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Amsterdam home to the Red Light District

Amsterdam home to the Red Light District

AMSTERDAM HOME TO THE RED LIGHT DISTRICT 

AMSTERDAM HOME TO THE RED LIGHT DISTRICT 

Welcome to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, specifically to its capital Amsterdam. Amsterdam is favoured for its open-minded policies and Red Light District (De Wallen). It is also the second most popular and visited city in the world. This article will share some tips and information from my visit to Amsterdam home to the Red Light District (as I like to refer to it) and, might I add, cannabis-filled air. None can compete or compare with Amsterdam. Please continue reading and share the article if you find it helpful.

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what you should know before visiting Switzerland

What you should know before visiting Switzerland

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE VISITING SWITZERLAND

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE VISITING SWITZERLAND

The federal republic of Switzerland is a small country in central Europe, and its capital is Bern (I am almost sure most people think it is Zurich). The city of Geneva is the headquarters of governmental and non-governmental organisations, and Zurich is the largest city and the economic, social, and cultural center of Switzerland. Switzerland has many mountains, small villages, alpine lakes, pristine farms, and grassland (this makes for happier cows and better quality dairy products). Also, what you should know before visiting Switzerland is that Switzerland is home to some of the best chocolates and cheeses. Consequently, it was one of the three reasons, besides visiting the alps, that I was excited to go.

what you should know before visiting Switzerland. downtown Zurich
downtown Zurich

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25 WAYS TO COPE ALONE DURING CORONAVIRUS LOCK-DOWN

25 WAYS TO COPE ALONE DURING CORONAVIRUS LOCKDOWN

25 WAYS TO COPE ALONE DURING CORONAVIRUS LOCKDOWN

We are all living the “new normal” stemming from the Novel coronavirus pandemic, and many people are finding themselves alone.  This is due to social distancing, self-isolation, quarantine and or mandatory “lock-down” by authorities in most countries, to help “flatten the curve” and decrease the transmission risks of the coronavirus (COVID-19).  We are all social beings and no matter the age group, we need to be interactive in some way with each other, however physical interactions are currently discouraged.  Below I will explain what is meant by each term concerning the coronavirus and share 25 ways to cope alone during coronavirus lockdown..

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FLYING ECONOMY WITH QATAR AIRWAYS – THE WORLD’S NO.1 AIRLINE


FLYING ECONOMY WITH QATAR AIRWAYS

FLYING ECONOMY CLASS WITH

QATAR AIRWAYS 

FLYING ECONOMY WITH QATAR AIRWAYS - THE WORLD’S NO.1 AIRLINE

My holiday “explorations” have finally ended (sadly so) and as promised, I am here to give a detailed review of flying economy class with Qatar Airways – the world’s no.1 airline and voted best airlines for another year in 2019.

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Independence Square – Valletta, Malta - where Europe meets the Caribbean

MALTA – WHERE EUROPE MEETS THE CARIBBEAN

MALTA - WHERE EUROPE MEETS THE CARIBBEAN

MALTA – WHERE

EUROPE MEETS

THE CARIBBEAN

MALTA – WHERE EUROPE MEETS THE CARIBBEAN

I LOVE MALTA!!! Did I say I love Malta?  Well, I absolutely do!  This a shameless plea to the officials in Malta, send me an indefinite pass, and maybe I come to stay forever.  Why do I love Malta so much?? Well for me, it is the best of both worlds, read on and see why I described it as, Malta – where Europe meets the Caribbean.

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THE ONLY COUNTRY WITH ITS OWN SCENT – LITHUANIA

THE ONLY COUNTRY WITH ITS OWN SCENT - LITHUANIA

THE ONLY COUNTRY WITH

ITS OWN SCENT –

LITHUANIA

THE ONLY COUNTRY WITH ITS OWN SCENT - LITHUANIA

The Republic of Lithuania is located on the South-Eastern side of the Baltic Sea and is considered to be a Baltic country. Lithuania is very popular with sports basketball both in the men and women’s leagues. It is the only country with its own scent/perfume (worldwide) called “SCENT OF LITHUANIA”.  It is also the home of the Stelmuze Oak, which is the oldest Oak in Lithuania and Europe (avg. age 1000 – 2000 years old), which is declared a natural monument.  Continue reading to see what else is unique about Lithuania.

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Bran “Dracula” Castle

Romania – Home of Bran “Dracula” Castle



ROMANIA HOME OF BRAN DRACULA's CASTLE

ROMANIA  HOME OF

BRAN “DRACULA’s”

CASTLE

ROMANIA - HOME OF BRAN DRACULA's CASTLE

According to my title, Romania – Home of Bran “Dracula’s” Castle, this is what stood out most for me during my stay in Romania. It will always  be my no.1 best experience in Romania. Please read on to see what else, if anything, impressed me about Bucharest.title.

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Palatine Hill. Italy - surprised by Rome amazed by Florence

ITALY – SURPRISED BY ROME AMAZED BY FLORENCE

ITALY - SURPRISED BY ROME AMAZED BY FLORENCE

ITALY – SURPRISED BY ROME

 

 

AMAZED BY FLORENCE

ITALY - SURPRISED BY ROME AMAZED BY FLORENCE

Italy is a dream destination for most people, many of its cities have different scenarios and specifics to look forward to, like Milan, Venice, etc. Before visiting, I discovered through research that Rome is the most beautiful city in the world. My mainstay was in Rome but I also visited Florence to experience first-hand how life in Florence is compared to Rome. To get to Florence, you can travel by plane or take the train. It is a four hours’ train ride away from Rome if you use the slower, cheaper train at almost 50€, or the faster train at under two hours for almost double the price. Keep reading and I will disclose to you the reasons for my title, Italy – surprised by Rome Amazed by Florence.

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Vatican City the smallest country in the world

Vatican City the smallest country in the world

VATICAN CITY

 

 

 

Smallest Country in the world

WHAT YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT THE VATICAN CITY - Vatican City the smallest country in the world

The Vatican City the smallest country in the world, headed by the Pope/Papal/Pontiff, Pope Francis (born Jorge Mario Bergoglio). Vatican City is an independent nation with its constitution, postal codes, flag, and anthem, it is located just a few kilometres from Rome and is technically surrounded by Rome, Italy.  Vatican City is the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church and is approximately 110 acres. It can be reached easily by metro or bus from downtown Rome. The Vatican is a sovereign country and not part of Italy as some may think. 

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The CaribbeanSoloTraveller first Birthday away from Home

The Caribbean SoloTraveller First birthday away from Home

It’s a new day and I am happy to be alive. Today is all about CoraDexplorer, the blogger/travel writer. Thanking God for life and for blessings to see another birthday. I am over-joyed to have and continue to experience the world, its cultures, it’s peoples’ and some of the best ice creams too. What  better way to celebrate my birthday but in Rome, Italy, the most beautiful city in the world (according to the survey).

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