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View of the Christmas Village of Maria-Theresien-Platz, with the Christmas Market sandwiched between two imperial buildings

Viennese Christmas Markets 2026: A Curated Guide to Celebrate Christmas in Vienna

By Marilee Kostadimas
Planning to celebrate Christmas in Vienna? Wunderbar! Viennese Christmas Markets bring time-honored traditions, timeless culture, ...
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Map of Greece highlighting its 14 regions, created by © Spotlight Sojourns

Regions of Greece: Maps and Easy Overview of All Regions in Greece

By Marilee Kostadimas
How many regions of Greece are there? What's the difference between the Peloponnese peninsula and ...
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View from up high of Lake Voulismeni in Agios Nikolaos Crete

Agios Nikolaos, Greece: Travel Guide to the Chic Town on Lake Voulismeni, Crete

By Marilee Kostadimas
Agios Nikolaos is a chic and charming coastal town in Crete, the largest island in ...
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Springtime view of a main road ruins on archaeological site of Minoan Gournia with blue skies and budding flowers

Gournia: Explore an Ancient Minoan Town in Crete, Greece

By Marilee Kostadimas
On the Greek island of Crete, Gournia is an ancient Minoan town, seemingly forgotten by ...
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Woman watching the water rush over the American Falls in Niagara Falls New York

Honeymoon Capital of the World: Niagara Falls Romantic Honeymoon History

By Marilee Kostadimas
Why is Niagara Falls called the honeymoon capital of the world? The cities of Niagara ...
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looking out of an airplane in flight with the sun setting behind some clouds

Travel Safety Tips: Best Practices and Lessons Learned from a Lifetime of Travel

By Marilee Kostadimas
Travel safety tips, resources, and recommendations can help make your trip smoother and easier when ...
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Colorful neoclassical buildings and pastel waterfront houses lining the harbor of Gytheio Port in the Peloponnese region of Greece.

Why Visit Greece? Is Greece Worth Visiting?

By Marilee Kostadimas
Why visit Greece? Is Greece worth visiting? What makes Greece unique among all the wonderful ...
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View from an airplane window showing a red wingtip cutting through the sky above a glowing orange cloud horizon at sunset.

Plan Your Trip to Greece: Top Tips Including Best and Worst Time to Visit Greece

By Marilee Kostadimas
Planning a trip to Greece? Wondering what's the best place and the best time to ...
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Ancient Acropolis of Athens and the Parthenon, brilliantly illuminated atop its rocky plateau against a dark evening sky, the premier historical Greek landmark in the Attica region. Photo by Paul Kostadimas © Spotlight Sojourns

Landmarks in Greece: Famous Greek Landmarks of Every Region with Maps

By Marilee Kostadimas
Landmarks in Greece often evoke ancient times shrouded in mists, mysteries, legends, and lore. Yes, ...
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A panoramic view looking across the urban cityscape of Athens, Greece, toward the prominent green slopes of Mount Lycabettus under a bright, scattered-cloud sky.

Hidden Gems in Athens, Greece: Explore the Historic City Center

By Marilee Kostadimas
Hidden gems in Athens, Greece, include ancient and modern-day wonders for the traveler who explores ...
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A view of the sun setting over a city over Luís de Camões Square

Chiado, the Best Neighborhood in Lisbon, Portugal

By Marilee Kostadimas
Why is Chiado considered the best neighborhood in Lisbon, Portugal? Let’s discover the answer together. ...
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The ornate Rua Augusta Arch viewed from Commerce Square in Lisbon, Portugal, flanked by historic yellow buildings under a sunny blue sky.

3 Days in Lisbon, Portugal: Slow Travel Guide to the Capital with Daily Itinerary

By Marilee Kostadimas
Are 3 days in Lisbon, Portugal enough? Let's discover how to introduce and immerse yourself ...
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View of Praca Luis de Camoes square in Lisbon from the balcony of a Chiado apartment

Chiado Camoes Apartments: Our Review of Lisbon Best Apartments

By Marilee Kostadimas
Chiado Camoes Apartments rank among the best accommodations in the beautiful Chiado District in Lisbon, ...
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Couple in a dance stance infront of the medieval Belém Tower standing in the water under a cloudy sky in Lisbon

Lisbon Instagram Spots: Guide to the Most Instagrammable Places in Lisbon

By Marilee Kostadimas
Where are the best Lisbon Instagram spots? Well, that question may or may not be ...
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A beautiful view of Vienna, Austria. Slow travel stories and hidden gems with the Hidden Gemologists® at Spotlight Sojourns®

Where to Stay in Vienna: Guide to Best Areas, Top Hotels, and Must-See Sights

By Marilee Kostadimas
Wonder where to stay in Vienna, Austria? Discover the best areas, top hotels, and must-see ...
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