The Grand European Tour with Viking River Cruises

by Toccara & SamAustria, Germany, Hungary, Netherlands, River Cruising, SlovakiaPosted on 22 comments

Viking River Cruises offers a wide variety of cruise options in Europe, Asia, Russia, and Eygpt with tours ranging anywhere from 7 to 23 days. Because Europe has an abundance of rivers with countless small towns, there are a plethora of itinerary options including everything from exploring the heart of Germany to relaxing in the …

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Discover Devin Castle in Bratislava

by Toccara & SamSlovakiaPosted on 2 comments

Though the name-sake castle (pictured below) in Bratislava is the city’s most notable fortress, there’s another castle you shouldn’t miss on your visit to Slovakia’s capital city. Devin Castle Situated on a massive cliff at the confluence of the Danube and Morava rivers, and just over 6 miles (10 km) from the center of town, …

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Scenic City Views in Bratislava, Slovakia

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Bratislava is a fairly flat city and isn’t necessarily known for having towering buildings or monuments. However, there are a few hilltop attractions and places around town to get up and over the rooftops for beautiful panoramas. Michael’s Tower Michael’s Gate in Old Town has withstood the test of time and remains the only preserved …

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Where to Eat Slovakian Food in Bratislava Slovakia

by Toccara & SamSlovakia, Try Local FoodPosted on 26 comments

To truly experience a new culture, one must experience the cuisine! Our visit to Bratislava was our very first time in Slovakia, and we couldn’t wait to try local and traditional Slovakian food. We had read that the food in Slovakia is quite hearty, including lots of meat (especially pork), potatoes, dumplings, cheese, and thick …

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