Nestled in the picturesque region of Carinthia, Austria, Castle Hochosterwitz stands as a symbol of medieval grandeur on a 172-metre high Dolomite rock. Dating back to the 9th century, Castle Hochosterwitz has witnessed centuries of change, serving as a bastion of defense and a residence for nobility. Today, Hochosterwitz (or Grad Ostrovica in Slovene )… Read More Exploring Castle Hochosterwitz in Austria
Thursday doors: recent doors from Croatia & Slovenia showcases recent door photographs from Croatia and Slovenia for this week’s Thursday doors photography challenge. The first three doors are from Croatia, from towns Rijeka and Opatija. The other doors are from our family trip to Slovenia in March. We enjoyed a spa weekend with kids. They… Read More Thursday doors: recent doors from Croatia & Slovenia
Visiting Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, Helsinki is a travel post about my last June’s visit to interesting Suomenlinna Sea Fortress. I visited my best Finnish friend who showed me around Helsinki. One of her suggestions for our time together was to take a ferry over to Soumenlinna islands. We took the public ferry from the Market… Read More Visiting Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, Helsinki
Malta is a fascinating island country in the heart of the Mediterranean, just under the island of Sicily ( Italy ) and above Africa. Malta is one of those few, small countries that you can actually explore in just a couple of days. Warm climate and lots of sunshine attract many tourists throughout the year.
Thursday doors: colourful doors from Volosko shows you a couple of beautiful doors from a small seaside settlement near Opatija and Rijeka in Croatia. There’s a little port for small fishing boats and a couple of rather well-known restaurants as well as a very delicious cake shop. You’ll find charming, narrow streets and art galleries… Read More Thursday doors: colourful doors from Volosko, Croatia
The Mexico City-Solo Travel Ultimate Guide Are you a solo traveler looking for an unforgettable adventure? Look no further than Mexico City! With its rich history, vibrant neighborhoods, and delicious cuisine, Mexico City is the perfect destination for solo travelers like me. In this ultimate guide, I’ll share the best places to visit in Mexico… Read More Guest Post: The Mexico City-Solo Travel Ultimate Guide
When traveling, the first thing you think about is where to stay. Unfortunately, finding the right accommodation for your trip can be challenging, especially if you are looking for flexibility. Short-term rentals are becoming incredibly popular, and it’s easy to see why. If you are in between moves, renovating your house, or traveling for business,… Read More 5 Reasons to Stay in a Short-Term Rental
the Red Phone Box travels 