Hallstatt is a small town in Austria that’s known for its picturesque setting and rich history. In 1997 most of the historic, cultural landscape was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s situated in the Salzkammergut region, about 2 hours away from Salzburg. During our trip to Salzburg, we decided to head to Hallstatt to see if the pictures we had seen lived up to the reality (spoiler: they did). We visited on a pleasant summer’s day in September and couldn’t have asked for nicer weather which allowed us to submerge ourselves in the scenery and talk a leisurely walk through the charming town. We had an amazing afternoon in Hallstatt, we just wish we had had longer!

Getting to Hallstatt from Salzburg

Mr ESLT at Hallstatt, Austria

The easiest way to get to Hallstatt from Salzburg is by car. The drive takes about 2 hours and is a relatively straightforward and

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There are a lot of Museums in the world. But which are the most popular? The most visited? The most Instagrammed? We did some research and found the answer to all of these questions. The most visited museums in the world, according to annual attendance figures:

The Louvre in Paris is the world’s most visited museum, with 10.2 million visitors in 2018. This is followed by the Vatican Museums, in Italy, with 6.8 million visitors. In third place is the National Museum of China in Beijing, with 6.7 million visitors. The top three are then Followed by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and The British Museum in London

Here we take the opportunity to look at each of the museums in more detail.

The Lourve, Paris, France

The Louvre is one of the most visited museums in the world, and it’s no wonder why. Located in

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The Yorkshire Dales is an area of outstanding natural beauty in the north of England. The region is famous for its beautiful landscapes, including the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Lake District National Park. The Yorkshire Dales is home to a number of iconic landmarks. These include the Yorkshire Dales Railway, the Yorkshire Dales Wind Farm, and the Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trail which are just a few of our favourite Yorkshire Dales hotspots.

The Yorkshire Dales is a popular tourist destination, with millions of visitors each year. The region is also popular with walkers, climbers, and cyclists, who come to enjoy the stunning scenery and the many outdoor activities on offer.

If you’re thinking of visiting the Yorkshire Dales, or if you’re just curious about this beautiful part of the world, read on for more information regarding some of our favourite Yorkshire Dales hotspots.

Aysgarth Falls

Aysgarth Falls

Aysgarth Falls

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These tropical Christmas decorations will bring smiles to even the grinchiest souls—with beachy snowmen, sparkly lights, and quirky decorations that will make you want to plan a Florida holiday getaway vacation.

I grew up in South Florida and fondly recall palm trees wrapped with white lights. Now when I visit Florida in early December, I see Christmas spirit exhibited in prolific and clever ways. Many houses are absolutely overloaded with Christmas decorations.

Florida residents and businesses are obsessed with creating tropical Christmas decorations that, while over the top, are always fun. Below are some recommended places where to find the best Christmas lights in Florida.

Tropical Christmas Decorations: Florida Edition

Floridians make the most of ocean views, palm trees, and sunshine during the holiday season. Take some classic and quirky ornaments, add a little color, and let beaches and pools provide the perfect backdrop.

Here are some fun Christmas

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We decided to hop over the border into Austria (country 75) and visit Salzburg following a trip to Munich, Germany for Mr ESLT’s birthday. A lot of people do it as a day trip. However, as we had the time and really wanted to see what Salzburg has to offer we decided to spend 4 days in the pretty city. We’re really glad we did. It gave us the opportunity to explore at a slower pace. It also allowed us to spend some time (possibly too much time) in the beer gardens. Salzburg is famous for being the filming location for the Julie Andrews classic, The Sound of Music. As neither of us has ever seen the film, we were intrigued to see if there’s more to the city than just places featured in the film. We had also not really done a lot of research before our trip.

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