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UNESCO World Heritage

UNESCO World Heritage is a mix of world historic sites and natural wonders. From the cliffs of the Grand Canyon at sunset to a magnificent cathedral in Naumburg – world heritage sites are always worth a visit! There are over 1 World Heritage sites around the world, so I have a few left on my bucket list.

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10 attractions in the Loire Valley – From East to West

We set out to drive through the Loire Valley with simple plans—just a few castles and some good food. But the journey soon unfolded into an adventure through fairytale châteaux, rolling vineyards, and an underground world of caves.
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Elsinore on a day trip – 8 tips for what to see and do

Elsinore is the city that many people just pass by – but which is really worth staying in. Here, Hamlet's castle, maritime history and charming medieval alleys meet in a compact city.
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Ohrid – Where World Heritage meets Europe’s oldest lake

The World Heritage Site of Ohrid will make you forget time and space with all its churches, alleys, Europe's oldest lake and endless sunsets.
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Château de Chambord – Amazing, huge and almost completely unused

A 440-room castle for a total of seven weeks of royal visit. Welcome to Château de Chambord - the world's largest and most lavishly boasted building.
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Puy de Dôme – Hiking on dormant volcanoes in France

A random stop led us to Puy de Dôme, where volcanoes rise from the landscape and a Roman temple overlooks the Auvergne. Come join us for a hidden gem among craters, history and breathtaking views!
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Visiting Champagne – top tips for wine lovers

In Champagne, the wine fields roll between charming villages and bubbly glasses. Follow my best tips for a road trip in the heart of the region.
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13 Best Places To Visit In Malta

From ancient temples to stately palaces – follow along with my 13 favorites among Malta's fascinating sights.
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Dijon – More than just mustard

Dijon offers more than its world-famous mustard. Here, historic quarters, cobblestone streets and palaces from the time of the dukes meet with markets, outdoor cafes and gastronomic discoveries.
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Château de Chenonceau – A castle, a mistress and an angry queen

War, love, revenge and strong women – Château de Chenonceau is not only France's second most visited castle, but also the scene of the Loire Valley's greatest love drama.
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Vézelay – Among relics and chardonnay in Burgundy

Vézelay appears from a distance like the crown of a hill, surrounded by endless sunflower fields and vineyards. Once one of Europe's greatest religious destinations – and although the number of pilgrims has dwindled over the years, the village and its surroundings are still an obvious stop in Burgundy.
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Schwerin Castle – A fairytale castle in northern Germany with an abundance of extras.

Perched on a small island in one of Germany’s largest lakes, the UNESCO-listed Schwerin Castle is a true fairytale vision—complete with soaring towers, elegant battlements, and even its very own ghost.
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Discover the Nebra Sky Disk – the Bronze Age find that rewrote the history books

A clandestine treasure hunt led to one of the most thrilling discoveries in history—a 3600-year-old star map crafted from gold and bronze. In Saxony-Anhalt, you can marvel at the Nebra Sky Disc and unravel the mystery behind this extraordinary artifact.
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Everglades - Florida's wildest natural experience

The Everglades is Florida’s ultimate natural wonder—a sprawling tropical wetland teeming with extraordinary wildlife. Alligators are abundant, but with a bit of luck, you might even spot a gentle manatee or the elusive Florida panther.
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Villandry Castle – The Loire Valley's most beautiful castle garden

You will find one of the Loire Valley's most beautiful castle gardens at Villandry Castle - a real Renaissance dream in the middle of the Loire Valley's world heritage.
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Naumburg - A journey through time through medieval masterpieces - Germany

The 1000-year-old city of Naumburg an der Saale is best known for its World Heritage-listed cathedral, but it was mainly all the details of the beautiful city and its history that blew me away.
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Hildesheim - Among roses, half-timbered houses and world heritage - Germany

Hildesheim has fabulous half-timbered houses, two impressive world heritage sites, a thousand-year-old rose and cute medieval alleys. A perfect destination for both culture and history lovers.
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Bad Urach – Thermal baths, castles and half-timbered houses

A visit to the small half-timbered town of Bad Urach is a perfect day trip from Stuttgart. Here you'll enjoy strengthening thermal baths, waterfalls and both castles and ruins.
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14 unforgettable sights in Normandy – France

Normandy is a region rich in history, gastronomy and natural beauty. From the white limestone cliffs to the green apple orchards with grazing cows - here are my top 14 sights in Normandy!
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The rose city of Petra - One of the modern wonders of the world - Jordan

Hidden in the Jordan's desert landscape, you'll find the ancient trading city of Petra. The big city's well-preserved tombs in sandstone and the unique desert landscape offer adventures for several days.
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Lübeck - Sights among small alleys and brick splendor - Germany

The old Hanseatic city of Lübeck is packed with beautiful old buildings, but it is the city's secret little alleyways that make the city unique. We discovered the city's sights on a warm summer evening and loved every bit of it.
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Stevns klint – Among white limestone cliffs and dinosaurs

Zealand's steep white cliffs at Stevns Klint are not only a natural experience, but also a world heritage site that tells the story of how the dinosaurs became extinct.
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Caves in Slovenia: Discover Postojna and Škocjan – Slovenia’s wonderful underground

There are a huge number of caves in Slovenia. In fact, you can find two of the most amazing caves in the world here - Postojna Cave and Skocjan Caves. So close to each other, but so different. I've visited both!
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Wadi Rum - Desert Adventure in an Otherworldly Landscape - Jordan

Wadi Rum’s crimson dunes provide a thrilling desert adventure set in a surreal, otherworldly landscape. Spend the night in a glamping igloo beneath the stars and explore the area’s unique ecosystem, either on dromedaries or by four-wheel drive.
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Kronborg Castle - Hamlet, Customs and Fires - Denmark

At Öresund's narrowest part of the strait lies the beautiful Kronborg Castle. Once upon a time, a place for the pomp and circumstance of royalty, but also for a prince named Hamlet.
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K'gari – Australia's most spectacular sand island

K'gari (Fraser Island) in Queensland is a national park, a World Heritage Site and the world's largest sand island. Although the island is made up of sand, it is also home to rainforest, freshwater lakes and a rich wildlife including dingoes.
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Trier – 8 World Heritage Sites and Riesling in Germany's oldest city

Trier is Germany's oldest city, with roots dating back to Roman times. Here you will not only find 8(!) unique world heritage sites, but also fantastic Riesling wines and Karl Marx's house.
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Sights in Vilnius - My 12 Favorites - Lithuania

Lithuania's capital Vilnius is a walkable city filled with sights and good food. In addition, the city is brilliantly beautiful during Christmas time. Here are my twelve favorites on sights in Vilnius.
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Mdina - The city of silent walls in Malta

In the middle of Malta lies the walled city of Mdina on a hill. With a view of the entire island, here you will find remains of most of the island's historical inhabitants and peoples, although the Arab winds blow a little extra in the small alleys.
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Mini guide to Venice - 8 tips before the trip - Italy

How expensive is Venice really? What do I do with the car? And how do I get around? Here are my top tips - simply a mini guide to Venice!
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The rice terraces at Jatiluwih in Bali – Indonesia

In Bali, rice is an important staple food. We have walked among Jatiluwih's rice terraces and irrigation canals, which are not only beautiful - but also a cultural world heritage.
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Sights in Florence - My Top 10 Favorites - Italy

Florence is one of Italy's most popular cities and there is a lot to see and do. Here are my ten favorite sights in Florence - which actually turned out to be largely edible!
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Venice - When the sea approaches - The annual floods - Italy

Venice became an unexpected love for me. Perhaps that is why it now hurts to read about the disaster. If I was drowned by the charms of Venice, Venice is now drowned by the sea.
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Shark Bay - Coral Coast Marine Wonder - Australia

85 miles north of Perth lies one of the world's marine wonders. Surrounded by deserts, far from large cities and with large meadows of seaweed below the surface. Shark Bay provides unique conditions for everything from sharks, whales and dolphins to dugongs and stromatolites.
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Val d'Orcia - Among Tuscany's most beautiful landscapes - Italy

I am in a classic Italian Renaissance painting. Val d'Orcia is the world heritage site where Tuscany's most beautiful landscapes come together. We drove from Siena to Montepulciano and found here the Italy we dreamed of.
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San Gimignano - Towers, feuds and truffles - Italy

Feuds, discord and illness. Our history is filled with tragedies. So is the story of the small Tuscan village of San Gimignano. The "Manhattan" of Tuscany.
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Photo album from Florence - Italy

One of the world's most beautiful cities deserves to be shown off with a few more pictures. Food markets and courtyards, gardens and viewpoints. Here comes a photo bonanza of 40 photos from one of the world's most beautiful cities.
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