Hannah, Author at dreamtravelerblog

Last minute holiday? Go with Rotterdam

If you’re thinking about taking a holiday, getting out of the office for a week or two, find out about last minute holiday deals. Europe is a great destination for a last minute holiday, and Rotterdam is well set-up for tourists, particularly because there’s plenty to see, even if you’re pressed for time. Even if you’re not, there are plenty of canals and beer, what could be better? Rotterdam is Holland’s international centre, and Europe’s biggest port, giving it a kind of energetic, melting pot atmosphere. Turkish, Moroccan and Surinamese people give it an international flavour, and because it was bombed in World...

A Romantic Getaway on the Italian Riviera: Sanremo

Music, flowers and sea: these three things make Sanremo one of the most elegant locations on the Italian Riviera.Sanremo was known as a select tourist destination since the 19th century, while another thing that added to its popularity was Festival Della Canzone Italiana di Sanremo (Sanremo Music Festival): the place where many famous artists of the last 60 years started their career. Getting Around The city is located by the Ligurian Sea and is composed of an old quarter known as La Pigna (with typical medieval buildings) and a modern town with shops, restaurants and cafes. Corso Matuzia in Sanremo Sanremo is also known for its casino...

Do some Soul Searching in Kuala Lumpur

For those who are going through a tough time, travelling is a great way to get a handle on things again. It’s easy to get bogged down under work pressure and busy schedules. Getting away for a while can help you open your mind to new experiences, and new ideas as well. A beach in Malaysia Browse through the lists of cheap holidays available and check out Kuala Lumpur. Not only is it a culinary capital, but a centre for leisure and entertainment as well. It combines grandeur and relaxation in a really unique way, making it one of the most...

Croatian Burek and Palatschinke Recipes

Following our series of articles dedicated to the destinations on the Croatian Adriatic coast, we thought we’d share some of the local cuisine secrets and tell you about two delicious dishes you can try while visiting Croatia. Useful hint: if you ever have the chance to visit Rovinj in late August, you can participate in one of the biggest outdoor parties organized in the city. The party is actually an open market where you can enjoy local food and drinks, and listen to traditional Croatian music. Burek Recipe Burek (also called börek) is a salty cheese pie, suitable both for...

The Colorful Rovinj

If we were to describe Rovinj in three words we would say without hesitation: colorful, lively, charming. At first glance, this coquette city located in the north of the Adriatic Sea seems as if it didn’t have much to offer in terms of unique sights and attractions, but once you see the lively (although often crowded) harbor, numerous beaches, colorful houses and narrow cobbled streets, you will easily fall in love with it and get that wonderful feeling that you found the perfect spot for relaxation. Getting There and Around The closest airport is located in Pula, about 30 km to the south. From here you...

Short Guide to Plitvice Lakes National Park

As promised in one of our previous articles, we are now back with more details about Plitvice Lakes National Park – one of the most popular destinations in Croatia, located near the border between Croatia and Bosnia-Herzegovina, and visited by approximately 1 million tourists every year. Why Should You Visit Croatia? If you have not yet visited Croatia, then you should definitely find the time to spend a few days in this Central European country. Why? Because it has over 1,700 kilometers of beach (although you will not find here the fine sand of the Caribbean, the Croatian beaches are among the most famous...

Two Delicious Recipes from Valencia

We are back with our stories about Valencia and we are ready to show you two traditional recipes you can try in this part of Spain – paella Valenciana and a delicious dessert: lemon and cinnamon ice cream. Both dishes are very popular in Valencia and can be ordered in almost all of the restaurants and terraces in the city.Of course, you can adjust the recipes to your own taste or based on the ingredients you can find in your area. Here they are: Paella Valenciana This is a very tasty dish that can be served at both lunch and...

Valencia, Spain – Historical Sites and Futuristic Architecture in One Place

The hot sun of August always makes us dream of nice sandy beaches, trips and parties, so we thought we’d talk a bit about Valencia, the lively and ever-sunny Mediterranean city.We visited Valencia three years ago, during a one-week work trip. Ever since that visit back in August 2008 we have planned to spend another holiday here, when we would visit all the attractions of the city and take pictures all day long.The city combines various kinds of summer fun for all: tourists looking for fun in the sun won’t be disappointed by the fine sand beaches, crystal clear waters of the...