Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia Nears Completion After Nearly 100 Years of Construction

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Barcelona, Spain - February 10th, 2016: Tourists at backside of famous church and cathedral Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. Seen from subway station Sagrada Familia. Church also called Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família - famous basilica built by Antoni Gaudi in year 1882 and til today not finished. Church is located in district Eixample in North of town. Some parts of church are UNESCO World Heritage.

While the towers of Notre-Dame de Paris have just reopened to the public after five years of restoration, another tower is set to make headlines in the coming months. Specifically, the eighteenth tower of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, which should be completed next year, marking the end (or near-end) of construction work on one of Europe’s most time-consuming monuments. June 1926-June 2026 It will have taken a full century for the construction site of one of Spain’s most famous landmarks to reach its final phase. But the task has been immense, given how imposing and intricate the basilica remains … Read more

Why Switzerland’s Flag is Almost Unique in the World (And What It Really Means)

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Swiss Flag

Flags are everywhere – countries, regions, cities, international organizations, various institutions, political movements, social causes, and countless other entities that have adopted them as commercial emblems or symbolic statements. There’s something for every taste and every field, often with quirks and specificities we tend to overlook. And if you look closer, many flags tell us a story – or rather, History itself. At least when it comes to countries… Today, we’re talking about the Swiss flag, which has an almost unique characteristic you might not have noticed… Switzerland and the Vatican It’s true that outside of Switzerland, not everyone has … Read more

Major Cyberattack Brings Three of Europe’s Busiest Airports to Their Knees

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London, England - September 1, 2015: Heathrow Terminal 5 is an airport terminal at Heathrow Airport serving the UK city of London. Opened in 2008, the main building in the complex is the largest free-standing structure in the United

Brussels, Berlin, and London Heathrow experienced severe operational disruptions this Saturday, September 20th, after a cyberattack targeted check-in and boarding systems provided by American company Collins Aerospace. The incident, which began Friday evening, forced several major airport platforms to switch to manual procedures, causing cascading flight delays and cancellations. The cyber attack specifically targeted Collins Aerospace’s MUSE software, a subsidiary of defense conglomerate RTX (formerly Raytheon Technologies). This system manages electronic passenger check-in and baggage drop-off at numerous airports across Europe. Faced with the inability to use automated terminals, ground crews had to revert to paper check-in procedures, multiplying wait … Read more

Berlin’s Museum Island Celebrates Its 200th Anniversary – Here’s Why You Should Visit Before It’s Too Late

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Museum Island and the bridge over the river Spree, beautiful panorama of Berlin, Germany.

A cluster of five world-renowned museums on the Spree River in the heart of Berlin. The Altes Museum opened to the public in 1830, the first building of a complex that now spans 105,000 square meters (1.1 million square feet). The site gained UNESCO World Heritage status in 1999. With the cornerstone laid in 1825, celebrations for the bicentennial began that year in the German capital. A Spit of Land Transformed into a Cultural Sanctuary The Spreeinsel (Museum Island) houses five major institutions built between 1830 and 1930. Karl Friedrich Schinkel’s Altes Museum inaugurated this transformation of marshy terrain into … Read more

Europe’s Hidden Gem: Why Kosovo Should Be Your Next Unexpected Adventure

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Kosovo Travel

Far from the beaten path, embark on a journey to Kosovo. It’s Europe’s youngest country, having declared independence in 2008, making it one of the world’s newest nations. It’s also a country rarely mentioned in travel conversations—usually only making headlines when there’s trouble, but almost never for tourism. Yet Kosovo remains a destination worth discovering, far from crowds and overtourism, provided you’re willing to take the leap… Where is Kosovo? With its capital Pristina, Kosovo is a small country (4,212 square miles with 1.6 million inhabitants) located in the heart of the Balkans, in what was once Yugoslavia. It’s surrounded … Read more

This Country Just Made Vaping Even More Expensive – And the Penalties Are Shocking

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vaping interdiction

“What’s accepted here might not be accepted there” – this is perhaps the most important thing to remember when traveling abroad if you want to avoid a world of trouble. Every country and society has its own rules and prohibitions, meaning that situations that are more or less acceptable back home won’t always be viewed the same way elsewhere. Sometimes even for things as seemingly harmless as e-cigarettes… Among the World’s Most Restrictive Legislation We know that Singapore doesn’t mess around, and that prohibitions – along with their accompanying penalties – are numerous there, even for things that pose no problem … Read more

London Opens Stunning New David Bowie Museum That Fans Have Been Waiting Years For

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Bowie London

Undoubtedly, David Bowie left an indelible mark on the music world for generations, influencing decades of musical genres from rock to pop, electronic to punk. With over half a century of career highlights and nearly 150 million albums sold worldwide, he certainly deserves a dedicated museum. That dream has now become reality in his hometown of London. A Complete Audio-Visual Journey Into Bowie’s Universe The opening had been eagerly anticipated by fans worldwide. Now, as of this month, Ziggy Stardust finally has his own museum located in the British capital. Specifically, it’s housed in a recently completed extension of the … Read more

Canada Could Soon Join the High-Speed Rail Club with Toronto-Quebec City Line

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Quebec Frontenac

Among all the countries that currently operate high-speed rail networks, there could soon be one more on the other side of the Atlantic. Canada is seriously considering developing its own high-speed rail system. Service Twice as Fast as Current Options This idea, while debated for years, has now been officially endorsed. The creation of a high-speed rail line connecting Toronto to Quebec City via Montreal could finally become reality. This would represent significant progress for passenger rail service, which has traditionally taken a backseat to freight in Canada. The current passenger trains are often criticized for being slow, delayed, and … Read more

Why You Should Explore French Polynesia on Foot: Hidden Mountain Adventures Await

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French Polynesia, Tahiti

When people think of Tahiti and French Polynesia, they naturally picture turquoise waters, stunning lagoons, coconut-fringed beaches, and incredible diving opportunities. But hiking? That’s rarely the first thing that comes to mind. Yet the archipelago, particularly the islands of Tahiti and Bora Bora, offers visitors who venture inland some truly spectacular trekking experiences. On Tahiti One of the most surprising things about Tahiti is its incredible interior mountains, home to lush flora, waterfalls, and verdant valleys. This is another side of the island that hiking enthusiasts can discover through several pleasant trails. Here are three excellent hiking options: On Bora … Read more

Sweden Unveils Stunning New Marine National Park: Over 1,000 Wild Islands Just an Hour from Stockholm

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While Stockholm may not be as well-known to American travelers as some European capitals, Sweden’s stunning capital consistently ranks as one of Europe’s most welcoming cities and a leader in sustainable tourism. From eco-friendly transportation and accommodations to renewable energy initiatives and pollution reduction efforts, Stockholm sets the bar high for responsible travel. Add to this rich cultural heritage and pristine nature right at the city’s doorstep, and you have an unbeatable combination. Now, the Swedish capital has gained an exciting new attraction with the inauguration of Nämdöskärgården Marine National Park. Just One Hour by Boat from Downtown Sweden has … Read more

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