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Reichstag Dome in Berlin – Uniting History and Modern Technology

September 17, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The Reichstag Dome in Berlin is a symbol of the unifying force of what used to be East and West Berlin. The glass dome is above the Reichstag Building that houses the German Parliament. If you are standing in front of the building, you might think it’s just another dome in

Prague Klementinum and Strahov Monastery Library

Czech Republic

The Klementinum and Strahov Monastery Library – Two Beautiful Libraries in Prague

September 14, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The Klementinum and Strahov Monastery Library are two beautiful libraries in Prague that you’ve got to see. The first time I laid my eyes on them – boy, I had sheer goosebumps! From the floor to the walls and the ceilings, everything seems to scream beauty, art, and grandeur. The

Czech Republic

The Views from the Lesser Town Bridge Tower in Prague

September 12, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The Lesser Town Bridge Tower has a much better view than its opposite tower across Charles Bridge. The views from above show the panoramic skyline of the Old Town Prague, Charles Bridge, and the Vltava River. Though it is shorter than the Gothic black tower on the opposite end, it

Holocaust Memorial in Berlin Tourist Attraction

Germany

Visiting the “Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe”

September 9, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The “Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe” is a must-see attraction in Berlin. That’s a long name, but you all can call it the “Holocaust Memorial.” It is there to remind us of the atrocities that happened during the Holocaust. Based on its lengthy name, you wouldn’t really know

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5 Reasons to Visit Cuba

September 7, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 2 Comments

Cuba is one of the most beautiful countries in the whole world and it is famous for its culture, architecture and great history. The island country has very warm weather that makes it suitable for visiting all year long and it is a great place for vacation. The locals are

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Five Reasons to Use a Digital Camera Instead of a Smartphone on Your Next Myrtle Beach Vacation

September 6, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

There’s no denying that smartphone technology has made life easier and more convenient than ever before. You no longer need a phone that’s separate from your planner that’s separate from your MP3 player. It’s all in one device! Having a camera with recording capabilities has made snapping pictures and documenting

Travel Articles

Bookaway Review: Ground And Sea Travel Made Easy

September 4, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Traveling around the world has become a lot easier over the last few years. You can find flights through simple Google searches, use Booking.com or Airbnb for accommodation, and swipe your debit or credit card for purchases in foreign currencies. But travel within foreign countries can be difficult. Finding the

Austria

Stephansdom in Vienna – A Cathedral With Multi-colored Roof Tiles

September 3, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The Stephansdom in Vienna is, perhaps, the most-visited of all tourist attractions in the city. Apart from its towering Gothic tower, its multi-colored roof tiles are ones that you will recognize instantly. When I asked a friend who lives there now where I can take a photo with my rainbow

Germany

At Brandenburg Tor in Berlin, History Happened

September 2, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The Brandenburg Tor is the first tourist attraction I visited on my first day in Berlin. It’s an imposing neoclassical gate that appears conspicuously in almost every postcard in the city. Throughout its existence, the Brandenburg Gate bears witness to a tumultuous history of the city and country. And at

Canada

Wonderland Sculpture is Calgary’s Most Impressive Public Art

August 31, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

I do not doubt that the Wonderland Sculpture in Calgary is the city’s most impressive public art. It is unique, a head-turner, and great work of art. You have never been to Calgary if you haven’t seen, stood and wandered in and around it. Yes, you have to walk around

Cruise Vacations

Two Cruise Ships You Must Definitely Experience Once in Your Lifetime

August 30, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Many people think that cruise vacations are either for older people or couples going on their honeymoon. You should know, however, that different cruise ships aim at the often wildly diverse clientele. A cruise can be the most romantic vacation for couples imaginable. Cruise ships offer beautiful views from your

Canada

This Peace Bridge in Calgary is a Photogenic Place to be

August 28, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The Peace Bridge in Calgary looks like a bullet train – at least from afar. It also looks like a web, a cocoon, or something futuristic that a machine could come out of it swiftly. Or does it look like a puzzle, too? Oh yeah, it does look like that

Canada

Calgary Skyline – Where to See and Take the Best Photos

August 27, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Calgary skyline can be seen best once you go across the Bow River from downtown. The hills on the opposite side of the city will never fail to show you the city’s panoramic views from sunrise to sundown. As someone who loves the city skylines, my first itinerary on my first

Philippines

Discovering the Dinagat Islands

August 26, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The alarm wakes me up at three in the morning. It’s time to get up and catch the 3:30 bus for Surigao City from Butuan City. By 7, the early morning breeze kisses me as I sit in a motorized boat. Today, I am crossing the Pacific Ocean through Surigao

Lake Louise Canadian Rockies Things to do Banff

Canada

Three Stunning Lakes in the Canadian Rockies That You Must See

August 24, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Last week, I visited three turquoise-colored lakes in the Canadian Rockies: Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, and Moraine Lake. The first time I laid my eyes on them, I was utterly stunned, swept away by their incredible beauty. These lakes and the mountains surrounding them made me realize how tiny I