“What West Bengal thought today, India thought tomorrow”– this perfect proverb indicates the rich cultural heritage and intellectual legacy of West Bengal. Kolkata is the capital of West Bengal. It was formerly known as Calcutta before 2001. The city remained the capital of British India for more than a century,…
I’m going to go there: Lisbon is the coolest European capital. It’s got so much to offer, from street festivals to beaches, cosy cafes for digital nomads to world-class museums perfect for city trippers. It’s a well known secret that Lisbon is a great place for digital nomads, but it’s…
Vampires? No. Fast Internet? Yes. Incredible food? Yes. Skiing in the Carpathian Mountains and swimming in the Black Sea only a drive away? Yes, and yes. Friendly people, who are ready to introduce you to the bustling nightlife? Absolutely! Living in Romania is an adventure. The country is the gateway…
Kyrgyzstan is one of those hidden gems that few people, outside the local region, have ever travelled to and a place no one seems to know much about. It’s a beautiful, relatively unexplored country that is worth the effort to spend an extended amount of time. Known as the Switzerland…
If you’re an adventure lover, Australia is the place for you. Like the amazing tourist attractions, Australia is home to some of the most thrilling adventure sports in the world. Moreover, there are defined locations for various adventure sports. So as a traveller, you won’t have a hard time navigating…
The vast city of Berlin has something for everybody – historical attractions, art galleries, a diverse dining scene, plenty of cafes, and places where you can party all night. It’s unsurprising that many people who visit Berlin don’t end up leaving the city – but it’s worth venturing out for…
Budapest: it’s a world-famous city, with so much to do. You won’t get bored in Budapest – highlights include visiting their UNESCO site, the Castle Quarter, with quaint cobbled streets, pastel buildings, and the remains of a Roman city. Their underground cave system features thermal baths, and the nightlife is…
This post was written by Seattle expert Andrew Wandola. It is part of a larger moving away series, where local experts are giving top tips on how to move to a new city or country. You can see all of these blog posts here. If you are planning to move…
Living in another country can be an exciting, overwhelming and at times intimidating prospect. While there is the thrill of adventure and new experiences, it can be difficult to adjust to entirely new set of societal and cultural norms. Living in Japan is an amazing and life-changing experience for many,…
Spain in winter? You might think that it doesn’t sound quite right. Spain’s one of the world’s most popular destinations, but most people consider it solely a summertime place. It’s a country with beautiful beaches and a laid back culture, but holidays should only take place there from May to…