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Mirador de Gibralfaro is a must for one day in Malaga
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One Day in Malaga: The perfect blend of history & culture

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on August 15, 2026September 5, 2026

As one of the oldest cities in Europe, Málaga is teeming with history. Here is a perfect itinerary for one day in Malaga, or a day trip to Málaga.

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2 days in Venice: Itinerary for this charming, touristy, city

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on July 10, 2026July 23, 2026

This City of Canals is truly unique. We spent 2 days in Venice exploring the top attractions and the famous islands around it.

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Landmarks in Turkey: 25 famous sites across this ancient land

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on June 2, 2026June 9, 2026

Turkey is a vast country spread over Europe and Asia continents with a rich history. Here are 25 landmarks in Turkey: both historical and natural Turkish landmarks.

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20 Famous Landmarks in Japan You Cannot Miss

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  • Posted on May 23, 2026July 27, 2026

So many Japan landmarks, from modern towers to ancient shrines and temples. We visited many of the famous landmarks in Japan on our 2-week trip.

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A tram ride is a quintessential part of your Lisbon trip
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2 days in Lisbon: The Perfect Lisbon Itinerary for first-time visit

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on May 13, 2026May 23, 2026

Portugal’s hilly, coastal capital city is a real treat. 2 days in Lisbon is good to explore the top attractions, take in the old city’s pastel-coloured buildings, and wander around its charming neighbourhoods.

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20 Best Day Trips from Lisbon, Portugal

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on April 8, 2026April 15, 2026

Lisbon is close and well connected to several other smaller towns and coastal areas in Portugal, by train and by car. There are so many amazing day trips from Lisbon that you can enjoy.

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Hi! I am Shweta, the zest of this blog :-).

I have always been passionate about travel and immersing in new experiences. Having been to over 45 countries, the idea behind this blog is to bring family-friendly itineraries and tips, destinations, and luxury stays to the readers. My belief is that family travel needn’t be boring and one can do a mix of local culture & food, adventure activities and relaxation, all with family.

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