Tasty Destination - Food & Travel

Kiev is one of the great forgotten cities of Europe. As the birthplace of all Russian culture and a unique Ukrainian flavor of its own, Kiev is truly a city that should not be missed. Millions of hearts were broken when Ukraine was separated from Russia after the fall of the Soviet Union, and for good reason; these must-see attractions make Kiev one of the most culturally rich cities in the world. E 1. Kiev Pechersk Lavra This gorgeous monastery overlooking the Dnipro river was built nearly 1,000 years ago and still stands tall, to the amazement of tourists from all over the world. Over the years, the monastery has grown, blending Byzantine and Baroque architecture into a massive complex that towers over the city. Several fascinating museums are held within the monastery walls, making Kiev Pechersk Lavra an important center of culture and history in this ancient Ukrainian city. 2. St. Sophia Cathedral Ukrainian history and culture are both deeply rooted in the religion ...

Europe is a wonderful place to travel, whether you were born and raised there or have spent the majority of your life across the pond, in America. Those who are lucky enough to live in Europe have access to a veritable patchwork of different customs and cultures at their fingertips. Many of us, however, live in America -- as such, getting to take a trip to Europe can really seem like an extravagant occasion, and might very well be one of those times where it's OK to go all-out on a vacation and really pull out all the stops in terms of luxury. In fact, if you're really hoping to get luxurious on your next vacation, Europe is absolutely one of the best places in which you could possibly hope to do it. There are all kinds of amazing locations and gorgeous sights to take in when you're traveling abroad, and we'll talk about the top five luxury travel destinations that you should be sure to take in the next time you decide to visit Europe. 1. France. High fashion and el...

Pasta The belief that Paris is Europe’s undisputed gastronomy capital is outdated at best. In recent years, several other European cities have stepped into the limelight and won over the taste buds of tourists. Italy boasts several culinary contenders, including Sorrento, Siena, Rome, and Florence, the last of which has become a particular tourist favourite; Copenhagen, San Sebastian, and Barcelona also receive honourable mentions. But perhaps the most surprising city to claim a spot in the world culinary competition is London, a city that has suffered from a negative—if bland—culinary image for far too long. Over the past decade, London has been lauded by food critics and tourists alike for its gastronomic diversity and innovation. In fact, four London restaurants made the list of the Top 10 European Restaurants on TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards 2012, putting the rest of Europe to shame. What makes London an exciting culinary destination is that in recent years, the cit...

Malaysia, nestled in a corner of South East Asia which is almost over crowded with tourist hotspots has long fallen by the wayside compared to massively popular destinations like Thailand and Vietnam, but after a big push to capture holiday maker’s dollars, the country which is spread generously over a Peninsula and an island is fast becoming a popular holiday choice for Brits looking for a heady mix of gorgeous beaches, warm temperatures, fascinating culture and delicious food. source Success doesn’t happen overnight, and Malaysia, being a long-haul destination for the UK will probably never achieve the rabid popularity surrounding much closer, more culturally similar destinations like Spain or Greece, but there are shifts going on in the travel market that have lead to the country’s fairly rapid ascension in popularity. Here are some of the reasons why Malaysia is becoming an a prime getaway for Brits; Global Events Hosting global events, no matter what the subjec...