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5-day trip to Gran Canaria

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5-day trip to Gran Canaria Is there anything more exciting than spending 5 days at the beach during winter? This was a bit the starting point of the reason for my trip to the Canary Islands last January. Indeed, the Canary Islands are characterized by their mild climate all year round and the almost absence of seasons. I had already been to Tenerife, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura but Gran Canaria was the last large Canary Island that I did not know yet.   What to see in Gran Canaria ? The best way to move around Gran Canaria is to rent a car. Especially if you don’t want to only visit the touristy places, but also the canyons, the deep oases, as well as the charming little villages. Maspalomas Maspalomas is not only famous for its huge dune field or its constantly good weather. It is also famous for its old lighthouse, witness to the arrival of the first tourists and the transformation of the region into a holiday resort. Maspalomas remains an ideal place to relax, enjoy the s

My 4-day City trip in Vienna

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  My 4-day City trip in Vienna I've always wanted to go to Vienna someday. Its majesty, elegance and history have always attracted me and I must say that I was not at all disappointed: Vienna is magnificent with its architecture and grandiose monuments . All the greatness of the Habsburgs radiates to the four corners of the city. I stayed 4 days in Vienna and I recommend staying there not less than 3 days if you want to really enjoy the city and see most of the monuments.   The must-see places to visit in Vienna Schönbrunn Palace Schönbrunn Palace (meaning "Fountain") has witnessed a number of wars, kings and emperors. It was here that Franz Joseph was born, one of the last emperors of the Habsburg line and husband of Empress Sissi. The Complete Palace Tour allows you to visit 40 rooms including the majestic Imperial Apartments and magnificent State Rooms St. Stephen’s cathedral With its four towers, the highest of which measures 136.44 m, you can't