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A Day of Culture and Views in San Marino

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For over a millennium, the Republic of San Marino has stood strongly on its own as one of Europe’s most beautiful and fascinating locales. Despite being the smallest republic in the world and surrounded by the much larger country of Italy, there certainly is no shortage of interesting cultural experiences and spectacular views of local scenery. The many museums near places of interest in San Marino are also must-see and should be planned for accordingly. Indeed, travelers to southern Europe should make it a point to stop in San Marino to really understand how wonderful a destination it truly is. Perhaps the most renowned landmark in San Marino are the Three Towers of San Marino atop Mount Titano, which overlook the capital city and stand watch over, quite literally, the entire country. Though highly recommended, trying to visit all three towers can be daunting on a short travel timeline. Rocca Guaita is the most famous and well-recognized of the three and would be the recommended

A Taste of Royalty in Bohemia

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czech republic hotel Enchanting Czech Republic is a medieval paradise whose landscape is defined by history and architecture. The country’s eventful history as the erstwhile Kingdom of Bohemia has left an indelible mark on its lands and nowhere is it more pronounced than in its staggering number of historic castles. Whether it’s the colossal Prague Castle, the majestic Lednice Chateau or the Disney-esque Bouzov Castle, Czechia’s stunning chateaus are sure to take your breath away. Looking at the majestic abodes, it’s hard not to secretly wish that you were a royal yourself. Luckily, many of the country’s historic castles operate as hotels today offering up a wonderful opportunity to experience royalty. Booking a hotel at these stunning royal residences will make you feel like kings and queens.  Chateau St Havel Wellness Hotel This former castle from the 13 th Century sits at the heart of a beautiful English garden a little outside Prague. While the original castle structure was rede