Helsinki Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia
Finland’s thriving waterfront capital, Helsinki, is situated at the northeastern edge of the Baltic Sea between Sweden and Russia.
Start voyaging through Helsinki’s history by taking the ferry from Market Square to Suomenlinna Fortress, the battlements of which have protected the Gulf of Finland for almost 300 years.
Helsinki has an abundance of museums and galleries across the city, including the Helsinki Design Museum, which features a permanent exhibition devoted to the great moments of Finnish design.
Continue your design journey at Temppeliaukio Church, a favorite with touring musicians. Helsinki is home to many structures dedicated to theatrical and musical productions. Two of the most iconic are Finlandia Hall and the Helsinki Music Centre.
Wander through Esplanadi, often referred to as the living room of the city. From here, walk north to Senate Square, which fans out from the fatherly gaze of Emperor Alexander II.
Climb the stairs to the foot of Helsinki Cathedral, a breathtaking whitewashed structure that towers above the rest of the city. Stare up at the twelve apostles, ten-foot-tall zinc statues which stand like wise custodians.
In stark contrast to Helsinki Cathedral is its brooding younger brother, Uspenski Cathedral. Built with dark bricks, the cathedral is powerfully conspicuous as it rises from the surrounding white granite of the Katajanokka district.
Celebrations of education and creativity mean Helsinki is a city designed for life. Its long-held reputation as one of the world’s happiest places lures people from all over the world. And now, it is calling to you.
TALLINN, ESTONIA - OLD TOWN ROOFTOP ADVENTURE
We explore the old town of Tallinn, Estonia, one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe and tell you the city's story - from medieval times to independence from the USSR.
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*Dramatic re-enactment is totally fictional! Thank you to Olde Hansa Restaurant for loaning us the costumes and allowing us to make our skit. It was a lovely place with excellent food... and not too spicy ; )
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Moscow Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia
Your trip to Moscow, Russia is bound to be a special one. From the multicolored spires of St. Basil’s Cathedral to the sturdy red walls of the Kremlin, there is much to see and do in this stunning city.
Named after the Moskva River—which flows through the city—Moscow has long been at the forefront of the creative world. Tour Moscow to follow in the footsteps of Tolstoy and Chekhov, among others, and join in the sense of pride Russia feels for its literary tradition. Moscow has named a number of its parks and open spaces after its poets and authors, so take a break at the fountain in Pushkin Square, or rest beneath the leafy trees in Gorky Park. When you’ve gotten your fill of literary splendor, head to the Memorial Museum of Cosmonauts, where you can learn about the Soviet Union’s efforts to reach the stars and the epic space race that lasted from 1955 to 1972.
Moscow is a city of creativity and innovation, but is also very much aware of its own history; as such, a haunting part of any Moscow sightseeing is a visit to the Fallen Monument Park. After the fall of the Soviet Union, countless statues and monuments were removed from their pedestals and moved to this park. Over the years, more modern artwork and sculptures have been added, turning the park into a strange, yet peaceful graveyard of former icons.
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Exceptional places to visit in 2018
It’s 2018, and time for our list of ‘Exceptional Places’ to consider when planning your travels for the year. We’ve asked the experts – our authors – for their selections, and they’ve compiled a typically colourful and diverse group of places, ranging from the wilds of northern Spain to the world's newest hiking route. There’s something here to satisfy the most discerning of travellers. We hope you find your destination inspiration. Adrian Phillips, Managing Director
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KAYAKING IRELAND'S WILD COAST!
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We travel to the untamed coast of West Cork to forage for seaweed by kayak, then bring it back to shore to cook it up!
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Städtereise in Estlands Hauptstadt - Tallinn
Michael Friemel hat Tallinn, die Hauptstadt Estlands, besucht und war begeistert vom mittelalterlichen Stadtkern, den angrenzenden Vororten und der malerischen Lage am Meer. In vielerlei Hinsicht ist Estlands Metropole deutlich weiter als der Rest Europas, ist hip, innovativ und immer gut für eine Überraschung.
Abandoned Military Base: WE SLEPT HERE! - Urbex Lost Places Italy
Urban Exploration: Exploring abandoned NATO base Ice Station Zebra and abandoned asylum Manicomio di C (English and German subtitles are available!) Episode #120
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Today's episode features two spectacular places to explore! At first, we're heading to a derelict NATO radar base in the mountains that was a must-go for us. Since we're even spending the night here, we are able to experience the site in two completely different moods. After that, we are exploring the fourth and final asylum of our great Italy road trip. But this one is different than the others because here the revolution started that changed the face of the Italian health system forever. Stay tuned for a wild ride!
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Essential Hiking Tips | VISIT NORWAY
Hiking in the Norwegian mountains is wonderful. It's also a serious matter and can be challenging for even the fittest trekkers. Be prepared and stay safe.
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ARAN ISLANDS IRELAND | RED BULL CLIFF JUMP
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We fly to Innishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands, where Irish history and tradition is very much alive.
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How We Live In The Netherlands
See in this video how we live in the Netherlands. Come with us on a tour through our hometown Dordrecht, the oldest town of Holland. We visit our favorite spots for a coffee or lunch. And we share a perfect romantic dinner idea with you.
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B&B where we stayed in the city center of Dordrecht-
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