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Best spot to see Taormina and the see from the highest point

Villa Comunale di Taormina

The Villa Comunale di Taormina is one of the town’s most enchanting and tranquil spots — a lush public garden perched on a hillside along Via Bagnoli Croci, offering spectacular views of the Ionian Sea, the Greek Theatre, and Mount Etna. Romantic, peaceful, and rich with history, it’s a favorite retreat for both locals and visitors.

Explore the charming street market of Syracuse, full of local flavors, crafts, and vibrant atmosphere.

Street market

Porta Marina

Beautiful stairs and street market in Noto

Scalinata Mariannina Coffa

The vibrant Duomo Square, surrounded by historic Greek and Baroque architecture.

Piazza del Duomo

Stunning sunset in afrobar (beach club). Also Etna was erupting!! Once in lifetime experience

Afrobar Catania

Plage Legzira

Plaza with four beautiful corners, beautiful stop on the way to the cathedral.

Quattro Canti

Definitely worth the climb to explore the remains of the castle and other structures. The view is absolutely breathtaking. The ascent takes approximately 30-45 minutes.

Rocca di Cefalù

Scenic lake surrounded by mountains & forest, featuring an island housing a historic church.

Lake Bled

Pyramid of Menkaure

The National Gallery is an art museum in Trafalgar Square in the City of Westminster, in Central London, England. Founded in 1824.

National Gallery

The National Portrait Gallery in London is an exceptional place to visit and a true cultural highlight of the city. Recently reopened, the gallery is beautifully designed, with light-filled spaces that make exploring the collection both comfortable and inspiring. Entry is free.

National Portrait Gallery

One of the best things to do in London’s Leicester Square is visit the amazing bronze statues that you can get up close with and take photos.
This statue is located in the centre of Leicester Square. Every Harry Potter fan will fall in love with this statue of Harry Potter!

Harry Potter Statue

Leicester Square always has an incredible atmosphere, but on my visit it was even better because they had installed an ice rink in the center. It gave the whole square a very Christmassy feel, with music, lights, and lots of people enjoying the atmosphere. The area is full of theaters.

Leicester Square

 Leicester Square always has an incredible atmosphere, but on my visit it was even better because they had installed an ice rink in the center. It gave the whole square a very Christmassy feel, with music, lights, and lots of people enjoying the atmosphere. The area is full of theaters.

Etosha Trading Post Campsite

The Science Museum is a major museum on Exhibition Road in South Kensington, London. It was founded in 1857 and is one of the city's major tourist attractions, attracting 3.3 million visitors annually in 2019

Science Museum

The Victoria and Albert Museum in London is the world's largest museum of applied arts, decorative arts and design, housing a permanent collection of over 2.8 million objects. It was founded in 1852 and named after Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.

Victoria and Albert Museum

Pub serving the finest craft beers, real ales and food in Norbury. Open from 8am till midnight every day!! I love the fish and chips here!!

Moon Under Water

The Natural History Museum in London is a museum that exhibits a vast range of specimens from various segments of natural history.

Museo de Historia Natural

Museu de História Natural de Londres

Step back 66 million years & dine with dinosaurs at T. Rex Grill at the National History Museum, our restaurant that's straight out of a Cretaceous jungle.

T. Rex Restaurant

Westminster Pier is located on the north side of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, next to Westminster Bridge and opposite The London Eye.

Westminster Pier

This ornate black and gold gate is called the Canada Gate, part of the Queen Victoria Memorial complex. Great facts:
It stands at the entrance to Green Park from the roundabout directly in front of Buckingham Palace.
It was a gift from Canada in 1905 to honor Queen Victoria

Canada Gate

The London Eye rises gracefully along the River Thames, offering one of the most breathtaking views of the city. As the capsules slowly lift you into the sky, London unfolds beneath you—Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, St Paul’s cathedral.

London Eye

An award-winning hit that turns one of the greatest love stories into a musical fantasia. Get tickets at LondonTheatre.co.uk

Criterion Theatre

Located in London's iconic West End, Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus combines rock and roll history with the electric energy of the city.

Hard Rock Cafe

Met up with colleagues at Wetherspoon and, as always, you can’t go wrong. Good catch-up, decent food and drinks, and great value for money – exactly what you expect from a Spoons!

The Willow Walk - JD Wetherspoon

The Travellers Tavern is a historic pub with a beer garden and sports viewing, located in Belgravia next to Victoria station.

Travellers Tavern

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Green Park - Wikipedia
Green Park is a tranquil, 40-acre Royal Park in central London, nestled between Buckingham Palace and St. James's Park, known for its mature trees, open lawns, and lack of formal flowerbeds, offering peaceful walks.

Green Park

Step into The Crown, where tradition meets modern comfort. Enjoy a wide selection of craft beers, delicious pub grub, and live sports in a lively.

PubLove @ The Crown Battersea

At Aqua Shard in the UK's tallest building, contemporary British dishes meet London's best views.

Aqua Shard

 An iconic British symbol built in the neo-Gothic style and known for its great precision, its enormous clocks and its chimes broadcast by BBC radio.

Big Ben

An iconic British symbol built in the neo-Gothic style and known for its great precision, its enormous clocks and its chimes broadcast by BBC radio.

This iconic architectural gem is the symbol of London and worth multiple visits to enjoy its details. My favorite time is around 6:00 am in the summer when you basically have Westminster bridge to yourself to watch the rising sun strike the building.

Palace of Westminster

This is such a great place in a middle of busy London and is the only square in the district which is a garden square. The square is well maintained but it has got so much interesting things to discover and see. There are a lot of old trees like a mulberry, oak and even a fig tre

St. James Square

Offer daily services and a cultural programme of talks, events and concerts. We seek to be a welcoming space for people to reflect, create and debate.

St James's Church

St Martin-in-the-Fields Church is a historic Anglican church located in Trafalgar Square, London. Built in the 18th century, it is known for its elegant neoclassical architecture and distinctive tall spire. The church has played an important role in London’s religious and cultura

St Martin-in-the-Fields church

St Paul’s Cathedral is an iconic and breathtaking landmark that leaves a lasting impression from the moment you see it. The architecture is absolutely stunning, both inside and out, with an atmosphere that feels grand, historic, and beautiful. Every detail is impressive.

Saint Paul's Cathedral

A fossilised tree from a ancient swamp in England. It’s I from of the natural history museum.

The Fossil Tree

 Chinatown is London's Chinatown, located in the Soho district. It is known for its restaurants, shops, and unique atmosphere.

Chinatown

Chinatown es el barrio chino de Londres, situado en el barrio de Soho. Se caracteriza por sus restaurantes, tiendas y por su ambiente único.

The Victoria Palace Theatre is a West End theatre in Victoria Street, in the City of Westminster. The theatre was designed by Frank Matcham in 1911 and was the last London theatre he designed before his retirement. The building was designated as a Grade II*

Victoria Palace Theatre

An absolutely essential London experience! The Victoria Memorial itself is a massive gilded monument that is a spectacle in its own right. Turning around, you have the iconic, awe-inspiring view of Buckingham Palace.
Overall, it’s a fantastic place to soak in the history.

Queen Victoria Memorial

 The changing of the guard takes place at the palace three days a week at 10:30. You should arrive a little early to get a good spot. It lasts approximately 20 minutes, and from there you go to Buckingham Palace.

St. James's Palace

An iconic palace and place of tourists attraction. I never expected the crowd I saw crowds of people just visiting to take shots of the palace or of them standing in front of the palace.
The gold painting or plating of some part of the gates palace is very beautiful.

Buckingham Palace

A truly beautiful and peaceful place to visit. I loved the variety of plants and flowers, which make the surroundings feel vibrant and alive. It’s also home to different habitats, and I was delighted to see the cutest baby swans – such a heartwarming sight. A perfect spot .

The Diana Princess Of Wales Memorial Walk

A beautiful, central, and iconic spot. You can't miss this place if you're visiting London. The blend of modernity and centuries-old classic style is magical. It's a hub for the city's young nightlife. You can even hop on a pink, fuzzy pedicab.

Piccadilly Circus

St James's Park feels gentle, open and quietly ceremonial at the same time.
I enjoy walking through it without haste, following the paths around the lake, watching birds, pelicans and people sharing the space naturally. There is always movement, yet it never feels rushed.

Saint James Park

Great spot to take pictures over the Thames river. During the day it's fairly congested, however, I found it much easier to get great photos of the bridge and Big Ben at sunset.

Westminster Bridge

An impressive square featuring a monument to Nelson commemorating the Battle of Nelson. An imposing column with four bronze lions at its corners stands in the center. The National Gallery and several fountains are also located here. A popular meeting point for tourists.

Trafalgar Square

One of the many beautiful baroque churches in London. It is hard to say which is my favorite but this has to be one of them. The volunteer staff are particularly helpful. I will be back for one of the evening concerts really soon.

St Mary le Strand Church

“Such a beautiful and peaceful spot right in the middle of the city. Great place to sit, relax, and just take a break. The flowers and statues are lovely too — definitely worth a quick stroll if you’re nearby!

Victoria Embankment Gardens: Whitehall Gardens

Only alpine peaks reflecting in the lake and the sound of cows bells

Bachalpsee

Historic street market - fish, meat, fruits, vegetables, cheese, herbs, and Sicilian street food.

Mercato del Capo

Perfect location to sit after exploring for food, ice cream or a .

Ristorante Pizzeria Bar La Vecchia Fontana

Beach to cool off, or enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants

Cefalù Beach

maninpasta

Chocolate in Sicily!! Buy some chocolate to take home as gifts after you sample - learn about the history as well

Sabadì - Cioccolato di Modica

The famous historic market offering fresh products and street food

Mercato di Ballarò

The best street market in Palermo where you can find fresh groceries, fish and meat!

The Quattro Canti, the famous four identical buildings, popular photo spot when you look up in the sky!

The central square of Cefalu, full of cafes and people!

The gardens of Taormina, perfect for walking and enjoying the views!

Belvedere di Taormina

The central square of Taormina, hosting the Duomo and lots of people!

Piazza IX Aprile

An Unesco World Heritage Site, Catania's central plaza is a set made of contrasting lava and limestone, surrounded by buildings in the unique local baroque style and crowned by the grand Cattedrale di Sant'Agata.

Piazza Duomo

Great vibrant atmosphere located under a sea of multi coloured umbrellas. A good selection of drinks, descent food menu. By early evening it gets full so arrive early to get a table.

Lettera 82 Risto Pub

Duomo di San Pietro Apostolo

Beautiful place to walk and try alternative chocolate’s flavours!

Centro Medico Sacro Cuore

Was built back in 6th century BC and is the oldest Doric temple of siracuse

Temple of Apollo

Great experience, you can taste a lot of different chocolates and then buy the best! Some interesting information about the special Modica chocolate!

Antica Dolceria Bonajuto

A beach full of umbrellas and towels everywhere. Catch your spot early because the sea is amazing!

Spiaggia di Cefalù

You can find a variety of ice cream flavours next to the central square!

Don Peppinu | Catania

Beautiful church at the center of catania

Chiesa di San Michele Arcangelo ai Minoriti

Nice big square in front of a university faculty. Has many options for food and drinks

Piazza Università

A stunning square at the main pedestrian street of Taormina. The view of the sea is amazing from here. There are a lot of shops and restaurants around.

A beautiful cafe in the centre of Catania!

Prestipino Cafè

Exceptional baroque architecture. The view from the terrace is amazing.

Chiesa di Santa Chiara

Special place. So many feelings. Fresh fish and vegetables, feelings and people, music and smells. Worth a visit!

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