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WAC TRAVEL / ADVENTURE

The Journal

Stories, tips, and inspiration from twenty years of crafting journeys across Europe and Africa from the Adventure category

11 AUG, 2020

Gregory of Nin, Croatia: Off The Beaten Path

Standing watch in front of the Golden Gates of Split, Gregory of Nin serves as the protector of the city, and protector of the Croatian language. Be sure to stop at Gregory’s statue for a bit of good…

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Parc del Laberint d’Horta, Spain: Off The Beaten Path

A neoclassical-romantic estate museum, and the oldest garden in Barcelona, the Parc del Laberint d’Horta makes for a picturesque afternoon in nature. With ornate fountains, marble statues, and a…

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Isola San Giulio, Italy: Off The Beaten Path

Peeking up out of Lake Orta, just 400 meters from shore, the fairytale Isola San Giulio emerges from the rippling waves in the form of a beautiful and quaint village. With soaring mountains as the…

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La Scarzuola, Italy: Off The Beaten Path

A surreal and magical place, with hidden chambers and mysterious symbolism, La Scarzuola is a fairytale convent with an evocative atmosphere. From extravagant mosaics to looming gargoyles and the…

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Quinta da Regaleira, Portugal: Off The Beaten Path

A UNESCO World Heritage Site close to Lisbon, Quinta da Regaleira is a grand estate that’s home to a mystical and luxurious palace, as well as secret tunnels, and enchanting gardens peppered with…

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Baia, Italy: Off The Beaten Path

On the northwest shore of the Gulf of Naples, there’s an enchanting glimpse of history in the depths of the sea: The Archeological Marine Park of Baia. What was once a thriving holiday resort for the…

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