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Todays Images • Mykonos

The Iconic Windmills Of Mykonos. Traditionally, these windmills are heavy, three-story buildings made of stone, are circular in shape, reflecting the simple yet functional design typical of the Cycladic islands. They were primarily built by Venetians in the 16th century and continued to be constructed into the early 20th century for milling wheat. Mykonos isContinue reading “Todays Images • Mykonos”

Where In The World #4?

What country claims this baked treat as its own? This is a traditional European pastry made from sweet yeast dough. This unique treat is crafted by wrapping strips of the dough around a conical baking tube, which is then grilled usual over coals till it achieves a golden brown color and crispy exterior. Answer •Continue reading “Where In The World #4?”

Ideas From The Intentional Traveler’s On Destinations All Around the World

This travel website features thousands of pages of information on destinations, useful maps, detailed travel instructions and a few stories just for fun. There’s a good chance we’ve got what you’ve been searching for, so take a moment and explore this incredible world with us, The Intentional Travelers. CLICK FOR GREAT TRAVEL IDEAS! Find destinationsContinue reading “Ideas From The Intentional Traveler’s On Destinations All Around the World”

A Really Hot Day In Amsterdam

Air conditioning is not common in Northern Europe. It’s probably a combination of normally cooler weather and a cultural attitude, but when it gets really warm you’ll hear a lot of complaining. A couple of years ago there was an unusual hot spell in Amsterdam with a lot of people trying to deal with theContinue reading “A Really Hot Day In Amsterdam”

River Cruising and the Romantic Castles of the Rhine River

  The Middle Rhine and the Gorge is home to over forty castles The “Middle Rhine” is one of four sections (High Rhine, Upper Rhine, Middle Rhine, Lower Rhine) of the river between Lake Constance and the North Sea. The upper half of the Middle Rhine (Rhine Gorge) from Bingen (Rhine-kilometer 526) to Koblenz (Rhine-kilometerContinue reading “River Cruising and the Romantic Castles of the Rhine River”