Travel inspiration for the traveler who is always looking for the hidden gems
Sharing travel inspiration and information about the most interesting destinations in the world. If you love design boutique hotels and exploring the local food culture as much as I do, then you’ve come to the right place!
Travel inspiration for the traveler who is always looking for the hidden gems
Sharing travel inspiration and information about the most interesting destinations in the world. If you love design boutique hotels and exploring the local food culture as much as I do, then you’ve come to the right place!
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What to do in Tainan: 13x must visit places & tips
A visit to Tainan should definitely be part of your Taiwan itinerary. Not only was Tainan the official capital of Taiwan between 1624 and 1887, it is also Taiwan's oldest city. And did you know that this part of Taiwan was once a Dutch colony (between 1624-1662 and...
What to do in Tainan: 13x must visit places & tips
A visit to Tainan should definitely be part of your Taiwan itinerary. Not only was Tainan the official capital of Taiwan between 1624 and 1887, it is also Taiwan's oldest city. And did you know that this part of Taiwan was once a Dutch colony (between 1624-1662 and 1664-1668)? Tainan is therefore the perfect destination to learn more about Taiwan's fascinating history and the best place to visit some of the oldest and most beautiful temples in the country. In this guide, I share all my tips...
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12 Useful Taiwan travel tips for first-time visitors
Taiwan is an amazing country to visit. It is quite modern, so you don’t have to worry much about getting from A to B or finding places to sleep. However, for many of us it’s a country on the other side of the world with from time to time its own ‘instructions’. Are...
The perfect Taiwan itinerary for 2 to 3 weeks
Taiwan is one of those destinations where you really feel that you're traveling. I don't speak the language, you won't run into Western tourists all the time, there's delicious food on every street corner, and it has the most stunning nature. I have 2,5 weeks to...
15x My favorite things to do in Tallinn in Winter
A few minutes before arriving in Tallinn, the pilot informs us about the weather. Cloudy, windy, and snowy. Not what I would typically call holiday weather. But I decided to visit Tallinn in winter because of the snow, so this announcement actually makes me smile. And...
Cabiner: Sleeping in a Beautiful Off-the-grid Cabin in the Woods
It’s been 30 minutes since we left our car and anything that reminds us of our hectic city life behind. Carrying a backpack that hasn’t been used in years. And pulling a folding wagon filled with food and drinks for the coming days. Any doubts about whether it’s still...
Essen & Duisburg: the Urban Jungle of the Ruhr Region in Germany
I'm not sure how long I'll be able to keep this up, but for now I'm trying to avoid trips that require getting on an airplane. Which means that if I do want to travel abroad, I look for places just across the border. So when I received an invite to visit Essen and...
15 Great Things to Do in Amersfoort, the Netherlands
I'd been planning to visit Amersfoort for a while now. With its historic city centre, great restaurants and shops, and plenty of things to see, Amersfoort is the perfect destination for a day trip when you're visiting the Netherlands. This beautiful city is super...
HOTELS
A Stay at the Legendary Hotel des Indes in The Hague
The first time I visited Hotel des Indes was to celebrate my grandmother's 90th birthday. Despite having lived in The Hague her entire life, it also happened to be her first time to see the hotel from the inside. Hotel des Indes is a landmark in The Hague. Everyone...
Design Hotel August: a Luxurious Stay in a Former Convent
I don't particularly like celebrating my own birthday. But I do love celebrating other people's birthdays! Unfortunately, many of my friends go through the same phase of not wanting to be reminded that they're getting older and prefer not to make a big deal out of it....
Amerikalinjen: Oslo’s most beautiful boutique hotel
As I cross the street from Oslo's Central Station I’m looking up to this impressive building that’s been here for a hundred years. This was once the headquarters of the Norwegian America Line ('Amerikalinjen'), a cruise ship company taking passengers to the United...
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Are you planning your next city trip and need inspiration for what to do, where to stay and best places to eat? Or are you looking for ideas which city to explore next? These travel guides of my favorite cities can help you get the most out of your next trip.
Hi, I’m Jacintha and welcome to Urban Pixxels
Urban Pixxels is all about travel inspiration and information for the traveler who wants to explore the most interesting destinations in the world; prefers design boutique hotels over hostels; is always looking for the hidden gems; and believes that exploring the local food culture is just as important as sightseeing.
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Escape to nature
Forget the everyday craziness and travel to more remote places where you can slow down, admire beautiful nature, and have unforgettable experiences.
