SNAZZY TRIPS TRAVEL BLOG is a fun and informative write-up of places visited. It is a magazine-style weekly journal of holiday destinations around the world. We talk about things to do and see there, and activities to enjoy. We include lots of photos to make it easy and enjoyable to read.
Snazzy Trips offers accommodation ideas, such as apartments, villas, hotels, and resorts to stay at. We also give information on local restaurants and food. Advice on local customs, do’s and don’t’s, and other bits of interesting travel information are shared based on our experiences.
We at Snazzy Trips usually like to travel overseas by business class. So, we offer comments on the service and features of the various airlines and airport lounges.
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The Italian Riviera’s Best Kept Secret The Italian Riviera has long been the playground of the rich and famous. It boasts a host of stunning resort towns. Many tourists and celebrities have lived or holidayed on this beautiful coastline of Italy. But perhaps one of the best kept secrets of the Italian Riviera is the glorious harbour village of Santa Margherita Ligure. Why wasn’t I …
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You Will Be Enchanted If you love fairytales, you are sure to be enchanted by the Castello di Vigoleno. In the north of Italy this real life original medieval castle is part of the charming historic Vigoleno village, located in Vernasca. It dates back to Roman times and sits high up on top of a hill in the picturesque Emilia Romagna Region near Parma. The Castle …
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6 Hot Spots You should Visit The magnificent River Thames in London is the life of the city. It is England’s longest river with an incredible 33 bridges spanning across it in London itself, and plays host to a plethora of famous and historic landmarks. Here I’m going to list 6 hot spots for you to experience, which are all conveniently located along or near …
Fall In Love With This City Once you visit Genoa you will fall in love with it, as I did. This grand historic, bustling seaside city in Northern Italy is full of wonderment everywhere you turn. I couldn’t get over how much it has to offer, and yet I’m a little amazed it doesn’t attract more international tourists as a prime holiday destination. Genoa is …
5 Highlights You Won’t Want To Miss In KL Over the years I have travelled to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia too many times to count. Sometimes it’s been a stopover to, or from, other parts of the world and sometimes on vacation. In recent decades it has become a very popular holiday destination in its own right for many people. So, I’m going to give you …
Car enthusiasts will love the Lamborghini museum in Italy and details about touring the exclusive factory.
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Why You Must See This Castle The amazing Tower of London is situated in the middle of the city, along the Thames River. With metropolitan life bustling all around it, this fascinating one thousand-year old castle and fortress, harbours spooky tales. You must see it while you’re in London and I’ll tell you why. I drove around looking at it before working up the courage …
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You Need To See It The Palace of Versailles is a grandiose monument from a fascinating period in French history when the royal family basked in extraordinary opulence. Magnificent architecture; extravagant luxury; stunning masterpieces … there aren’t adequate enough words to accurately describe how impressive the Palace really is. You must see the Palace of Versailles for yourself. I was blown away by the ostentatious lifestyle …
4 Wineries To Visit in Victoria’s Yarra Valley Region Melbourne, Australia, is renowned for many things – Australian Tennis Open, Formula 1 Grand Prix, Motorcycle Grand Prix, AFL Football, Melbourne Cup Racing Carnival, beaches, the list goes on … And it has been voted the most liveable city in the world 7 times. Melbourne also has some of the best Wineries. If you love wine …
A delightful Italian Seaside Resort Along the coastline of Northern Italy, Monterosso Al Mare is one of the famous old fishing villages which make up the Cinqueterre (five lands) seaside resorts. On the Italian Riviera this delightful ocean town is the last one on the strip. From north to south there are: Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, then Monterosso, which is the most popular and the …
Unassuming And Tranquil In Northern Malaysia, there is a lovely verdant town called Taiping. It translates to ‘everlasting peace’ and is an unassuming and tranquil place, largely unknown to international travellers. It holds no tickets on itself and seems happy to keep its quaint and old-fashioned charm a secret from the rest of the world. I recently visited this hidden gem. A Heritage Town Approximately …
Tamar River, Launceston A little bit of paradise! Arriving in Launceston, Tasmania, I immediately felt a calmness come over me. It’s so tranquil and beautiful here. Only one hour flight from Melbourne or you can take the Spirit of Tasmania ferry to Devonport, which is about 9 hours, and you have the option of taking your car. I’ve gone both ways and I was rather … Continue reading Launceston
You Must See This City The capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, is fascinating. I have visited this city twice and both times have been overwhelmed by the extreme opulence and grandeur of this jewel in the desert. The city has developed immensely in the last 50 years, from being little more than just a desert. Truly amazing! You must see this city for …
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A Charming Italian City A charming city renowned as Italy’s food capital, Parma is a gastronomic delight. Located in northern Italy, approximately an hour and a half drive south of Milan, you really must see Parma. Here you will experience delicious Italian food in the heart of the Emilia Romagna region. This region of Italy is famous for Parmesan cheese known as Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma or …
Simply amazing! Discover Doha, in Qatar, a dynamic, fast growing city. I had the pleasure of spending a few days here and, WOW, was I super-impressed with the place! This booming city has grown considerably in just a short number of years and is now one of the wealthiest places on earth, thanks to its rich reserves of gas and oil. Doha is simply amazing! …
A Gem On The Island Of Borneo If you are going to Malaysia, you might want to see this gem on the island of Borneo in Sabah. I was pleasantly surprised to find it is rich in natural beauty. I’m talking about the beautiful Kota Kinabalu. It has a diverse wildlife, a coral reef and Mount Kinabalu, which is the highest peak in Malaysia, listed as …
Beautifully picturesque Any location with water views is lovely, but Lake Como in the North of Italy is one of the most beautifully picturesque lakes in the world. It has long been a favourite holiday destination for celebrities and tourists since Roman times. With the Alpine backdrop, clear blue water, stately villas and waterfront eateries, you can see the undeniable attraction of this part of …
