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Tamp Café in Cebu
Tamp Cafe is a café in Cebu with aesthetic interiors and dishes inspired by differrent cuisines.
Unlike any other cafè, Tamp has a balance between food and drinks. They have a lot of drinks to choose from as well as food such as asian dishes, pasta, pastries, coffee, tea, and more. Me and my friends were delighted with our pasta, pork chop, and beef stragonoff for our lunch and topped it off with their best selling Yemma cake for dessert. What's amazing is that you'd get to have a free slice of cake once you order their special drinks.
This place is just it. Whether it be for family, friends, or business. Before i forget, they have the nicest staff. Kudos!
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SoHo, New York
Many people have heard of SoHo, a trendy and creative neighborhood in New York City. What they may not know is that SoHo stands for south of Houston Street. This area is lively and unique. It’s a great place to shop, dine and explore. Here are 15 things to do in SoHo NYC the next time that you’re in the area.
Soho is the place to be! A place for both young and mature. Soho is the best area to shop for virtually anything. The area is inviting, fun and educational. Home to one of the best universities, Soho is where one yearns to be educated. The area is filled with top notch eateries both affordable and trendy. Iris the place for college students to spend time. You never tire of walking around, having a great meal, going shopping, studying and everything in between!
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Bowling Green, New York
Cute park, drenched in rich American history. Bowling Green offers visitors a serene place to sit; either on a bench or in the grasss. There is a nice size fountain in the middle, weather permitting. The fountain is drained during the winter months and the fountain becomes home to a large Christmas tree. Bowling Green got it's name because the park was once used as a bowling alley when bowling was played on the grass. This small park is located, a couple blocks off the Hudson River and is surrounded by many other attractions.
Beautiful park. It’s a gorgeous oasis in the middle of downtown Manhattan. The landscaping is incredible. I’d recommend for a lunch break or a date. Great spot!
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West Village, New York
The West Village in Manhattan remains unchanged and visually beautiful, with streets similar to what would have been seen over 100 years ago. Such aspects are rare in a city like New York, or in any city for that matter. Now, the neighborhood is filled with joys like its picturesque and historic architecture, and its annual Halloween Parade.
The West Village is located below Chelsea and above Soho/the Lower W. Side of Manhattan.
What makes the W. Village so appealing is it’s composition of primarily residential brownstones, with a multitude of small restaurants, shops, and services. An unchanged and visually beautiful neighborhood with streets similar to what would have been seen over 100 years ago. Rare in a city like New York… or in any city for that matter.
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The Oculus, New York
When you visit the 9/11 Memorial at Ground Zero, you’ll probably notice a large white building with steel, wing-shaped tips reaching toward the sky. That’s the Oculus, a transportation hub and shopping mall built alongside the One World Trade Center.
The building is one of many that were included in the city’s plan to rebuild the World Trade Center after September 11. If you’d like to see this magnificent structure up-close, you can. In this post, I’ll share a little about the history of the Oculus, including its design, Ground Zero connection, and how to visit when you’re here in New York.
The Oculus was designed by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. He intended it to resemble a dove leaving a child’s hands. You can see it in the tall, crossed steel columns that make up the exterior. Together, this series of columns forms a pair of 350-foot wings.
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Sunset In New York
When you think of New York City, the first thing you think of is probably not charming, beautiful sunsets. Instead, what comes to mind is something along the lines of fabulous pizza, Coney Island Amusement Park, the Empire State Building and Yankee Stadium. However, once you see the long shadows cast by the Midtown skyscrapers and the evening sky when it’s set on maximum saturation, you’ll be hooked on NYC sunsets (and sunrises, too!). For your enjoyment, Sea the City has put together a list of top places in The Big Apple and nearby where you can take advantage of magnificent views.
With that kind of name, it has to feature magical sunsets, right? Sunset Park in Brooklyn doesn’t disappoint, and the park’s picturesque hill offers impressive sunset vistas setting behind Manhattan skyscrapers. The park also rewards you with views of the Statue of Liberty, Staten Island and park greenery.
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Winter vibes from New York City.
Visiting New York in winter is like stepping onto the set of a real-life Christmas movie. The Big Apple knows how to celebrate, with the festive season starting after Thanksgiving and lasting into the New Year. So if you’re looking for a winter break, here are nine of the best things to do in New York at Christmas.
In one word – chilly! The weather in New York in the winter sees average high temperatures of 6°C (43°F) and lows of -3°C (27°F), with January being the coldest month. But the wind chill can make it seem colder, and icy spells can cause temperatures to plummet to -15°C (14°F). There are also frequent snow showers, with 66cm falling a year. So wear plenty of warm layers, pack a hat and gloves, and don’t plan to spend all day outside.
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Once upon a time in New York
New York has to be one of the most famous cities in the world. Often referred to as the ‘Big Apple’, this vibrant city is known for its exclusive shops, flashy Broadway performances, and high-flying business tycoons, and it’s a city that has long captivated people from all over the world.
But, aside from the flashing lights, it’s also home to the beloved Statue of Liberty, a symbol of freedom and hope, and Central Park, one of the tidiest and best-kept parks in the world.
So, clearly, New York is more than just a place for the big shots. So, let’s take a closer look at what has made New York one of the most famous cities in the world.
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Verbier
Verbier has developed into a glamorous winter playground for anyone who wants to splash the cash. There is no doubt it's an expensive resort but with its superb skiing, international clientele, high-quality accommodation and phenomenal bars and restaurants, it's most certainly worth it.
Situated in the canton of the Valais, in the southwest of Switzerland, Verbier is bordered by France to the west and Italy to the south. It's about a two-hour drive from Geneva airport, or you can take a train from the airport to Le Chable and then hop onto the gondola to the centre of resort.
Verbier suits both the keen skier, with its amazing and easily accessible off-piste, and the more leisurely skier who enjoys cruising the blues before relaxing on a sun lounger for the afternoon. It's also the perfect spot for the après-ski enthusiast, with a world-famous selection of lively bars and clubs.
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Korcula, Croatia
The sixth largest island in Croatia, Korcula is 20 miles long and rather narrow, between 4 and 5 miles wide on average. This island is known for its dense forest and the ancient Greeks called the island Black Korcula (Kerkyra melaina) for this reason. The main resorts are Korcula Town (people call it “Little Dubrovnik” because of its medieval squares, churches, palaces and houses), Vela Luka and Lumbarda. There’s also smaller towns and villages dotted around on the island for those looking for a more secluded holiday.
Korcula is one of Croatia’s most treasured islands although, perhaps somewhat surprisingly, not quite as popular as some of its slightly more northern counterparts, such as Brac and Hvar. This may be because the island is a little further away to get to (both from Split or Dubrovnik) and some of the most convenient ferry services to the island only run in summer.
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Porto, Portugal
Porto is a fascinating and vibrant city that is rapidly becoming one of Western Europe’s most respected tourist destinations. The city boasts an extensive history, interesting tourist attractions, and a buzzing nightlife, and outstanding tourist facilities. There is a lot to see and do in Porto, and this diverse city will appeal to a wide range of visitors. Porto is a historic and varied city, from the warren of narrow streets that make up the ancient Ribeira district through to the grand plaza of the Trindade district. The region is famed for the production of Port, which is still stored and matured in the vast cellars that stretch along the banks of the Douro River.
The Ribeira District - The oldest district of the city, a labyrinth of narrow cobbled streets, ancient houses and bags of character.
Port Tasting and Tours – Porto is famed for Port (a rich fortified wine), which is matured in the vast cellars (referred to as caves) that line the southern banks of the Douro River. The Port Lodges provide informative tours of the traditional processes and a chance to sample some of the finest vintage Ports.
Porto’s nightlife - The vibrant nightlife of Porto caters for all ages and diversities; from fine dining experiences through to banging late night clubs.
The Douro River - The scenic backdrop to Porto, which is crossed by magnificent bridges and best explored by a boat tour.
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Olvera, Spain
Olvera is another one of those fairytale villages that from a distance is spellbinding. As you cross the rugged plains of the Sierra de Grazalema you will at once see, rising out of the surrounding olive groves, an exquisite white village with a soaring cathedral and castle at its center.
Olvera is yet another chance to go back in time and explore these ancient white villages along the now famous "pueblos blancos" route in southern Spain. If you are thinking of visiting these beautiful towns, Olvera is one not to miss.
The town was even declared a center of "Artistic and Historic Importance" in 1983 by the Spanish government.
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Alberobello, Italy
Unesco World Heritage Site Alberobello resembles an urban sprawl – for gnomes. The zona dei trulli on the westernmost of the town's two hills is a dense mass of 1500 beehive-shaped houses, white-tipped as if dusted by snow. These drystone buildings are made from local limestone; none are older than the 14th century.
The town is named after the primitive oak forest Arboris Belli (beautiful trees) that once covered this area. It's an amazing place, but also something of a tourist trap – from May to October busloads of tourists pile into trullo homes, drink in trullo bars and shop in trullo shops. Try to visit in the morning to avoid the arrival of tourist buses and the inevitable throng of visitors.
If you park in Lago Martellotta, follow the steps up to Piazza del Popolo, where the Belvedere Trulli lookout offers fabulous views over the whole higgledy-piggledy picture.
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Positano, Amalfi Coast, Italy
To call Positano, located on the picturesque Amalfi Coast in Italy’s province of Salerno, magical is no exaggeration. Greats of cinema, literature, and music like John Steinbeck, Franco Zeffirelli, Wilhelm Kempff, and Mick Jagger fell under the spell of the colorful village, and there is more than one reason why they all got inspired. To quote John Steinbeck’s 1953 essay in Harper’s Bazaar: Positano bites deep. Maybe he heard the song of the mystical sirens, sea creatures who lived on the tiny islands of Li Galli, enticing visitors and sailors with their song, and, according to Greek legend, Ulysses too.
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Jaipur, India
Founded in AD 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan is popularly known as the Pink City. With broad avenues and spacious gardens, the city is steeped in history and culture. Here the past comes alive in magnificent forts and palaces, blushed pink, where once lived the maharajas. The bustling bazaars of Jaipur, famous for Rajasthan jewelry, fabric and shoes, possess a timeless quality and are a treasure-trove for the shoppers.
Planned by Vidyadhar Bhattacharya, Jaipur holds the distinction of being the first planned city of India. Renowned globally for its coloured gems, the capital city of Rajasthan combines the allure of its ancient history with all the advantages of a metropolis. Jaipur rises up majestically against the backdrop of the forts Nahargarh, Jaigarh and Garh Ganesh Temple. The bustling modern city is one of the three corners of the golden triangle that includes Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.
The story goes that in 1876, the Prince of Wales visited India on a tour. Since the color pink was symbolic of hospitality, Maharaja Ram Singh of Jaipur painted the entire city pink. The pink that colors the city makes for a marvelous spectacle to behold.
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Warsaw
There’s no better place to start your tour of Warsaw than the spectacular Old Town, whose history goes back 700 years. And it will feel as though the buildings are ancient as well, even though the truth, however mind boggling it is to comprehend, is that this incredible part of Warsaw was reconstructed after it was completely destroyed during World War II on – wait for it - the basis of paintings by Canaletto. It was recreated with such attention to detail that it is rightly listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Today, the Old Town is a beguiling, charmingly cosy area with a unique atmosphere and original architectural details, which becomes especially enchanting after nightfall. The Old Town Square is its lifeblood, packed in summer with outdoor cafés and people strolling around, making it one of capital’s most popular spots. A statue of the Warsaw Mermaid, the city’s symbol, stands proudly in the centre. It may well be the only mermaid wielding a sword and shield you’ll ever see. Eleven tenement buildings around the Square are occupied by the Museum of Warsaw, where collections of historical artefacts tell the incredible story of the city and its residents. Another historical treasure trove is found in the nearby Gothic St. John’s Cathedral, with tombs of the last Dukes of Mazovia, plaques in memory of Polish patriots and statesmen, and the Chapel of Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński, often referred to as “Primate of the Millennium”.
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Sperlonga
Whether it’s the ruins of the ancient Villa of Tiberius, Emperor of Rome, or the soft sands and crystal clear water, Sperlonga Italy is a must see!
The summer villa of a Roman Emperor is the perfect spot to enjoy a day at the beach! The second Roman Emperor, Tiberius, lived 2,000 years ago, and he was a man of refined tastes. His massive villa in Sperlonga, Italy, housed some of his famous Greek statue collection in a natural gallery: a grotto that opens onto a beautiful stretch of soft, sandy coastline, framed by cliffs and grassy mountains. Nowadays, the beautiful beach gets more attention than Tiberius’ villa and grotto, but you really must visit both!
Emperor Tiberius was the successor to Caesar Augustus – the first Emperor of Rome. Tiberius reigned from 14 AD – 37 AD. He was not a willing ruler. Infact, he tired of his role in politics, but when he died the empire was in great financial condition due to Tiberius’ wise spending. In his later years he spent much time in the region of Campania and at his villa in Sperlonga, but when he tired of Rome, he lived out the rest of his life on the island of Capri.
Take the time to enjoy the streets of Sperlonga. The streets, with their cafes and shops, are idyllic with wedding bells playing as you chose a restaurant for lunch. You can easily walk the street for hours, visiting the shops and admiring the architecture of this old city on a hill. You can also walk to Torre Truglia. Admire it from afar or walk down and tour the inside. Make sure to bring your camera – the views are incredible!
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Prague, Czech Republic
The 1989 Velvet Revolution that freed the Czechs from communism bequeathed to Europe a gem of a city to stand beside stalwarts such as Rome, Paris and London. Not surprisingly, visitors from around the world have come in droves, and on a hot summer's day it can feel like you’re sharing Charles Bridge with half of humanity. But even the crowds can’t take away from the spectacle of a 14th-century stone bridge, a hilltop castle and a lovely, lazy river – the Vltava – that inspired one of the most hauntingly beautiful pieces of 19th-century classical music, Smetana’s Moldau symphony.
Prague's art galleries may not have the allure of the Louvre, but Bohemian art offers much to admire, from the glowing Gothic altarpieces in the Convent of St Agnes, to the luscious art nouveau of Alfons Mucha, and the magnificent collection of 20th-century surrealists, cubists and constructivists in the Veletržní Palác. The weird and witty sculpture of David Černý punctuates Prague's public spaces, and the city itself offers a smorgasbord of stunning architecture, from the soaring verticals of Gothic and the exuberance of baroque to the sensual elegance of art nouveau and the chiselled cheekbones of cubist facades.
Prague's maze of cobbled lanes and hidden courtyards is a paradise for the aimless wanderer, always beckoning you to explore a little further. Just a few blocks away from the Old Town Square you can stumble across ancient chapels, unexpected gardens, cute cafes and old-fashioned bars with hardly a tourist in sight. One of the great joys of the city is its potential for exploration – neighbourhoods such as Vinohrady and Bubeneč can reward the urban adventurer with countless memorable cameos, from the setting sun glinting off church domes, to the strains of Dvořák wafting from an open window.
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Porto, Portugal
Porto’s charms are as subtle as the nuances of an aged tawny port, best savoured slowly on a romp through the hilly backstreets of Miragaia, Ribeira and Massarelos. It’s the quiet moments of reflection and the snapshots of daily life that you’ll remember most: the slosh of the Douro against the docks; the snap of laundry drying in river winds; the sound of port glasses clinking; the sight of young lovers discreetly tangled under a landmark bridge, on the rim of a park fountain, in the crumbling notch of a graffiti-blasted wall…
Beyond Porto’s alley-woven historic heart, contemporary architects have left their idiosyncratic stamp on the city’s skyline. Winging Porto into the 21st century is Álvaro Siza Vieira’s crisply minimalist Museu de Arte Contemporânea and Rem Koolhaas’ daringly iconic Casa da Música. Public art is everywhere, from azulejos (hand-painted tiles) glamming up the metro to street art tattooed across crumbling medieval walls. Costah and Hazul, who always work incognito, have blazed their patterns along the streets of the Aliados, Miragaia and Massarelos.
Porto holds you captive at its sky-high miradouros (lookouts) and on-trend roof terrace bars. From the Sé cathedral terrace and Gaia’s hilltop Jardim do Morro, the city is reduced to postcard format: a colourful tumbledown dream with soaring bell towers, extravagant baroque churches and stately beaux arts buildings. Equally ravishing is Jardins do Palácio de Cristal’s palm-fringed, fountain-speckled gardens. Even in the city's heart, seagulls soar on Atlantic breezes, and a rickety ride on tram 1 trundles to the wide open ocean in Foz do Douro in minutes.
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Kronach, Germany
Kronach is a place where you should have your camera ready.
If you like medieval Germany, this is one of the top spots to view it. Since very little of the town was damaged in World War II, everything is just waiting for you to see it.
It rises up from the junction of three rivers, like a cobble stoned and red-roofed bird. Layers of buildings wind up from the Hassblech’s banks to swirl gently toward the Rosenberg fortress. Vaulted doorways in the intact town wall help guide your steps right to it. It’s one of the largest intact medieval fortresses in the world.
You have a choice when it comes to viewing Kronach. You can start at the river shores and hike away, capturing the views from a distance, or you can capture the landscape from the towers of the fortress. Either way it’s a winning combination.
The smooth rivers aren’t all just for show. Kronach has history as a trade port, and you can do raft rides on the river in the old style. Or, you can leverage the other watery attraction, the Crana Mare. It’s an indoor/outdoor water playland for all ages, with heated pools, slides, splashdown areas, and spa attractions.
For more high-brow culture than splashing around, you will want to hit the museums. Kronach was the birthplace of Lucas Cranach the Elder, one of Germany’s most famous local painters. His work is on display in the fortress panel gallery. You can also check out the art inside the parish church, and the local branch of the Bavarian National Museum.
If you are there in the summer, try to catch one of the festivals. There is a carnival in mid-July, and a town festival in September. You can also see the re-enactment of the victory over Sweden by the town’s women, which is a fun costume event.
However, don’t think that the town lives entirely in the past. The streets may be winding and narrow, but the stones are fully wired and connected. Loewe, a German television and electronics company, is based here and is the largest local employer.
Kronach may relish and treasure its past, but it does have both feet headed firmly for the future.
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Bergen, Norway
Surrounded by seven hills and seven fjords, Bergen is a beguiling city. During the early Middle Ages, it was an important seaport and a member of the Hanseatic League, as well as Norway's capital – a heritage that can still be glimpsed in the beautifully preserved wooden buildings of Bryggen, now protected as a Unesco World Heritage site. Chocolate-box, clapperboard houses creep up the hillsides, ferries flit around the fjords, and a cluster of excellent art museums provide a welcome detour, and not only in case Bergen's notoriously fickle weather sets in. Meanwhile, a large student population ensures the city has a buzzy bar scene and nightlife, and easy access to nature means you're minutes away from complete tranquillity.
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Cartagena De Indias
Cartagena de Indias is the undisputed queen of the Caribbean coast, a historic city of superbly preserved beauty lying within an impressive 13km of centuries-old colonial stone walls. Cartagena's Old Town is a Unesco World Heritage Site – a maze of cobbled alleys, balconies covered in bougainvillea, and massive churches that cast their shadows across leafy plazas.
This is a place to drop all sightseeing routines. Instead of trying to tick off all the sights, just stroll through the Old Town day and night. Soak up the sensual atmosphere, pausing to ward off the brutal heat and humidity in one of the city's many excellent bars and restaurants.
Holding its own against Brazil's Ouro Preto and Peru's Cuzco for the continent's most enthralling and impressively preserved historic city, Cartagena is hard to walk away from – it seizes you in its aged clutches and refuses to let go.
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Subiaco, Italy
The town of Subiaco is located in the eastern Lazio region of central Italy, at the head of the Aniene valley, close to a hill about 400 meters above sea level, and across the slopes of the Simbruini mountains.
The medieval town, built on a rocky cliff, looks over the entire valley of the Aniene, where we find the Benedictine monasteries of the 'Sacro Speco' and 'St. Scholastica', the principal attractions of a visit.
At the entrance to Subiaco is the medieval bridge of S. Francesco, built by Abbot Adhemar in 1358 and with a single span reaching almost 40 metres. The tower at the end of the bridge historically controlled access to the city.
Across the river Aniene is the Church of S. Francis dating back to 1327 and built in the Romanesque-Gothic style. The interior of the church has a single nave covered by a trussed roof, with a great triumphal arch and a square choir.
Be sure to enter the church which contains frescoes of considerable importance, such as those by Giovanni Antonio Bazzi, called "Il Sodoma" (1477-1549), who painted a cycle of frescoes depicting the life of Mary, which concludes with the Passion of Christ.
In the church vault are paintings of the Evangelists and Christ the Redeemer while below there are some scenes in the ancient relief style and two pilasters with grotesques.
On the top of the hill above Subiaco we find the Rock abbey, which was a fortress and residence of the Popes and still dominates the town below.
The typical medieval district in Subiaco extends as far as the slopes of the Rock, with places of interest including the Church of St. Peter, with the Romanesque bell tower and the church of Our Lady of the Cross, with a single nave, oblong windows with pointed arches, and containing 14th century frescoes.
In the lower part of the town, on the left side of the river Aniene, is the church of St. Lorenzo, which according to tradition is the oldest in Subiaco.
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Plaza De Espana, Sevilla, Spain
Some cities blast you away, others slowly win you over. Seville disarms and seduces you. Its historic centre, lorded over by a colossal Gothic cathedral, is an intoxicating mix of resplendent Mudéjar palaces, baroque churches and winding medieval lanes. Flamenco clubs keep the intimacy and intensity of this centuries-old tradition alive whilst aristocratic mansions recall the city’s past as a showcase Moorish capital and, later, a 16th-century metropolis rich on the back of New World trade.
But while history reverberates all around, Seville is as much about the here and now as the past. It’s about eating tapas in a crowded bar or seeing out the end of the day over a drink on a buzzing plaza. The sevillanos have long since mastered the art of celebrating and the city’s great annual festivals, notably the Semana Santa and Feria de Abril, are among Spain’s most heartfelt.
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Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona contains both the authentically historic and the wildly bizarre. From the scenic trails of the colorful Park Güell to the romantic narrow alleys of Barri Gòtic; from the beachside nightclubs to the city's dozens of sacred churches and architectural marvels, this city by the sea seems to attract all types: the adventurer, the couple, the partier, the culture lover – and more – with an almost overwhelming variety of things to do. You could stay for a few days, but chances are you'll need a whole week to explore.
In Barcelona, even the beach is bustling, but it's really the cosmopolitan city that gets all the attention. Much of the activity revolves around Las Ramblas, a series of narrow streets and alleys packed with restaurants, nightclubs and a vibrant pedestrian market. But you should also take a tour of Antoni Gaudí's masterpieces; Gaudí is responsible for sites like Casa Milà, Casa Batlló and La Sagrada Familia. You also shouldn't miss out on the eclectic shopping scene and the region's exquisite food and wine.
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Charcoal drinks?
A Charcoal is a gorgeous (and expensive) Japanese restaurant located in Shanghai Centre. This restaurant has a simple but elegant ambience, perfect for a romantic date or a meeting that requires privacy.
Menus are in English, Japanese and Chinese. So many seafood 🦞 and meat 🥩 options to chose is hard to decide. Also, you will spend minimum 350 RMB in a dinner, of two dishes and no drinks. Drinks are mostly sold in bottle, so add a couple more hundreds. Presentation of the dishes is gorgeous, mostly focused on wangyu barbecue.
Although everything looked delicious, I went for a simple beer and a daifuku (also called daifukumochi, popular Japanese cakes made from a chewy glutinous rice). Very simple but also very good. Not sure if I’ll come back again, too expensive for me.
📍 Shanghai Centre, No.1376, Nanjing West Road Dongfeng Floor 1 Unit 122, Jing'an
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A romantic date with Mexican brunch
Pistolera is a popular Mexican food restaurant in Shanghai. This branch is the new location for West Nanjing, next to the Portman Ritz-Carlton hotel.
During the day, Pistolera is a great restaurant to visit for brunch. Very little people and delicious food, during the night it becomes a crowded and fun place to hangout with your friends. If you like to consider a brunch date (specially if is a blind date), this is a perfect spot. Gives you the privacy you want, in a safe location (for inside the building and many people moving around).
My favorite dish in Pistolera is the Tortilla soup, a taste from home. Any margarita jar is great for your brunch, to keep the conversation going without drinking too much. Now, if you want dessert, go for the churros with ice cream 🍨. Very sweet, but very good!
📍 No.1266, Nanjing West Road Jing’an
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Songjiang quest: Craving for pizza?
Closer to Songjiang downtown you find Shihuite Chengyuan Commercial Plaza. Papa John’s Pizza is located in 1F (do not confuse with B1), although is easy to spot from the street due to its “Pizza” sign. Even if you are not thinking in pizza, you can’t stop thinking about it once you see it.
Papa John’s is a popular franchise worldwide, nevertheless many people think food is same in every restaurant or country. Well, is not. This particular restaurant in bigger than others you can find in Shanghai, probably the only pizza restaurant in the area. Songjiang branch offers different pizzas 🍕, fried chicken 🍗 , spaghetti 🍝, BQQ options, some pizza quesadillas (pic) and most meals are a Chinese adaptation of Italian food.
Despite the popular name, like will happen with many restaurants in China, try to think in this restaurants like a gastronomic fusion. If you open your mind, you will realize food different, and quite good. This place had little people inside, but many order by delivery. Also, this particular restaurant has a small section for children.
📍Rongmei Road No.518, Songjiang
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Songjiang quest: Night visit to Shihuite
Closer to Songjiang downtown you find Shihuite Chengyuan Commercial Plaza. This plaza is a bit small than Wanda Plaza or shopping malls near Gold Street, However, there are a few special details about this mall.
More than a shopping mall, this commercial center has few options for adventurous people: trampoline (pic 3), indoor skateboard 🛹 area (pic 4) and a martial arts 🥋 small academy in 2F. Skate area is in B1, just under the circus 🎪 like awning.
This commercial plaza has few resting areas, beautiful to visit during the night. Few restaurants, clothing shops and bakeries are located along 1F. If you walk for a few minutes you will find Songjiang downtown. During the day, there is a close by park you can visit too.
📍Rongmei Road No.518, Songjiang
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Songjiang quest: Huanghe water front
Songjiang district is under urban upgrade project and green developments of the city. If you visit Songjiang, you see this area is surrounded by many rivers, channels (52) and new waterfronts.
Huanghe waterfront is located along the main road, next to important building complexes of apartments, commercial malls and hotels. This waterfront provides such a gorgeous view, and allows you to go for a short walk to refresh your mind. Like a little bubble in of nature when you only have a few minutes to spare.
At any given moment of the day you can see people enjoying walks, exercises or even jogging (although I don’t think they have enough space, maybe just add the waterfront to their jogging route). This front is located a few minutes from the Wulonghu park, if you take the main road (Rongyue Rd) and move South. If not, you have the option to visit the Gold Street just across the street for shopping or enjoying a nice meal.
📍 Huangdubang Road, along Rongyue Road, Songjiang
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