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Museum tours, canal cruise, and guided walking tours are some examples of popular sightseeing tours among tourists, especially in European countries. However, if you’re looking for a breath of fresh air or something off the beaten path, we can recommend three unusual tours you can sign up for in Europe. 1. Turin Chocolate Tour Now, this is a tour that chocoholics can’t afford to miss when they go on a European tour . Famous for its confectionery, patisserie, and chocolate shops, Turin is a large city in northwestern Italy known as the city that gave the world the first saleable hard chocolate, as well as Italy’s most iconic car, the Fiat. Take a self-guided chocolate tasting tour of Turin's famed chocolatiers where you can taste delicious specialty chocolates and learn about the importance of chocolate in this European city. 2. Paris Underground Explore the other side of one of the most romantic European cities, Paris, on this unusual tour to the underground part of the city. And b...

Looking for a new destination in Europe to explore in the future? Look no further than Finland!  The country's many cultural and historical attractions, along with the unspoiled natural surroundings make it an ideal destination to travel to. 1. Suomenlinna Fortress A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Suomenlinna Fortress is one of the most iconic landmarks in Finland and one of the biggest tourist attractions in Europe. This sea fortress was built gradually from 1748 onwards by the Swedes (back when Finland was still a Swedish territory) on a group of islands belonging to the district of Helsinki. It takes just a 15-minute mini-cruise ride from Helsinki’s Market Square to reach the fortress, so don’t miss out on this amazing site when you travel Europe here. 2. Rovaniemi Rovaniemi is the capital of Lapland which was entirely destroyed during World War II. However, today it’s a modern city that lies right on the Arctic Circle, making it the gateway to the Arctic, besides being popular as...

If you’ve never visited a MATTA fair before, you might be wondering about the types of packages available and offered by the participating travel agencies . Here’s all that you should know about the package types, what they include, and how they are different from one another. All-inclusive package One of the most famous package types during the MATTA fair, an all-inclusive package is where everything is included in the price you pay—flights, accommodation, attractions, three meals per day, as well as snacks and drinks. All-inclusive packages are probably best for travelers who are not fussy about arrangements and prefer to leave the planning to travel agencies to avoid the stress. Full board package A full board package is one where breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included in the price. However, any drinks or snacks outside of these mealtimes are not covered and will cost extra. Not to be confused with all-inclusive, some travel agencies do not include flights, transportation, accom...

Besides the duty-free shopping, Langkawi’s beautiful beaches are the next best reason to travel to this tropical island in the north of Malaysia. Island hopping tour is undoubtedly one of the most popular excursions for those on a holiday in Langkawi. Here are three islands that holiday packages typically take travelers to. 1. Pulau Dayang Bunting Like a scene from the movies, Pulau Dayang Bunting is a beautiful freshwater lake surrounded by tall mountains that are covered with lush green forests. This lake was actually formed when a large underwater cave collapsed many decades ago, and the scenic view here has pulled crowds from all over the world. Pulau Dayang Bunting, which is literally translated to “Island of the Pregnant Lady”, is also a part of UNESCO World Heritage Geoparks in Malaysia. If the name of this place makes you curious, it’s actually named after the outline of a woman who is approximately 7 months pregnant lying on her back that you can see when you look at the mount...

Since Malaysia is a melting pot of so many different cultures and traditions, there can never be enough time to explore the entire country. Fortunately, tour packages can help with your pursuit. Check out these one-of-a-kind tour packages around Malaysia that you can consider for your next trip. 1. The Dutch Heritage Trails Tour There’s nothing like the Dutch Heritage Trails Tour of Malacca to bring travelers on a historic journey to experience the heritage, legacy, and culture of Malacca. Malaysia, and Malacca in particular were colonized by various colonizers for over four centuries. Through this 2km Dutch Heritage Trails Tour, you can witness traces of colonization, particularly the remnants of old Dutch buildings and its influences over Malacca. Learn more about the history of this beautiful city by booking this Malaysia tour package . 2. Semenggoh Orangutan Rehabilitation Center Semenggoh Orangutan Rehabilitation Center is one of Malaysia’s best-known sanctuaries for Borneo’s enda...

In this modern age of Instagram, aesthetically pleasing sights have become a necessity when choosing a destination to travel to. If you’re planning to travel Malaysia , fret not because this beautiful country has plenty of Instagrammable spots! We’ve highlighted some places that you can visit during your trip. 1. Wonderfood Museum, Penang Are you both a foodie and a selfie enthusiast? Make your way to Penang’s Wonderfood Museum, where you can find larger-than-life replicas of Malaysia’s most celebrated icon—food! Just a five-minute walk from Queen Victoria Memorial Clocktower Penang, Wonderfood Museum offers you a unique opportunity to tour around the country’s one-of-a-kind food culture. Make your travel even more memorable with pictures with displays like roti canai , cendol , nasi kandar and kuih muih ! 2. BOH Tea Plantation, Cameron Highlands Founded in 1929, the BOH Tea Plantation is a must-visit for those who love tranquility and picture-perfect scenery of a vast green hill. Cam...