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London

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spain

Madrid

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france

Paris

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germany

Hamburg

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Boston

130 spots

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netherlands

Amsterdam

166 spots

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estonia

Tallinn

114 spots

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albania

Tirana

167 spots

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mexico

Mexico City

148 spots

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egypt

Cairo

120 spots

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portugal

Lisbon

208 spots

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Athens

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Almaty

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KöD

Danish Steakhouse

KöD brings a Scandinavian touch to London’s steak scene. Tucked in a quiet courtyard near Liverpool Street, it serves tasty steaks with a Nordic charm.

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Helena

Homsi

Aug 26, 2025

Cartolerie Internazaionali

Stationary&Art Supply

Cartoleria Internazionali, one of Rome’s oldest stationery shops, offers notebooks, pens & art supplies — a charming stop between Campo de’ Fiori and Trastevere.

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Sarah

O'Connell

Aug 26, 2025

Six Coffee+Wine

Hot chocolate by the stream

Six Coffee + Wine in Almaty is more than a café, it has a streamside terrace, cozy modern interior, quality pastries, coffee, rich hot chocolate and wine!

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Raj

Gire

Aug 25, 2025

Tallinn Upper Lighthouse

Tallinn from a new angle

Tallinn Upper Lighthouse is one of Estonia’s oldest, with 182 steps, a balcony, and breathtaking panoramic views of the city and the beautiful sea!

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Inna

Kirillova

Aug 25, 2025

Klautereiland (Zuidhaven)

Climbing for kids

Bouldering with kids in Utrecht? Zuidhaven’s Klautereiland offers child-friendly climbing, slides and tunnels, plus a cozy café and lounge for parents.

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Laura

Brosi

Aug 25, 2025

Rijksmuseum's gardens

Quiet gardens

Amid Amsterdam’s busy centre, the Rijksmuseum gardens offer a calm oasis with seasonal flowers, fountains, art exhibitions, and a peaceful spots to relax.

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Dana

Marin

Aug 25, 2025

Vítkov

Alternative view of Prague

Locals love the view from Vítkov Hill, home to Jan Žižka’s statue and the best sunset panorama of Prague, free to visit and crowd-free. Ready to climb?

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Michal

Lebl

Aug 15, 2025

Yerablur Pantheon

A Nation’s Grief

Yerablur Pantheon in Yerevan honors Armenian soldiers lost in recent wars, symbolizing the nation’s deep grief and collective sorrow and sacrifice.

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Davit

Ohanjanyan

Aug 14, 2025

Lloyd Lake

A Peaceful Escape in San Francisco

Lloyd Lake in Golden Gate Park is a peaceful escape with the historic Portals of the Past — a quiet and calm spot to relax and enjoy San Francisco’s charm.

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Kathleen

Messmer

Aug 13, 2025

La Bête Noire

Coffee, croque, cool quiet

La Bête Noire is a quietly excellent café in Eimsbüttel. They roast their own coffee, serv croques and granola, and invite you to sit outisde and linger.

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Marie-Louise

Schlutius

Aug 7, 2025

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