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The top five must-do’s in Vilnius, Lithuania’s Captivating Capital

Vilnius is remarkable, yet for a city that has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, European City of Culture and one of the 25 Global Cities of the Future, it remains perplexingly under appreciated. Yet those who venture to Lithuania’s capital city will find a place that not only honors tradition and celebrates history, but has one eye firmly planted on the future. So, as you plan your trip to Lithuania’s capital city, here’s 5 things you absolutely must do while in Vilnius.

1. Walk with your head on a swivel
Vilnius is, by most metrics, a small city, which means it’s the perfect opportunity to give your legs some work. While trams, buses and taxis abound, undoubtedly the best way to see the city is on foot. Whether you’re perusing the magnificent Old Town and its cobbled streets (one of the largest in Northern Europe) or strolling along the Vilnia River surrounded by lush forest, it’s your feet that will best connect you to the soul of the city and its people. Yet, be sure to keep your head on a swivel, Vilnius is famous for its beautiful baroque architecture that adorns nearly every nook and cranny.

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In addition to this shift, there is a need for more intensive, slower and more unifying travel. For many, solo travel proves to be the perfect way to achieve this – it offers the opportunity to trust your instincts, follow your gut feeling and lose yourself in the experience. You rely on yourself rather than on the whims or desires of others.

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Discovering Thailand’s Hidden Gems: Exploring Trang Province and Islands

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