Travel Writing

India loves to talk big about tourism. Leaders say it could supercharge the economy and bring in billions. But the numbers tell a different story. Right now, Indians spend more money traveling abroad than what foreign visitors leave behind. And this gap keeps growing.

At first glance, Almaty feels like a contradiction. It’s no longer the capital of Kazakhstan, yet it still carries the air of one. It’s modern and cosmopolitan, yet shaded with apple orchards and tree-lined boulevards. It’s a city of finance and commerce, but its greatest gift to visitors is silence, the kind you find at the foot of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains when the sun dips and the snow-peaks catch fire in evening light.

Greece at night is more than just "party until morning" (though there’s plenty of that). It’s the mix: music, food, sea breeze, friends, local drinks, and a backdrop of lights. You can pick what you want, high-energy dance floors, low-key tavernas with live music, or somewhere in between. Which city or island you choose will shape what your nights feel like.

There’s something undeniably enchanting about stepping onto a train at dusk and awakening in a different country as the sun rises. For travelers seeking adventure, nostalgia, and sustainability, Europe’s renaissance of sleeper trains presents an irresistible invitation. Let’s journey through seven of the continent’s most memorable overnight rail experiences—where every mile brings new sights, stories, and the promise of waking up somewhere wonderful.

If you’ve lived in Prague for years, you might think you know every cobblestone, every alley, and every story this city holds. But what if there’s more to discover? A guided tour with Prague City Tourism might just surprise you—even if you call this city home.