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Rome

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Milan

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germany

Hamburg

181 spots

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denmark

Copenhagen

147 spots

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netherlands

Rotterdam

146 spots

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New York

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Tirana

166 spots

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Yerevan

142 spots

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Beirut

179 spots

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Lisbon

206 spots

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belgium

Brussels

293 spots

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netherlands

Utrecht

43 spots

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Hamilton Crescent

Historic Sports Club in Glasgow

Hamilton Crescent, home to the world’s first international football match, is a historic, peaceful ground where cricket, memories, and heritage live on.

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Fraser

Strachan

Apr 23, 2025

dripBAR

Innovative slow-drip drinks in St.Pauli

Hidden in St. Pauli, dripBAR crafts slow-drip cocktails with bold flavors in a cozy lounge — ring the bell, sip something unique, and enjoy the popcorn.

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Sebastiana

Turra

Apr 22, 2025

Koppel 66

A Creative Hideaway in St. Georg

Koppel 66 invites you to slow down and explore. It is a place full of character, creativity, and charm. Once discovered, it is hard to forget.

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Schlutius

Apr 17, 2025

Cafe Grano

Cultural & Delicious

Cafe Grano in Burbank blends cozy vibes, brain-fueling smoothies, and creative buzz — perfect for working, chilling, and soaking in the local film culture.

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Douroux

Apr 16, 2025

Western Serdica Gate

Hidden Archaeological Park

Need a peaceful break in central Sofia? Discover the quiet charm of the hidden Archaeological Park Western Gate of Serdica with its rich in history.

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Tsvetomira

Filipova

Apr 15, 2025

Jardín de Ayora

Charming modernist garden

Jardín de Ayora in València is a lush 19th-century garden with a modernist palace, fountains, ceramic benches, and over 40 tree species.

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Maribel

Agudo

Apr 15, 2025

Begijnhof

Transporting You to Medieval Times

Step into Antwerp's Begijnhof, a peaceful 16th-century courtyard once home to unmarried women. A quiet, blooming escape in the city’s heart.

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Daphne

Lenders

Apr 9, 2025

Sweetway

The sweetest place in town!

Sweetway in Frederiksberg is a dreamy dessert spot known for its cookies, cakes & shakes. Don’t miss their gooey, filled-core cookies!

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Penelope

Diamante

Apr 10, 2025

Brownie Coffee

The garden of your dreams

Hidden in Madrid’s Salamanca district, Brownie’s café offers a Parisian-style courtyard, specialty coffee by Hola Coffee, and a cozy mix of fashion and flavors.

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Elena

Quintero

Apr 4, 2025

Theater Stok

Intimate stage in former wine cellar

A historic 18th-century building hosts an intimate theater in a former wine cellar, offering a unique mix of performances, music, and cabaret.

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Sima Woessner

Apr 2, 2025

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