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The History of Fika (With the Best Places to Enjoy the Swedish Ritual)

If you think fika is just coffee and cake, you’re missing the point. In Sweden, this centuries-old ritual more than just a caffeine fix. It’s a social check-in, a cultural anecdote against hurry and a productivity-at-all-costs mi...

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The enchanting city of Budapest in the winter

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Best European Cities to Visit in Winter

Dec 5, 2022

Whether you're looking to broaden your horizons with new holiday traditions, world-class museum galleries to wander, or just ready to relax with a warm winter cocktail in hand, Europe has a wealth of cities that offer something f... Read More

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World Book Day: Celebrating Context Travel Experts' Literary Gems

Apr 16, 2025

At Context Travel, our mission thrives on connecting curious travelers to the world’s richest histories and cultures, and our experts embody that through their tours and their writing.From medieval Prague to Renaissance Florence,... Read More

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