Techraveller

My journey in Italy began with a visit to the city of Naples, known as Napoli in Italian. Naples is an ideal base camp for day trips to Capri, Pompeii, or the Amalfi Coast. While in Naples, I decided to explore Capri and Pompeii. The decision was simple because the photos scattered across the internet showcased the beauty of Capri with its azure blue sea, and my curiosity about the ancient city of Pompeii, which was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

During the summer vacation of 2018, I decided to travel to Indonesia. This time, I chose Qatar Airways as my airline to return to Indonesia. However, there were no direct flights from Stockholm to Jakarta, so typically, this flight would have a layover in Doha. This flight usually takes around 18 hours, which is why layovers are common for this route. Why did I choose a 36-hour layover instead of the 2-hour layover with Qatar Airways? Well, at that time, Qatar Airways was offering a free stay in a 5-star hotel for passengers with layovers longer than 12 hours.

Prague was the last city on our travel route during the spring of 2018, following Budapest and Vienna. When we arrived, we were immediately transported back in time. Prague is a city that didn't suffer extensive damage during World War II, and as a result, its old-town atmosphere remains remarkably authentic. Narrow streets and closely packed houses are the main features of Prague 1. Prague 1 encompasses the Old Town area of Prague and is the place with the highest concentration of foreign tourists. If you visit this city, try to find accommodation in the Prague 1 area.

After exploring Budapest, I headed to my next destination, Vienna. What I know about the capital of Austria is its famous opera performances that are said to be a must-see. Additionally, upon arriving here, I noticed the grand Baroque Architecture buildings standing proudly throughout the city of Vienna.

Budapest was the first city I visited on this spring trip. What made me interested in coming here is its affordability compared to Stockholm and the many hot baths offered by the city; it's no wonder Budapest is called the City of Spas. Interestingly, despite the absence of volcanic activity around Budapest like volcanoes, the city has many thermal springs that have been utilized by the Romans since the 1st century.