Snow White, Cinderella, Hansel & Gretel, Dauntless Little John, Sleeping Beauty or Tom Thumb are some of the famous characters from the fairytales written by the Grimm Brothers. We all know these tales; we have read or hear them when we were kids, they blew up our imagination to distant places where kindly fairies, handsome princes and princesses or evil queens lived.

Now you can live your own adventure again following the Fairytales route in Germany, which will make your childhood dreams come true.

About 600 kilometers, from Bremen to Hanau, through charming villages and enchanted forests that will take you to an atmosphere from the 19th century and the landscapes where the main characters from the fairy tales lived adventures and misadventures.

The route follows emblematic sites like Hanau, the city where Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm, the worldwide famous writers who create the most well known fairytales, were born. At the center of the Market Square, in Hanau, there is a significant monument in their honor.

The trip also passes by Kassel, the route’s main village, where many of the fairytales take place and you can also find a museum dedicated to the Grimm brothers, the Sababurg castle in Hofgeismar – linked to the Sleeping Beauty’s tale -, Bremen – from Town Musicians of Bremen -, the city of Polle – where the story of Cinderella takes place – or the city of Hamelin, where the famous flutist enchanted kids and rats with his music.

This route is especially recommended for families but also to grownups that retain their childhood’s spirit. Get ready to this magic trip that starts with a “Once upon a time…”

Picture by Christoph Runge

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By Tensi Sánchez from actitudesmgz.com

Lisbon is changing. In it´s streets you can smell art and culture wherever you go. The new generations want to show to the rest of the world the greatness of the capital and the economical situation won´t be able to make the ilusion flater. LX Factory is the best example of how in times of crisis the best and most creative ideas can appear.

Alcantara was an industrial area in the XIX century located under the 25of April bridge, but nowadays this zone represents the hotest cultural area in the city. The 23.000 square meters space was meant to be demolished thanks to the Alcantara XXI project to turn it into a multipurpose area. But recession delayed the regeneration and Mainside agency took advantage of the decadent and industrial atmosphere, to rent corner for 12 euro the square meter for young artists and entrepeneurs.

The result? A huge space in which almost 80 companies related with culture, literature, art, fashion and design gather, to offer the most underground and Berlin style experience. The prizes are affordable and anybody can enjoy the hipster atmosphere.

The must places are the Cantina: an old workers dining room which incluyes food for vegetarians and or the breathtaking three floor Ler Devagar bookstore. In the night going to Lollipop disco it is a good option as long as you are included in the guests list. But there is always a chance to go to La Sala de las Columnas where different kinas of deejays will play music for a memorable night.

The Open day is an event which is held twice a year and organizates different workshops and expositions.

A different and magical place, that speaks for itself about a new Lisbon that is rosing form it´s ashes. A city that albergates the most contemporanean culture without leaving appart tradition.

By Tensi Sánchez  from actitudesmgz.com

Photos by Ricardo Junqueira

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It won’t disappoint – it woos and seduces you slowly; as slowly as its spectacular sunsets. Unforgettable nightfalls that remain in one’s mind’s eye forever. The sun rises and sets everywhere around the world. It is a natural event that forms part of our everyday existence. But, there is a place where dusk is the most eagerly awaited sight of the day. The crowning moment on the island of Santorini.

Its sunsets are famous around the world, but you have to know where to position yourself to get the best view of a natural event that has become a daily phenomenon in Santorini. Thira, the capital of Santorini, is one of the customary spots to view the sunset; all you have to do is go down one of its winding streets. Of course, you should get there at least an hour before the estimated sunset time to mark out your viewing spot. There are dozens of ideally located bars where you can view the event while sipping a glass of wine to background music. But, be warned – the prices can be exorbitant.

For many, Oia is undoubtedly the best place to see the sunset in Santorini. However, Thira and Oia vie with each other for being the best spots for sundown watching. Frankly, both vantage points afford an equally pleasant view. However, Oia has a privileged siting for this purpose in the guise of Oia Castle. Luckily, you can get in for free, so you don’t need to spend so much at a bar with views of the sunset. The downside is that you can’t always secure a good spot, so you need to get there early – it is usually quite crowded.

There is, however, another place in Santorini where the sun bids its farewell to the Aegean in style. On the south side of the island, on the road that leads to the Akrotiri lighthouse, there are some public viewpoints, as well as a number of bars suitably adapted for the purpose which are perhaps less crowded than Thira or Oia. If you get more than two chances to see the sunsets on Santorini, the south of the island is clearly the more comfy spot.

Text and images by Eddy Lara Brito (Destinos Actuales)

You can travel with friends, as a couple, with the family... yes, we know that it's nice to share experiences, but those of us who love travelling recommend that everyone should travel alone at least once in a lifetime! Why? You can get around without having to wait for anyone, make your own decisions and choices, get away from it all... In short, you will be your sole companion. Which are the best places for this? Here is a list of destinations for travelling alone.