Tangier, the name alone evokes wonder, intrigue and mystery. A far cry from Morocco’s financial capital Casablanca, which although another amazing destination, has changed dramatically from its exotic depiction in the famous film of the same name. Tangier has objectively retained much more of its mystique. The city has a history of over three millennia, […]
Nestled among the highest peaks in Europe, Zermatt, Switzerland, is a haven for anyone who’s ever dreamed of skiing through incredible natural scenery. That being said, this small Swiss village is so much more than it first appears. Between jaw-dropping excursions, indulgent spas, and even fine dining, there’s enough things to do in Zermatt that […]
One of Bratislava’s many nicknames is the “Little Big City,” and with its hundreds of years of history and culture packed into such a small area, it’s easy to see why. Every inch of the city carries a certain weight to it, and this weight elevates even the smallest action. An act as simple as […]
It would be a shame to write off Seoul as simply another Asian mega city. While it is true the South Korean capital has historically been influenced by neighbors China and Japan, the Seoul that exists today is a unique cultural powerhouse that has embraced its past even while it looks towards the future. Shopping […]
The Australian mainland has no shortage of wilderness excursions, from venturing through the Outback to diving the Great Barrier Reef. These are solid options, to be sure, but if you’re looking to get away from the traditional tourist circuits, one of your best options is to head below Down Under to the island of Tasmania. […]
Croatia boasts an incredible 1777 km of uninterrupted mainland coastline. This length more than doubles when counting the coastline of the additional 1200 plus islands and archipelagos off the coast. The Dalmatian coast ranks as the first tourist magnet with its gorgeous beaches, rugged islands (Rab, Pag, Hvar and Brac to name the main ones) […]
There is no place quite like Venice. Built on 118 small islands, divided in six districts (called sestieri) its very existence is a testament to human ingenuity. This thousand year old floating city has uncountable places to visit and secrets to uncover. But lets cover some bases and assume we have only one day. This […]
Corsica is a land of strong contrasts. Although nominally part of France, don’t dare call these islanders French and although more culturally similar to Italians, at most they feel more connected to the more isolated neighbouring island of Sardinia than with mainland Italy. Corsicans are fiercely independent but at the same time the island’s main […]
The first time I visited Lalibela I was seven, Ethiopia was a quite different then. But things are changing. Despite its troubled past, Ethiopia is on the rise, the nation is the second most populous African nation and the continents fastest growing economy. The country’s tourism potential is enormous, and its many landmarks are known […]
Family vacations are an ideal way to bond with your children and teach them about the real values of traveling. While the experience is priceless, every else costs. Let’s see how to save some money and still have that dream vacation. Kids don’t care for fancy foods and restaurants. Still, it doesn’t mean you have […]