To say that Gibraltar is a unique place would be an understatement. How else would you describe a British exclave in the far southern reaches of the Spanish province of Andalusia, with a view of both Europe and Africa, settled by a singular melting pot of people, overlooked by a giant massif populated by monkeys. […]
Melbourne was once a tiny encampment of European immigrants (and not convicts like many believe) looking for riches in the many mines that dot the state of Victoria. Today it is a cosmopolitan alpha city, often called the most “European” city of Australia due to its incredibly high rates of Irish, Italian, and Greek immigration […]
Belgium as a country often doesn’t get the praise it deserves. This small country locked between France, Germany and the Netherlands has to contend with some touristic heavy hitters and is often the butt of “who in their right mind would go there intentionally” jokes (if you’ve seen the movie “In Bruges”, you’ll know what […]
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, […]
It may be hard to believe now, but Ocho Rios was once little more than a sleepy Jamaican fishing town. Though that image is at odds with the tourist hotspot it has become, there’s still more charm and serenity in the town than you might expect. Yes, the list of things to do in Ocho […]
Apulia is the region in Southern Italy that occupies the heel of the peninsula. It is known for the dazzling blue sea of the Salento, the rugged white cliffs of the Gargano and the interior made of rolling hills and sun scorched plains scattered with olive groves, vineyards and masserie (the name of old farmhouses […]
Located near the northernmost point of Borneo, the Malaysian city of Kota Kinabalu is one of the premiere destinations the island has to offer. Beautiful, luxurious, and incredibly safe, the city plays home to some of the best things to do in Kota Kinabalu Borneo. Whether it’s orangutan encounters, hiking up a mountain, or soaking […]
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. […]
While there are plenty of wild places to visit in Australia – and many along its eastern shores – sometimes it’s nice to have adventures a little closer to civilization. If you’re looking for a vacation from your vacation, or if you’re simply searching for something a bit different to do in Australia, Gold Coast […]
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) […]