Anne is a freelance writer and travel writer who has spent much of her life in southern Africa (Malawi, Zimbabwe and South Africa) and is now living on the Costa del Sol in southern Spain.
No matter where Americans live, the Fourth of July is an important date to be celebrated. When it comes to Americans living on the Costa del Sol in southern Spain, they get to celebrate at the “Stars & Stripes” Independence Day party in Benalmádena. Live music by some of the coast’s top entertainers accompanies an afternoon of typical USA cuisine. ‘Stars &...
We’re not sure how police can regulate this new rule but Spain is planning to fine tourists €750 ($805) for peeing in the ocean. Maybe someone standing in the waves with a self-satisfied expression on their face could give them away? Meanwhile, in other areas of Spain, you are not allowed to swim in the sea after midnight. Are local Spanish authorities going too far...
Take a break from your stay in busy Málaga by heading to EcoDomos Málaga, an icon of sustainable tourism among rich biodiversity. Located in the Casabermeja municipality, close to the Montes de Málaga Natural Park, EcoDomos Málaga is committed to sustainable tourism. As noted in Diario Sur, the beautiful domes provide all modern conveniences while allowing guests to...
In the last couple of years, train travel has taken off as a greener way to go. More high-speed trains are running now than ever before, plus old-fashioned sleeper trains are coming back with a vengeance. However, for any traveler who is blasé about train journeys, there is one unique choice on offer in Wuppertal in Germany. Read on to learn more about the suspension...
Rather like other towns in Spain and Italy, the small town of Götene in Sweden is running out of residents. The town has an aging population and a low birth rate, so now it is trying to attract residents by selling land for 10 cents a square meter (around 10 square feet). Have you been thinking of moving to Sweden? Read on to find out what this is all about. Götene...
Each year since 2009, the white village of Macharaviaya in the Axarquia area of Malaga Province in Spain, celebrates America’s Independence. For US travelers visiting the area this year, there will also be a celebration in the coastal town of Nerja. Why does Macaraviaya celebrate American Independence and why is the celebration also happening in the beautiful coastal...
The temperatures seem to soar higher each year, and certain European countries are already reporting extreme temperatures While it’s only June, some nations are recording temperatures as high as 43°C (109°F), leading to travelers being warned to take care. Among the warnings for tourists is to stay hydrated and spend time in shaded or air-conditioned environments...
Once the schools are out, parents start to plan for the best family vacations in the summer of 2024. There are certain factors to bear in mind that make a destination great for parents and kids, including family-friendly accommodations and attractions suitable for the little ones. Alternatively, when traveling with teenagers, other considerations apply. However, the...
Having recently entered summer, Walt Disney World has chosen this time to reveal details for the 2024 Winter Holiday Celebrations. Of course, the holidays are hugely popular too. While celebrating Halfway to the Holidays, Walt Disney World is announcing several new and returning offerings for the upcoming winter holiday celebrations and events. Upcoming winter...
Anyone dreaming of living under the Tuscan sun in Italy can now apply to be paid to move there. In the latest news, Tuscany is offering applicants the chance to receive from €10,000 ($10,724) to €30,000 ($32,172) to buy a house in a quaint mountain town. Why is this Italian region making such a generous offer? Read on to find out more. This Italian region will pay...