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.
Many travelers who have visited Barcelona in the past will recall staying in a cute apartment, either in Barceloneta close to the beach, or in the historic or modernist neighborhoods. Regrettably, by 2028 it will no longer be possible to book a vacation rental as, in an effort to address overtourism, the city plans to ban vacation rentals in Barcelona. However, it...
Set to sail from August 31 to September 7, 2024, Princess Cruises has announced an exclusive VIP package for its The Love Boat-themed cruise on the Enchanted Princess. Meanwhile, this special cruise offers super fans of the show a chance to meet and mingle with some of the beloved characters, including Doc, Gopher, Isaac and Vicki Stubing on a cruise to New England...
Currently, construction is ongoing for a new airport in Crete, Greece. While it is projected to be the second largest in the country, construction had to be paused after archaeologists made an amazing discovery. According to the archaeologists, the find is “extremely interesting” and likely dates back 4,000 years. Originally, this was to be the site of the airport’s...
As noted by the 1959 movie, Some Like It Hot, but to many of us, the extreme heat in summer is hard to handle, with heatwave after heatwave making Europe sizzle. It’s only June, and the temperatures are rising, so make sure you know how to handle the heatwaves of 2024. How to handle the heatwaves of summer in Europe As international travelers head to Europe, the...
Many travelers experienced the 2024 total solar eclipse and now, many more will be able to watch the 2026 eclipse from the decks of a cruise ship. Atlas Ocean Voyages is adding stargazing workshops for its guests as well as 2026 total solar eclipse expeditions. Read on to find out more about Atlas’ Cultural Expeditions. Atlas Ocean Voyages to offer stargazing...
Located in the lush cloud forest and mountaintops of the Monteverde Reserve in Costa Rica, Hotel Belmar is excited to support the LGBTQI+ community this summer by offering 2024 Live & Proud events. Meanwhile, on June 22, the hotel invites visitors to participate in the LGBTQI+ workshop titled “LGBTQI+ Social Activism, Empowerment and Leadership in Rural...
Riding through beautiful landscapes on horseback has been a great choice for many years. However, equestrian tourism is so much more than that. In recent years tour companies across Spain are developing the type of tourism where you can enjoy visiting regions of great natural beauty and historic value accompanied by one of the noblest animals. Read on to find out...
Besides gambling, Las Vegas is well known for its entertainment industry and the city’s MGM Grand debuts The FRIENDS Experience later in 2024. The hotel is now part of the MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy and will be the West Coast flagship location of the exciting show as the sitcom marks its 30th anniversary. MGM Grand to debut The FRIENDS Experience in Las...
Fans of the Vikings TV show would appreciate these fascinating Viking fortresses, located across Denmark. Aggersborg, Borgring, Fyrkat, Nonnebakken, and Trelleborg are now attracting a lot of interest after they were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. The monumental, ring-shaped strongholds have the same uniform, geometric design, which reveals the strategic...
It’s only June, but we can already feel a hot summer coming up in Florida but Club Wyndham plans to help travelers keep cool in its new Antarctica-inspired suite. SeaWorld is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year and is working in partnership with Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort to give travelers a cool stay in the summer heat. Read on to find out more...