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.
Park Güell is second only to the Sagrada Familia in popularity in Barcelona, Spain. Both are the incredible work of the late Antoni Gaudí, the famed Catalan Modernist architect. However, locals in the La Salut neighborhood of the city have had enough of hordes of tourists using their bus 116 route on the way to Park Güell. They have complained for years about sharing...
People in most cities in the world have experienced the minor crime of pickpocketing, but when it comes to Europe, some countries have the worst statistics in Europe. While surrounded by hundreds of people in the busy travel season, tourists often have their wallets or cameras lifted. As a general rule, travelers should always ensure their valuables are out of...
During the working week, most of us are happy when we reach ‘hump day’ and are halfway to the weekend, but Southwest Airlines is making Wednesdays even more fun. Starting May, 1, those seeking a getaway or last-minute trip can visit the airline’s website on ‘Wanna Go Wednesdays.’ This way, they can grab the airline’s lower fares for that weekend getaway or vacation...
A plan was first discussed in 1979 to connect Madrid, Spain to Casablanca in Morocco but didn’t come to fruition. However, now, Spain’s transport minister is keen to revive the plan to connect the two cities for the first time. While the plan to build a tunnel linking Spain and Morocco didn’t happen 45 years ago, discussions are now ongoing. If the plan does go...
A Virgin Voyages foodie event, the Eat & Drink Festival returns in July 2024. Any guests sailing on any of the cruise line’s ships in July will be able to celebrate award-winning dining experiences. Read on to find out more about the returning foodie event and how you can participate. Virgin Voyages Eat & Drink Festival is back Coming in July 2024, any guests...
Nestling in the Atlantic Ocean off the shores of West Africa, Cape Verde is an archipelago of islands and the perfect place for any traveler looking for a unique destination. Because the islands are a hidden gem, they are the perfect place for travelers looking for differing cultures, adventure and natural beauty. Moreover, the archipelago offers 10...
Italy recently announced the exciting news of a new digital nomad visa, that allows people to live and work in the country for up to one year. Meanwhile, the visa is relatively easy to obtain, and we list below five top locations for digital nomads to try out on their new visa. What do you need to do for a digital nomad visa for Italy? Admittedly, Italy isn’t...
Croatia is a beautiful country with many iconic historic cities to explore. One of the best ways to do this is on a Cruise Croatia small-ship voyage in 2025. Read on to find out more about the itineraries on offer for next year, along with a brief introduction to each city to visit along the way. Cruise Croatia offers 105 voyages for 2025 Recently, Cruise Croatia...
TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards Reveal World’s Best Hotels For those travelers seeking the best accommodations for their 2024 vacations, TripAdvisor has revealed the best hotels in the world. When planning the perfect vacation, many travelers use TripAdvisor to pick the best hotels in the world. The largest travel comparison platform is a worthy choice...
This summer season kicked off on April 19, when the Norwegian Epic moored in Civitavecchia in Rome, Italy. It then set sail from its summer homeport on a 10-day journey around the Greek Isles and Italy. Norwegian Cruise Line launches 2024 summer season Speaking about the cruise line’s summer season, David J. Herrera, President of the company said in a statement: As...