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.
Located on Calle Duque de Rivas, 7 in Madrid, Spain, is La Gatoteca, the perfect café for cat lovers. Here, you not only get to enjoy a good cup of coffee but also make a new feline friend to spoil for a while. The coffee doesn’t exactly come cheap, but it is worth the price to spoil a cute cat and maybe adopt one. La Gatoteca – the perfect café for cat lovers in...
Hotel Marqués de Riscal makes a strong architectural statement as it stands over the traditional Basque town of Elciego. Meanwhile, Frank O. Gehry designed this weird and wonderful building, and was dubbed by Vanity Fair as “the most important architect of our age.” Looking at the architect’s work online quickly reveals why. Gehry is a Canadian-American Pritzker...
Cruising fans who also love the Formula 1 Grand Prix have a special treat in store in 2024. It turns out they can experience a luxurious cruise with Atlas Ocean Voyages, heading along the coast of France and Italy, which is great in itself. However, cruises on this new itinerary will end up sitting in a front-row seat at the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix. Read...
Imagine a village of just 690 residents boasting a Guinness World Record of 11 bars. According to research, Enix in Almeria has more bars per 1,000 inhabitants than any other town or village in Spain. Our first thought was how do all those businesses still run successfully with so few people in the village? Meanwhile, some of the eateries have been open for...
Many of us have to stick to a budget when traveling the world, while others have the wherewithal to stay in style in luxurious accommodations. For those of us who cannot afford it, it is good to dream or hit the jackpot with the right lottery numbers. Here, we explore a stay in Gstaad Palace in Switzerland, an entire private island, a luxurious castle or over-water...
As recently noted on Travel New Paths, the Cotswolds of England offer much natural beauty and scenic wonders, including rolling hills, lakes and rivers. However, the area also features many fun activities for travelers on a UK vacation. Having learned the basics of this beautiful region, we now reveal the many things to do and see here. About the Cotswolds of England...
Readers were recently introduced to two fascinating locations in Spain – one related to Vikings and the other to witches. However, that witch destination isn’t alone, as the small village of Soportujar also celebrates witchy things. Read on to find out what you can see in the village while on a day trip from Granada. Soportujar in Spain and its witches When glancing...
The Paradores of Spain are iconic and luxurious hotels, often set in historic buildings such as palaces, medieval castles, monasteries and convents. Some are set in modern buildings, but all offer the same level of quality. Moreover, they are surrounded by beautiful countryside or historic cities. In each case, the paradores are convenient to popular landmarks and...
While many of us have been doing it for years, solo travel is becoming a big tourist trend, with solo travelers looking for the best destinations. Whether seeking culture and history, idyllic beaches, or artsy places the world offers many great locations. Here, we look at three of the best destinations for solo travelers. Best destinations for solo travelers in 2024...
Located in central England, the Cotswolds was designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty back in 1966. Among England’s many pretty landscapes, this area is a remarkable place to visit on a UK vacation. Meanwhile, the Cotswolds include a series of rolling hills dubbed the Cotswolds Hills, which run from the meadows of the upper River Thames area through an...