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.
While summer is great for a vacation, the fall is a different time to enjoy colorful fall foliage and the Foliage Train is one of the best ways to experience the time of year. Even better, a train from Italy to Switzerland only costs around $30 this season. Ride the Foliage Train from Italy to Switzerland After a long hot summer, the fall in Europe offers a different...
Visit Lauderdale is the official tourism marketing organization for Greater Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It has recently announced its new “No End to the Rainbows” social media campaign, aimed at highlighting the region’s support for the LGBTQ+ community and dedication to inclusivity. Meanwhile, the new initiative joins Visit Lauderdale’s ongoing mission to promote the...
When looking for the best autumn experience, Lehigh Valley, PA, offers green, rolling hills and trees clad in crimson and gold fall foliage. Moreover, the valley hosts Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton, worthy of a visit. Moreover, other small towns include Bangor, Emmaus, Hellertown, Nazareth and more, all surrounded by parks, trails and waterways, perfect to explore...
In recent years, train journeys have become hugely popular with travelers and these three top US railroads offer the ride of a lifetime while taking in the fall colors. One is America’s ‘Highest Railroad’ – The Pikes Peak Railroad. The second is the Grand Canyon Railway steam engine railroad, while the third is the East Broad Top Railroad, a 150-year-old narrow gauge...
Train lovers already know about the Orient Express, but another luxurious train is set to launch in Norway, dubbed the Norient Express. Set to launch in October 2025, the train will offer a unique, six-day experience, taking in all Norway’s most scenic locations. Norient Express: A luxurious journey across Norway The Norient Express is a state-of-the-art luxury...
Foodies seeking a new destination can rightfully choose from a range of the best cities in Europe. Each has its own unique dishes including traditional classics, or cuisine from new, Michelin-starred restaurants on the continent. Read on to find the best, traditional cuisine, the iconic original EU foodie scene and new European foodie locations. Best cities for...
The Trevi Fountain is one of Rome’s most popular attractions, but the huge crowds that visit it spoil the experience. For this reason, authorities in Rome are finally planning to reduce the overcrowding and make the fountain a more pleasant place to visit. Read on to find out how the Italian city’s government is planning to curb access to the fountain and give...
Peru is rightfully famous for its iconic Inca city, Machu Picchu, but the country has many more attractions just waiting to be explored. One is Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain, the candy-colored mountain known in Spanish as the Montaña de Siete Colores. While China has similar mountains, this rainbow-striped mountain in Peru is a worthy visit. Visit the Vinicunca Rainbow...
After New Zealand plans to triple its visitor tax, some tourism bodies say this “incredibly expensive” new fee could deter travelers. While the country is doing so to conserve its natural environment, how many visitors will be able to enjoy it in the future? New Zealand to triple tourist tax to conserve natural environment While New Zealand has plans to almost triple...
Lanette Canen and Johan Bodi sold up everything to take a three-year world cruise on the Odyssey. Owned by Villa Vie Residences, the cruise ship has been docked in the Harland & Wolf repair facility in Belfast Harbor in Northern Ireland since August 30, 2024. Meanwhile, the couple is getting bored as they have explored everything the city has to offer. The US...