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.
Interest in Japan’s iconic cherry blossoms was put on pause during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the spring of 2023 saw many visitors. Looking ahead to the spring of 2024, and interest is likely to be even stronger. However, the airline is making a plan with earlier seasonal starts and increased seat capacity. This will allow North Americans to take advantage and visit...
Thanks to Marriott and Celebrity Cruises, a lucky person could win a free cruise valued at up to $4,500. Meanwhile, Marriott Bonvoy is teaming up with Celebrity Cruises, with the prize to sail to Alaska or the Caribbean – winner’s choice. Read on to find out how you can enter the sweepstakes and nab that free cruise that is on offer. Marriott and Celebrity Cruises...
Anyone who lives in or regularly visits Spain is aware of the fact that authorities take speed control seriously. What with hidden radar cameras and cop cars hiding in the bushes, it is all too easy to get caught going over the limit. However, it seems not every town in Spain takes speed control so seriously. One town, La Algaba in the Sevilla Province has introduced...
Romantic couples often run off to Las Vegas for a quick marriage, leading to the city officially dubbing itself the Wedding Capital of the World. In fact, the county reckons it issues some 80,000 marriage licenses annually. It seems the city is taking advantage of this fact and inbound fliers will be able to get their marriage license on arrival at the airport. This...
As most people know, the National Parks of America are stunningly beautiful and diverse. If someone says there is something for everyone in the parks, this is no exaggeration. From stunning mountains to desert scenes and lush forests, each park has its own attractions. While many travelers head to international lands for scenic beauty, there is more than enough here...
The world offers many incredible destinations to celebrate a honeymoon, but those who have wed this year had a definite favorite in mind. Meanwhile, one certain destination comes up tops on Google for those couples who have just tied the knot. It turns out that Bali, Indonesia was the honeymooners’ top choice for 2023. Read on to find out which other popular...
Since the pandemic, the word “over-tourism” regularly comes up in travel headlines and this includes Madrid in Spain. In fact, Spain’s capital is already planning a “black level” alert for the holidays in an effort to prevent overcrowding in the streets at Christmas. If you are planning a city break or vacation in Madrid, read on to be aware of the measures being...
After 20 years in the making, the Pajares Bypass in Spain has opened up a chance to travel by high-speed train across the Cantabrian Mountains. Traveling to rugged beaches and glacial lakes, the train now connects the provinces of León and Asturias. Meanwhile, the €4 ($4.3) billion project brings high-speed train connections to Asturias while fixing the gap with León...
The largest city in the Quebec Province, Montreal nestles on an island in the Saint Lawrence River. The Canadian city was named for Mt. Royal, the triple-peaked hill in its center. Beautiful neighborhoods worth visiting feature cobblestoned streets, while the French colonial Vieux-Montreal hosts the Gothic Revival Notre-Dame Basilica and the bohemian Plateau is a...
Many of us dream of having a white Christmas, with the snow setting off the twinkling decorations of the season. In fact, according to the rental car company SIXT, there has recently been a 224 percent increase in Google searches for “white Christmas.” SIXT’s research has revealed US locations that could have a good chance of snow these holidays. Naturally...