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.
Nestling on Lake Michigan in Illinois, Chicago is one of the largest cities in the US. The city is renowned for its striking skyline of bold architecture and skyscrapers and for its iconic art galleries and museums. However, looking at architecture and exploring dry and boring museums probably won’t keep the kids happy on vacation in Chicago. Read on to find out some...
Located on the North Atlantic coast of South America, Guyana, officially the Co-operative Republic of Guyana has had quite the past. The country was formerly a Dutch colony until it spent some 200 years as a British colony. At that time, it was known as British Guiana, and its capital, Georgetown, is known for its British colonial architecture. This includes the...
If you are visiting Chicago and want a fun and alternative way to see the city you can enjoy a cruise on Fred A. Busse, a fireboat that was on duty from 1937 to 1981. Chicago Fireboat Tours offers a cruise through history, with fabulous views of the city all around. Chicago Fireboat Tours are back Chicagoans and tourists alike can hop on board the Fred A. Busse for a...
San Francisco is famous for its Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown and the Financial District. However, those are mostly adult attractions, so how does this Californian city keep the kids happy and smiling? The city has incredible museums, like the Exploratorium and the Musée Mécanique and a well-laid-out zoo. San Francisco also has the House...
South Africa is known for its major cities, including Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town and Durban. Meanwhile, the African nation features game reserves, like Kruger National Park, Addo Elephant Park and more. However, South Africa also has a more hidden side, with intriguing locations to visit and share on Instagram. Here, we briefly visit the Goat Tower of...
César Manrique Foundation was formed after renowned Spanish artist, César Manrique, was killed in a car accident at the age of 73. Nowadays, travelers can explore his wonderfully artistic home, embedded in five lava bubbles in Taro de Tahiche on the island of Lanzarote. Read on to find out more about the artist and his studio and home, on which he first started work...
Not only is San Marino Europe’s third smallest country, but it is also the fifth smallest in the world. Moreover, since AD 301, the country is the world’s oldest sovereign state and oldest republic. While it might be tiny, San Marino is a truly worthy visit. Read on to find out more about this marvelous country and the true experience it will give to its visitors...
Japan Airlines has come up with an innovative scheme to reduce baggage weight and fly eco-friendly. While the airline cannot access enough sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), reducing the weight of the plane will then reduce its carbon emissions. Read on to find out more about the Any Wear, Anywhere service. Any Wear, Anywhere on Japan Airlines In an effort to reduce...
The Caribbean is not what you would consider a cheap area of the world to visit. In fact, some islands are expensive, like St. Lucia, the Cayman Islands, or St. Barts. However, this doesn’t mean that travelers on a budget have to skip the Caribbean, as there are several places that are affordable to visit. The following destinations were picked out by US News as...
Romania in southeastern Europe is famous for Transylvania, a beautiful forested region hugged by the Carpathian Mountains. This area boasts well-preserved medieval towns like Sighişoara and many castles, notably Bran Castle, long associated with the legend of Dracula. However, Romania and Transylvania both have other fascinating attractions to explore, including an...