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.
Spain is known for its beautiful scenery and for its art, and one place in the Cuenca Province of Castilla la Mancha spectacularly combines the two. Located next to the Buendía dam is a unique and fascinating hiking route, until anything else in Spain. In fact, the Route of the Faces, or “Ruta de las Caras” in Spanish takes hikers through an outdoor art gallery of...
Croatia’s coastline features many gorgeous beaches, clear blue waters and pretty islands, but the country is so much more than this. Heading inland, Croatia has truly iconic historic sites to explore as well as fascinating national parks. Read on to find out more about the Roman ruins, a famous castle and the truly gorgeous Plitvice Lakes. Each place has legends and...
The Caribbean is a marvelous place to discover idyllic beaches, but there are so many to choose from. How can you decide which is the best for clean sandy beaches, crystal-clear water and waving palm trees? These three Caribbean destinations offer some of the best beaches out there. Read on to find out more and start making plans for your beach vacation. 1. Beautiful...
Italy is a gorgeous country, full of fascinating, historic cities to explore and varied landscapes, all hemmed by excellent beaches and islands. Whether heading to Rome with its iconic Roman ruins, Venice for the Carnival, or the beautiful island of Sicily, this European country is a wonder to explore. Renting a car keeps you independent, but do you really want to...
German artist Wolf Vostell was a major part of the Fluxus art movement, blending various artistic disciplines and media to create a marvel in Spain. Travelers heading to Cáceres in Extremadura, Spain can experience his incredible work in a natural setting at the Vostell Malpartida Museum. Wolf Vostell and the Vostell Malpartida Museum German artist Wolf Vostell lived...
The Costa del Sol in Andalucía, southern Spain is renowned for its endless beaches, most of which have Blue Flag accreditation. The restaurants and bars offer plenty of delicious local cuisine and good wines. However, what a lot of visitors might lose out on is the pretty “Pueblos Blancos” or White Villages, located just a few miles inland. These quaint towns spread...
Hermanus is located just 100 km (62 mi) from Cape Town on the Cape Whale Coast of the Western Cape. What used to be a rustic fishing village has grown into one of the best whale-watching destinations in the world. However, it isn’t just about whales, as Hermanus offers beautiful scenery and plenty of adventure options. Moreover, the town has an excellent selection of...
The Greek island of Santorini is known for its beautiful whitewashed villages and iconic blue-domed churches. Moreover, it features a dramatic and craggy coastline, dotted with idyllic strips of sand. However, there is much more to this beautiful island than just relaxing on the beach and here, we offer the 10 best ways to spend a honeymoon on the island of Santorini...
Located in Basilicata, southern Italy, Matera’s landscape could easily be mistaken for the Holy Land. In fact, with its ancient buildings on the hillside, the area was used by Hollywood when Mel Gibson filmed the movie, The Passion of the Christ in 2003. What is it that makes Matera such a fascinating place? Read on to find out. Troglodyte homes give Matera, Italy...
Sri Lanka is a popular South Asian destination with attractions and activities to suit every traveler. The island nation, formerly known as Ceylon, offers exciting and historic cities, idyllic beaches and national parks full of wildlife. Here, you can read a brief introduction to everything Sri Lanka can offer you on a vacation. First, we look at some of the best...