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.
Transylvania is located in central Romania and is known for its beautiful, mountainous scenery, as well as its medieval towns. Meanwhile, it is also renowned for its castles, including Bran Castle, a gothic fortress that inspired Bram Stoker’s novel about Count Dracula. Thanks to that inspiration, it has led to many stories and movies about the infamous vampire. Read...
Barbados offers everything you would expect from a Caribbean vacation and more, including many adventure activities. When many travelers head here, they are seeking nothing more than to relax on the beach in the sun. However, adventure is to be had on the island, surrounded by beautiful scenery and with a cooling drink at the end of the day. What with a dive in a...
France is renowned for its delicious cuisine, excellent wines, history and the French Riviera. However, when it comes to a family vacation, the European nation offers plenty of fun for children of all ages. Read on to find out more about four of the best theme parks available for a family vacation in France. Disneyland Paris A family vacation in Paris would not be...
Summer is almost here, which is the ideal time for a family vacation in the beautiful city of Lisbon in Portugal. Meanwhile, more attractions are available on the Lisbon coast, perfect for fun day trips to beautiful villages and great beaches. Read on to find out some of the attractions available on the Lisbon Coast of Portugal for families. Also, learn how the...
Monaco is only second to the Vatican in terms of size, but this tiny European country has plenty to offer. Not only does it attract the rich and famous, but it is one of the most notorious tax havens in the world. Besides this, normal folk head to Monaco for one stage of the annual Formula One Grand Prix and many other attractions. Visit Monaco on the French Riviera...
This year, experience a Middle Eastern vacation in fascinating Oman. Despite the fact that the country previously wasn’t considered to be available to the outside world, this has changed and the country is now considered to be an exciting destination. Let Oman’s people give you a warm welcome while exploring everything the country has to offer. A Middle Eastern...
You may have already been on a traditional safari in South Africa or Kenya, and are seeking something different this year. Africa is a vast and fascinating continent with 54 separate and individual countries. With all this to choose from, why not step off the beaten path, so to speak, and experience a less usual safari? Read on to discover just a few examples of what...
The Maldives is a year-round exotic destination with idyllic beaches and beautiful landscapes. A stay in an overwater villa nestled on the turquoise waters, or a luxury resort comes to mind when thinking of those gorgeous islands. Meanwhile, activities include everything from lying on the white sand, swimming in the warm water, or even surfing the waves. However...
It’s time to experience an alternative Caribbean in Dominica, an unspoiled destination without the crowds of visitors. Most Caribbean islands feature huge, all-inclusive resorts, where many tourists spend their time, rarely leaving the grounds. Dominica is different and offers a range of smaller accommodation options where visitors are truly welcome. Read on to find...
Set in the Indian Ocean, the Maldives consists of around 1,200 islands, each with white-sand beaches, waving palm trees, clear blue waters and a colorful underwater world. Meanwhile, the major islands feature several great resorts and guest houses and attract more than a million visitors each year. However, besides the beaches, the Republic of the Maldives has three...