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.
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...
Los Cabos in Mexico is known for its idyllic beaches, warm weather, great resorts and incredible food. For these reasons, many Americans head to Los Cabos on vacation, enjoying the sun, sand and azure waters. However, right now, Americans need to know that incredibly tall waves are making several beaches off-limits to everyone. Red flags are flying on Los Cabos...
As train travel continues to grow in popularity, while reducing passengers’ carbon footprint, a new sleeper train has been introduced. According to European Sleeper, the new night train comes in response to the high demand for winter sports travel in Europe, as well as city visits and lack of suitable options. New sleeper train service in Europe In recent months, new...
Star Clippers was founded in 1989 by Swedish entrepreneur and classic boat connoisseur, Mikael Krafft. Initially, the company launched two four-masted barquentines, Star Flyer in 1991 and her twin, Star Clipper in 1992. These vessels were the first sailing clippers to be built since 1910 and Krafft added a third vessel, Royal Clipper, a five-masted, full-rigged...
These days, not everyone can afford to book the perfect cruise to the Caribbean or Alaska, but those on a budget now have an option. Holland America Line has expanded its standby program at a new rate and with new perks. Moreover, the cruise line will let tourists travel on standby for just $99. Now travelers can imagine visiting private islands in the Caribbean or a...
Couples planning on tying the knot with a wedding in paradise or planning a vow renewal can enjoy special perks from Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts. Where better to celebrate your love than at a beautiful resort in Jamaica or Turks and Caicos? Meanwhile, these resorts are offering a host of new perks to enjoy. ‘Sweetheart of a Deal’ from Sandals and Beaches...
The National Park Foundation recently received a historic and record-breaking $100 million grant, the largest in its 60-year history. Through this generous funding, the US National Parks will tackle overtourism and its effects on the parks. US National Parks receive generous funding against overtourism The National Park Foundation received $100 million in funding...
Holland America Line has a new Antarctica cruise that sails from a unique starting point. Those sailors wishing to enjoy a voyage to Antarctica now have an easier way to find the perfect cruise. Instead of flying to a distant destination to start the journey, Holland America Line is offering a new take on the usual approach to sailing to Antarctica. Holland America...