If you want to cruise but are not keen on a massive, multi-deck ship, Emerald Cruises has the perfect answer. The cruise line’s Emerald Azzurra offers the feeling of sailing on a private yacht with a maximum of 100 guests. This means the ship is small enough to enter lesser-visited ports that the giant ships cannot access. It also means more destinations to visit...
Whether seeking adventure or longing for white-sand beaches, Seychelles ticks all the boxes for a romantic vacation or honeymoon. Imagining idyllic beaches lapped by crystal-clear turquoise waters and backed by waving palm trees might sound like a dream. However, this island nation has all this and much more. Read on to find out what Seychelles offers to a couple on...
Residents in the city of Dubrovnik in Croatia have had enough of tourists dragging their wheeled suitcases through the cobblestoned streets at night. This has led to city authorities placing a ban on visitors lugging their bags around the city. Read on to find out more about what sounds like a bizarre ruling in this popular destination. Residents of Dubrovnik...
When traveling with the kids, families always have to bear in mind what the destination has to offer for the little ones. Moreover, it needs to be a destination that they, as parents, also appreciate. One US city is that and more, as San Diego has the beaches, the zoo, Legoland and much more. Meanwhile, the locals are friendly and the city has a wealth of excellent...
Travelers looking for a magical Greek Island will find it in Kefalonia, the largest Ionian island in Greece. Among its lovely landscapes are Mediterranean oak forests, wild meadows, vineyards and pretty sandy coves. Meanwhile, the beaches overlook crystal-clear turquoise waters, perfect for swimming or diving. The island’s pretty villages are welcoming, where...
A Basque artist was inspired to head out into nature and make a magical, colorful landscape in the Forest of Oma. This beautiful forest is hidden away between the Basonda and Oma Valleys in a truly lovely UNESCO-listed area. Read on to find out how this artist has gone one better than nature by creating a colorful landscape, unlike any other. The colorful Painted...
Vallée des Merveilles (Valley of Marvels) is located in the Mercantour National Park in southern France. The name is justified when you find that around 40,000 rock carvings have been found in two different sites. What makes them even more special is that the petroglyphs are from various different eras of history. Meanwhile, history buffs can find them on the slopes...
Carvoeiro is located in the Lagoa municipality of the Algarve in Portugal. As with all the coastal areas of the region, the town has beautiful coves and golden sandy beaches backed by rocky cliffs. Its main beach, Praia do Carvoeiro, stands next to traditional white fishermen’s houses. Meanwhile, the beach is the most popular with visitors who relax on the sand next...
Located in Emerald Lagoon, Key Largo, Jules’ Undersea Lodge is the only underwater hotel in the USA. What makes it even more unique is that you need to be a certified scuba diver to stay there. However, this isn’t a huge problem, as you can attend a scuba diving course prior to your stay. Read on to find out more about this unique stay with underwater views and...
The Caribbean has many great islands for the family, but some, like Barbados, stand out as safe and kid-friendly places for a family vacation. This idyllic island offers some of the best family-friendly resorts, safe beaches and so much more to keep the kids happy. While beaches are a no-brainer for the whole family, the island has so much more to explore. Read on to...