The prestigious magazine, Travel + Leisure recently announced its Best Awards 2024, with Costa Rica honored as its Best Destination. Meanwhile, Hotel Belmar, a luxurious ecolodge set in the Cloud Forest of Monteverde in Costa Rica was honored as the #3 Best Resort in Central America. The hotel is renowned for its dedication to its guests’ wellbeing and environmental...
The ride-hailing app Uber has proved hugely popular for getting around on four wheels, but now it is expanding its offer on the water. Whether enjoying a cruise or being transported by yacht, these new water-based options are set to make life easier this summer. Uber Boat takes to the water this summer Popular ride-hailing app Uber is taking to the water this summer...
Copenhagen in Denmark is a hugely popular city for travelers and is feeling the effects of overtourism, much like other European locations. However, while Barcelona plans to ban vacation rentals, Mallorca restricts the sale of alcohol, and Venice charges its day trippers, Copenhagen takes a more positive stance. The city is offering rewards for good tourist behavior...
Greece just launched a convenient method of exploring its iconic islands, while also making the journey a lot of fun. Launched in June of 2024, Hoper is the first and only helicopter airline, offering travelers the chance to hop between 11 of the country’s island destinations. First helicopter company in Greece to offer island hopping Since June, Hoper offers...
No matter where Americans live, the Fourth of July is an important date to be celebrated. When it comes to Americans living on the Costa del Sol in southern Spain, they get to celebrate at the “Stars & Stripes” Independence Day party in Benalmádena. Live music by some of the coast’s top entertainers accompanies an afternoon of typical USA cuisine. ‘Stars &...
We’re not sure how police can regulate this new rule but Spain is planning to fine tourists €750 ($805) for peeing in the ocean. Maybe someone standing in the waves with a self-satisfied expression on their face could give them away? Meanwhile, in other areas of Spain, you are not allowed to swim in the sea after midnight. Are local Spanish authorities going too far...
Rather like other towns in Spain and Italy, the small town of Götene in Sweden is running out of residents. The town has an aging population and a low birth rate, so now it is trying to attract residents by selling land for 10 cents a square meter (around 10 square feet). Have you been thinking of moving to Sweden? Read on to find out what this is all about. Götene...
Each year since 2009, the white village of Macharaviaya in the Axarquia area of Malaga Province in Spain, celebrates America’s Independence. For US travelers visiting the area this year, there will also be a celebration in the coastal town of Nerja. Why does Macaraviaya celebrate American Independence and why is the celebration also happening in the beautiful coastal...
The temperatures seem to soar higher each year, and certain European countries are already reporting extreme temperatures While it’s only June, some nations are recording temperatures as high as 43°C (109°F), leading to travelers being warned to take care. Among the warnings for tourists is to stay hydrated and spend time in shaded or air-conditioned environments...
Having recently entered summer, Walt Disney World has chosen this time to reveal details for the 2024 Winter Holiday Celebrations. Of course, the holidays are hugely popular too. While celebrating Halfway to the Holidays, Walt Disney World is announcing several new and returning offerings for the upcoming winter holiday celebrations and events. Upcoming winter...