A certain 1959 Marilyn Monroe movie was titled Some Like It Hot; however, many are finding southern Europe way too toasty this year. According to a travel company, the current heat wave blasting southern Europe is making travelers change their minds. Instead of heading to favorites like the Costa del Sol in Spain or the Greek islands, they are seeking cooler climes...
Los Angeles is renowned for Hollywood and the US film and television industry and hosts many film studios. Visitors can enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, head to Hollywood Boulevard and the TCL Chinese Theater, or the iconic Walk of Fame. It is even possible to buy maps of the stars’ homes. However, there is also a hidden and unique side to this sprawling city including...
Paris is known as a romantic location and is dubbed the City of Light. The city features well-known monuments, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Arc De Triomphe, and the Louvre. However, besides hosting fascinating museums and art galleries, Paris also features three locations that book lovers and writers will appreciate. Here, we take a brief look at two unique book...
Up in the north of the United Kingdom, Scotland is an amazingly scenic country just waiting to be explored. Whether climbing mountains, exploring national parks, or canoeing the lochs and rivers, this country ticks all the boxes for an adventurous summer vacation. Read on to find out some of the best places to have an adventure this summer in Scotland. The Inner...
Southern Europe is currently going through a record-breaking heatwave as countries are hit by the second “heat storm” in a week. Meanwhile, the high temperatures are affecting popular vacation spots like Croatia, Greece, Italy and Spain and are expected to continue for another week. The temperatures are so high that some areas of Greece and southern Italy are...
Right now, travelers are heading out for their summer vacation and, of course, Mexico is a popular spot, especially in the Mexican Caribbean. Popular resorts like Cancun, Tulum and Playa del Carmen will be packed with people, with hardly any wiggle room on the beaches. However, for anyone looking for a peaceful beach experience, with crystal-clear turquoise waters...
Not only is San Marino Europe’s third smallest country, but it is also the fifth smallest in the world. Moreover, since AD 301, the country is the world’s oldest sovereign state and oldest republic. While it might be tiny, San Marino is a truly worthy visit. Read on to find out more about this marvelous country and the true experience it will give to its visitors...
Romania in southeastern Europe is famous for Transylvania, a beautiful forested region hugged by the Carpathian Mountains. This area boasts well-preserved medieval towns like Sighişoara and many castles, notably Bran Castle, long associated with the legend of Dracula. However, Romania and Transylvania both have other fascinating attractions to explore, including an...
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...