Spain is home to thousands of castles, some in better condition than others, but one in Baños de la Encina close to Jaén in Andalucía is the best. Meanwhile, despite the fact that most travelers haven’t heard of the fortification, the Castillo de Burgalimar is considered to be the best-preserved in Europe and the oldest in Spain. Read on to find out more about...
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...
César Manrique Foundation was formed after renowned Spanish artist, César Manrique, was killed in a car accident at the age of 73. Nowadays, travelers can explore his wonderfully artistic home, embedded in five lava bubbles in Taro de Tahiche on the island of Lanzarote. Read on to find out more about the artist and his studio and home, on which he first started work...
The Caribbean is not what you would consider a cheap area of the world to visit. In fact, some islands are expensive, like St. Lucia, the Cayman Islands, or St. Barts. However, this doesn’t mean that travelers on a budget have to skip the Caribbean, as there are several places that are affordable to visit. The following destinations were picked out by US News as...
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...
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...
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...
Biarritz was formerly a popular resort for European royalty back in the 1800s but these days is a magic place for us ordinary folk. The town started life as a fishing village on the Basque coast of France until it started attracting royalty and these days is a great beach destination. The long, sandy beaches attract sun lovers and surfers alike, but the town also has...