Many Mediterranean islands are known for their spectacular coastline, hidden bays, and beautiful beaches, so it is not surprising that Med’s islands are famous. While everyone has their own idea of what makes a beach attractive, there are some similarities across the board. Here is our pick of the Mediterranean islands with the best beaches. […]
La Palma is one of the Canary Islands of Spain off the northwestern coast of Africa. The rugged, wooded terrain is dotted with volcanoes such as Teneguía and Cumbre Vieja. The capital of the island, Santa Cruz de la Palma, is a port city with narrow cobbled streets and houses with wooden balconies. The Caldera […]
Most travelers choose famous cities as fixed points for their travel planning. Why not plan your next trip to Europe based on its top hiking routes? Cinque Terre, Liguria, Italy The Italian Cinque Terre trails, a network of paths that connect each of the five beautiful villages with the other, have always been on the […]
1. Les Houches, France Nestled in the heart of the Mont Blanc massif, Les Houches is located at an altitude of 1000 metres and offers an exceptional panorama of the peaks around Chamonix. Les Houches has more than 50 km of slopes and 15 lifts and is a perfect skiing resort for families and beginners. […]
Poorhouse, beggars, dirt, and noise without end? Many people have a clear idea of Calcutta. They associate Kolkata, as the city is officially called, with Mother Teresa (1910 to 1997). While the nun is rightfully admired by many for her charitable work dedicated to helping the poor in Calcutta, her reputation had a lasting effect on […]
1. Slovenia Slovenia is a rather small country just next to Italy and Austria, but it has so many cool things to offer. One of the best things about the country is that its small size makes getting around pretty easy. The whole countryside is beautiful, so taking a train will give you stunning views. […]
Everywhere in Europe, you can find campsites where you can drop your clothes altogether – not only on the beach but on the whole complex. We show ten of the best nudist campsites in Europe, where nudity is a must. Enjoy your free days in nature and wear nothing but your skin – textile-free holidays […]
The Kingdom of Jordan offers the unique opportunity to combine discovery trips to the desert with visits to hidden historical treasures and spending unforgettable days swimming and diving in the Red Sea. Here is what to do in Jordan. Visiting Wadi Rum Wadi Rum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a protected desert wilderness in […]
More than 3000 islands and islets are scattered off the coast of Greece. It can be challenging to decide on one of them. We introduce you to the five most beautiful islands of Greece. Santorini The whitewashed houses with their blue dome roofs and small terraces high above the Aegean Sea are characteristic of the […]
From Yala in the southeast to Wilpattu in the northwest: In countless corners of Sri Lanka, animals and plants thrive in protected areas. We present seven of the most stunning national parks which are worth a visit. 1. Pigeon Island One of two marine national parks in Sri Lanka: The colourful coral reefs of the […]