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 […]