Nestled at the crossroads of Central Europe and the Balkans, Slovenia offers a captivating blend of Alpine scenery, Mediterranean coastline, and rich cultural heritage. While often overshadowed by its more famous neighbors, this small country packs a mighty punch when it comes to natural beauty and diverse experiences. One of the best ways to uncover Slovenia's hidden gems is by car. Renting a car in Slovenia not only gives you the freedom to … [Read more...]
Krakow City Breaks 2024 – Explore the Charm of this Historic City!
Krakow City Break: What to Do When You Only Have a Weekend Are you looking for a city break in Poland? Krakow is the perfect choice for a quick getaway. Despite the brevity of a weekend trip, Krakow and its surroundings offer a wealth of fascinating tourist attractions. Here’s how to maximize your visit and see as much as possible in just a couple of days, when you have only a weekend. Day 1: Dive Deep into the Heart of Krakow Morning: The … [Read more...]
Montserrat, Spain – Extraordinary day trip from Barcelona – a full guide
Montserrat, Spain - Extraordinary day trip from Barcelona - a full guide - will help anyone planning to visit this place! It's a breathtaking location about 50km from the lively city of Barcelona, in the Catalan countryside. A Benedictine monk retreat and art museum, set against a backdrop of multi-peaked mountains. This post blends both useful info for going there and also my personal memoirs of visiting Montserrat, to fire your … [Read more...]
Tomorrow, Tomorrow, Insha Allah by Sara Cheikh
This book follows the author as she leaves Paris in the Spring of 2020 to visit her grandmother and large extended family in the Western Sahara. What was supposed to be a two week vacation turns into a much longer adventure due to closed borders and difficulties of travel that year. She returns to the Saharawi society and refuge camps from where she was born. This story is one of the cultural differences between her home in France and her … [Read more...]
Is Volcanic Tourism a Thing?
Believe it or not, but volcanic tourism is an increasingly popular travelling niche offering those with an adventurous side the opportunity to witness the beauty and raw power of both active and dormant volcanoes. Recently, volcanic tourism has been attracting travellers and nature enthusiasts from all over the world. Whether it’s hiking through hardened lava fields, witnessing bubbling hot springs, waterskiing the surrounding lakes or heading … [Read more...]
Doing London Things on a Weekend Trip to the British Capital
London recently graded as AFAR’s best city in Europe, boasting world-renowned landmarks amidst a sprawling metropolis that pulls inspiration from the far stretches of the world. However, even with its diverse array of venues and residents, there is still a distinctively London way to go about things. Coming from any of the more rural areas of the UK offers quite the change up, let alone if you’re a tourist coming to visit. While you’ll likely … [Read more...]
How to turn a long-haul flight into a holiday
Let's be honest, unless you are in business class, long haul flights are not much fun. However, what if I told you that there is a way to make them enjoyable, and perhaps like us, one of the highlights of your trip? After spending three months backpacking around Australia, our inevitable return was imminent. A 27-hour flight awaited us, like the final boss in a video game. However, as always, we managed to do it in a way that was more than … [Read more...]
Top 4 Things to Consider When Planning Your First Solo Trip
First, I want to congratulate you for even starting to think about taking your first solo trip. I know how scary it is to travel alone for the first time, I’ve been in your shoes. But you’re doing it and you got this! And I’m sure you’ll have an amazing adventure and a wonderful time, and then you’ll book more solo trips as soon as you get back. That’s what I did! I get a lot of questions from people considering solo trips on how to get … [Read more...]
7 Reasons to Visit France: A Journey Through History, Culture, and Cuisine
The most visited European country in the world, France has a lot to offer the discerning tourist such as beautiful scenery, iconic landmarks, and of course, fine cuisine. Considering a French vacation? We take you on a journey through history, culture, and cuisine and give you 7 reasons to visit France. Historical Significance A trip to France is a trip through a long and rich history. This nation played a large role in philosophical … [Read more...]
Mount Toubkal Trek Guide: Conquer North Africa’s Highest Peak
Ever dreamed of standing on the highest peak in North Africa, surrounded by spectacular views and a sense of accomplishment? Welcome to Mount Toubkal, an adventurer's dream come true. Located in the heart of Morocco's Atlas Mountains, Mount Toubkal rises to a height of 4,167 meters. It's a journey into the heart of Morocco, offering a window into the country's natural beauty and cultural richness. In this article, we'll take you through … [Read more...]
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