Recently, I had the pleasure of interviewing Shirley Squibb to get an insider's glimpse of life in Tristan da Cunha, a South Atlantic Ocean island that is completely isolated from the outside world. Surrounded by rough seas and untouched wilderness, coupled with unpredictable weather conditions, Tristan was founded by a Portuguese admiral named Admiral Tristao da Cunha in 1506. Edinburgh of the Seven Seas is the main village in Tristan where all … [Read more...]
Top 5 Stunning Islands to Go Sailing Around the World
Islands are synonymous with dream vacations and out of the world experiences. For most people, when you talk about going on vacation on an island, the first thing that comes to mind is ‘paradise lost’. The escape from life’s reality to enjoy nature’s peace and quiet in the middle of the sea is more than blissful. It is therapeutic. In this article, we explore the top 5 stunning islands you can enjoy by boat to inspire your next vacation and … [Read more...]
5 of the Most Romantic Destinations on Airbnb for Improving Relationships
Vacations are fun, while sometimes relationships can get tricky. Combining both of them can help you to contribute to a successful and happy relationship. Traveling can help increase satisfaction in a relationship, reignite passion and romance, and encourage spending quality time together and communicating with partners. If you or your loved ones are facing problems in romantic relationships, you could reach out to mental health professionals … [Read more...]
3 Fun Family Vacations for Bettering Relationships
Do you remember what a typical day in your childhood looked like? Probably not! However, you are likely to remember a family trip vividly. A few photos can make you feel as if you are back in those golden days! Going on trips allows families to bond together. Participating in different activities, visiting different cultures, enjoying new cuisines, and making new memories can help you better your relationships. While providing … [Read more...]
Guðrið Højgaard, CEO Visit Faroe Islands
Q1. Tell us a little bit about yourself? I was born and raised in the Faroe Islands but have been living in 5 different countries for 20 years. I moved back to the Faroe Islands in 2012 to take the lead at Visit Faroe Islands. Prior to that, I was Marketing Director for Visit Stockholm and Marketing Manager for Visit Denmark. Q2. What has living abroad taught you? One thing that I learned all these years is that hard work will not go … [Read more...]
Norwegian Farms Offer Rural Luxury
Well-being, space, local food and peaceful surroundings is something many travellers have been craving for a long time now. All over Norway you can now find farms and manor houses rich in traditions and history, now turned into fashionable and personalized accommodations. Buildings full of soul and deep, historic roots meet modern comfort and beautiful design - and opportunities to pamper oneself. Travellers can find local food that comes … [Read more...]
Living in the Archipelago That Whale Sharks Call Home – Interview with Founder of the Mafia Island Tourism Association, Peter Byrne
Out in the middle of the Indian ocean, the water is shimmering in deep emerald green. A traditional dhow rocks gently against the lapping ripples. Next to the boat, a group of divers are flipping their fins in excitement and snorkeling alongside with a whale shark, the biggest fish in the ocean and a species now classified as endangered. This is not a typical scene on any tropical island. This experience – and all its other attractions in one … [Read more...]
Plan a Road Trip to Mesa Verde Country in Remote Southwest ColoradoPlan a RoaPlan a Road Trip to Mesa Verde Country in Remote Southwest Coloradod Trip to Mesa Verde Country in Remote Southwest Colorado
Cortez, Colo. – Located in beautiful, rural Southwest Colorado, which is known for its wide-open spaces, stunning scenery and freedom to roam, Mesa Verde Country is within easy driving distance of several gateway cities, including: Denver (8 hours), Albuquerque (5.5 hours), Salt Lake City (7 hours), Phoenix (8.5 hours) and Las Vegas (7.5 hours). This makes Mesa Verde Country the perfect location for a great American road trip, where it's as much … [Read more...]
Dubai, One of World’s Great Urban Attractions
While not one of the world's largest by population cities, Dubai certainly warrants great attention due to its rapid rise from being a sleepy fishing village to now home to some of planet's most iconic attractions. My visit to Dubai was a number of years ago - the city was surely much smaller then, but still, the city felt overwhelming. As one of the great cities in the Middle East it offers non stop or one stop connection flights from most … [Read more...]
A Little Cabin in the Arctic Wilderness: The Journey of a Girl in Pursuit of Happiness in the Northernmost Permanent Settlement on the Planet
October has always been one of Cecilia's favorite months. The sky over Longyearbyen, Norway (78.2232° N, 15.6267° E) is painted in incredible shades of blue. Wisps of thick clouds roll over the awe-inspiring mountains, putting a mysterious veil over the peaks. Her mood is immediately elevated to a new height in this picture-perfect weather. It is the last month of the year she gets to soak up the sun before the two-and-a-half-month polar night … [Read more...]
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