Nathan James Thomas is the founding editor of Intrepid Times, an online magazine that publishes narrative travel writing. He is the co-editor alongside Jennifer Roberts of the travel writing anthology Fearless Footsteps (2020), and the author of Travel Your Way (2022) and Untethered (Coming September 2023). In this interview, Nathan talks about his journey in establishing Intrepid Times, what narrative travel writing means to him, how to … [Read more...]
Why Gambling and Tourism Can Help Each Other In Portugal
Tourism is one of the most significant industrial sectors in Portugal. In 2021, the industry contributed an estimated $25 Billion to the country's gross domestic product (GDP), accounting for 10% of the total. The tourism industry in Portugal has been growing at an insanely rapid rate thanks to its readiness to accept change and new developments. This is also the case with the gambling industry, which recorded an impressive 17% increase in … [Read more...]
A Whistle Stop Guide To Macau in China
Macau, a self-governing region on the south coast of China and close to Hong Kong, is known in the west as gambling hub, bigger even than Vegas and as noisy and sinful as Nevada’s famous city. But what few people know is that Macau has other tourist attractions off the beaten gambler’s track. There are museums, zoos, great food, exciting rides and lots of outdoor activities that mean you don’t actually have to put it all on red to enjoy this … [Read more...]
Launch of new Travel Company: GeoCultura
GeoCultura is pleased to announce the launch of our new travel company with a range of unique tours that focus on geology and culture and the links between the two. Our tours are an exciting new take on the traditional 'geology field trip' and combine the awe-inspiring scenery of important geological sites with the best that local culture and hospitality have to offer. They will appeal to the educated and the curious – people who wish to … [Read more...]
Five Gorgeous European Destinations to Visit
Tourists are searching for places away from the crowded cities. We are longing for nature, large open spaces, and, more importantly, freedom. Itineraries have changed for international travelers, and cities hardly end up on travel lists. Globe trotters are preferring places with pinewood forests and large tracts of farmland over the glitz and glamour of city life. Europe has a lot more to offer than malls or Victorian architecture. You can … [Read more...]
Must Visit Tourist Attractions in Morocco
Even if you’re an experienced traveler, this country will impress you. It is located in the north of Africa and was developed by the influence of diverse cultures. For starters, the country borders the Atlantic ocean and the Mediterranean sea. In the north of Morocco, there is Spain that can be reached via Gibraltar. In the south, there is the impressive Sahara Desert. Raised between Europe and the biggest hot desert in the world, this Arabic … [Read more...]
Portugal launches New Campaign to Promote Wine Tourism
Lisbon, Portugal (March, 2020)—"Wine Pairs with Portugal" is the title of a new wine tourism campaign that Turismo de Portugal is launching in seven markets, including the US. With an investment of 500,000 euros, the digital campaign will run throughout 2020. The new campaign is an initiative under Portugal's Wine Tourism Action Plan designed to boost awareness of Portugal's significant wine sector. As part of the campaign, six films were … [Read more...]
High-Speed Train Europe
It has been 25 years since the last time I was backpacking through Europe. At the time I bounced through 18 countries with little more than clothes and a tattered Let’s Go guide for the better part of a year. Looking back, most of what I brought with me was easily replaced. Well, except for one thing. That was my Eurail Pass. I held onto it like glue and hopped on and off trains with abandon through 18 countries and had a life-altering … [Read more...]
The Best Luxury Golf Holidays in Portugal
Portugal has long been one of the leading golfing destinations in Europe with discerning golfers flocking from far and wide for the vast array of Championship courses and luxury resorts. Offering year-round sunshine and the perfect combination of sandy beaches and rugged coastlines, it’s no wonder Portugal is on the golf bucket list of many. When you’re not teeing off there’s plenty to see and do from discovering the country’s history and … [Read more...]
Solar do Vinho do Porto Lisbon – February 2020
This is the historic Institute of Port - located at Rua São Pedro de Alcântara 45, 1250 in Lisbon Portugal. What a selection of ports - ranging from young wines to those over 50 years old - and reasonably priced by International standards. Portugal is the home of Port and what better place to start your drinking then with a visit here. The institute was founded in 1947 - it is a homey place to sit around in pale leather chairs and pale green … [Read more...]
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