First-time visitors to miniature little Aruba in the midst of the ABC Islands could be forgiven for thinking they weren’t actually in the Caribbean. With its rugged coastal reaches of chiselled cliffs and salt-sprayed headlands (particularly along the wild east coast), sweeping areas of windswept sand dunes and cacti groves in place of lush rainforest, …
Ah, Jamaica; the land of jerk and jackfruit, of the roaring Dunn’s River and beaches to die for. A veritable jewel of the Caribbean region, Jamaica boasts its own unique Carib come Creole come African come colonial come Latin culture and heritage. There are gorgeous mansions with an English edge next to earthy beach huts …
The so-called Pearl of the Antilles and the largest island in the entire Caribbean Sea, Cuba can seem a world apart from the refined paradisaical holidaying spots that surround it. For one, its history is still very much alive. Revolutions and communism are still fresh on the mind, and the museums showcase weapons that helped …
East Timor is an exciting destination renowned for its rich culture and beautiful beaches that have yet to be tarnished by tourists. East Timor gained independence as a country in 2002, making it one of the youngest countries in the world today – though it still holds tight to Portuguese and Indonesian influence. If you’re …
St. Barts is a land of jet setters and Francophone eateries, of haute cuisine and swish fine-dining joints set to the sounds of the lapping Caribbean Sea. It’s a place of rugged cliffs and hidden stretches of postcard-perfect sand, where yachters and A-listers and naturists alike all coalesce between the coves and the dunes. It’s …
Imagine a place with Southern hospitality, constant beach weather, breathtaking mountains, sophisticated cities, and bohemian chic. This magical place goes by the name of North Carolina. In this beautiful Southern state, you and your loved one can sink your toes into its sand, unwind in the serene Appalachian Mountains, go out for a night on …
Get ready to get wet and make some splashtastic memories. Virginia is home to amazing water parks that are sure to leave you feeling cooled and refreshed. Heart pounding slides and wild rides as well as lazy rivers, wave pools, kiddie areas, and splash pads await. Grab your bathing suit and get ready to cool …
Linz is a beautiful and sometimes underrated city located in the northern part of Austria on the River Danube. As the third largest city in Austria it as actually of major importance and also a great tourist destination with many interesting sights and activities. The great combination of historical buildings, stunning architecture, vast areas of …
Everything is bigger in Texas. This includes high school football stadiums, houses, hair, and even their flea markets. Texas plays host to some of the biggest and best flea markets in the country. Some flea markets are so big, they span cities. So, next time you are in the lone star state, check out one …
Salzburg is one of the most renowned cities in Austria and Europe, and has possibly the best-preserved old town centre full of beautiful baroque architecture which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This charming Austrian town is most famous for being the birthplace of the classical composer Mozart, but has so much more …