Historical events, culture, and beautiful scenery meet in Sicily, where the large fortresses are the greatest representatives of these traditions. The castles in Sicily are living reminders of the island’s glorious history, scattered all across the island of centuries of conquest, defense, and noble life. The castles, having been built by Arabs, Normans, Swabians, and …
Alternative Tourism
Venice is a city famous for its canals, bridges, and timeless allure, and it’s a miraculous place to visit throughout the year, even when the rain comes. Rain in Venice is often accompanied by the seasonal occurrence of acqua alta, when high tides temporarily inundate the low-lying areas, thus giving a unique visual experience as …
When the summer turns too hot and gets on your nerves, going to the beach is one of the simplest and most refreshing day trips from the Eternal City. Fortunately, some of the nearest beaches to Rome are less than an hour away, offering sandy shores, shallow waters, and a range of lively beach clubs …
South Africa is a beautiful country with a lot of amazing things to do, especially for people looking to get off the beaten track. South Africa is famous for having the longest wine route in the world, for the world’s smallest succulent plants, diverse landscapes, wildlife, and diverse culture, but South Africa also has incredible biodiversity and beautiful …
In the world of travel, Spain is famous for many things. Madrid, Barcelona, wine, gastronomy, and of course, the famous Spanish Riviera and its scenic Atlantic or Mediterranean coastlines. There are many famous beaches in Spain that most people would like to visit, some famous for being the party hubs of Europe (like Ibiza), others for being …
Orlando is a city famous for Disneyland and Universal Studios, and you might not think of it as a city that’s a nice Halloween destination but there are actually many haunted places in Orlando that dark tourism enthusiasts can visit. We have previously written about relaxing things to do in Orlando, unusual and hidden places, …
Minnesota is not the most popular state to visit, it’s actually one of the least visited states in the US but having this in mind, it still has some important historical sites. These forts are Minnesota’s historical VIPs, having seen the comings and goings of traders, soldiers, settlers, and more and in this article, we …
Florence is undoubtedly known for its world-class art and architecture, it also boasts a rich and quirky culture that can be explored in a variety of unique ways. From visiting a secret pharmacy that dates back centuries to climbing the hill where Leonardo da Vinci once attempted to fly (unsuccessfully), there are plenty of unusual …
Cape Town is one of only a few towns on Earth where you can get lost in the depths of nature during the day and experience clubbing in an urban metropolis at night. It’s one of the most popular holiday destinations (even voted as the best city in the world by the Telegraph) and there’s …
I know that a lot of you probably can’t even find Georgia on a map and you might be here searching for information about traveling to the US state of Georgia. If you did, don’t leave right away, and let me share a few things about Georgia, the country located at the crossroads between Europe …