Vienna is a wonderful city to visit on an Austrian vacation, but so are destinations such as Salzburg, Innsbruck, and Graz… and they are very convenient to reach. This article is aimed at non-winter sports enthusiasts. That is a subject which should be explored totally separately. The intention here is to highlight other cities which […]
Archive December 2018
Eco-Friendly Travel on Australian Vacations
Everything we do, including travel, impacts the world around us. This impact can be positive, such as the money that we spend at local businesses and restaurants going to support families that live in the destinations we visit. But it can also be negative, such as the weight of our steps walking on ancient stones […]
Four Ideal City Breaks on a Central Europe Vacation (Part 1)
Steeped in history, culture, and architectural beauty, here are four cities well worth exploring on a Central Europe vacation. Budapest, Hungary Divided into “Buda” on the hilly side of the Danube, and “Pest,” which contains the city’s core, Budapest sits at the crossroads between Germanic, Slavic, and Balkan Europe, maintaining a Hungarian identity all its […]
Four Ideal City Breaks on a Central Europe Vacation (Part 2)
Previous: Four Ideal City Breaks on a Central Europe Vacation (Part 1) Steeped in history, culture, and architectural beauty, here are four cities well worth exploring on a Central Europe vacation. Krakow, Poland Krakow is Poland’s most beautiful and popular city. It has a convenient location near the borders of Czechia and Slovakia and makes for […]
Meet the Big Five and More on a Uganda Tour
As home to more than half the world’s population of endangered mountain gorillas, Uganda tops the bucket lists of travel enthusiasts seeking to come face to face with a majestic silverback in the wild. In addition to the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity of gorilla tracking, a diverse range of nature, wildlife, and cultural activities await in the […]
Top Theatre Experiences to Have While Globetrotting (that aren’t Broadway or the West End!)
You’re a Globetrotter, and a theatre fan. You know first-hand the pain of giving up tickets to a hot show because it clashes with your next adventure. The struggle between these dual passions can be real, but there is a way to combine them. We’re not talking about pilgrimages to La Scala, Palais Garnier, or […]
Australia is Made to Discover
Experiencing Australia means going beyond the city breaks. Sure, you can easily spend a week in the big east coast cities without getting bored. But to see the real highlights of this vast country, you need to “get out there” and discover the diverse landscapes, wildlife, and experiences Australia travel has to offer. Fortunately, Australia […]
Hong Kong: Asia’s World City
Even if you’ve never been to Hong Kong, you’re probably aware of its appeal. Known as “Asia’s World City,” Hong Kong is one of the most bustling and vibrant cities on the planet. You can find anything you’re looking for here, from historical highlights to breathtaking views to incredible dishes from most every international cuisine […]
Eating Your Way Through a France Vacation
Not to belittle the history or the landmarks, but the food is arguably the main highlight of a France vacation. The French gave us modern cuisine and have cultivated the world’s foremost gastronomic culture, so you can expect excellent food when you travel through the country. Of course, there’s the question of what to eat […]
Hanoi vs Ho Chi Minh City on Your Vietnam Vacation
In one of the world’s most intriguing countries, what differences can you expect between Hanoi in the north and Ho Chi Minh City in the south? Where should you focus your Vietnam vacation if you only have time for one? Many countries claim to be lands of contrast, but few offer a difference as stark […]
