Each year, a number of publications including The Economist, EIU, and Mercer announce “The World’s Most Liveable Cities,” inspiring a flurry of social media sharing and a few inevitable raised eyebrows. One of our favourite lists is the annual Monocle…
If you’re dreaming of the eccentric architecture of Barcelona, or the warm, romantic images of Andalusia, you’re not alone. But too many globetrotters embark on Spain tours not knowing what to do in Madrid. That’s a shame considering this is one…
Every historic structure has a tale to tell, especially when they are world-renowned. We are all aware of the following list of attractions, but perhaps unaware of the story behind them. Just to experience them is one thing, but to…
On a trip to Spain, you can explore the country’s various islands, each featuring a charm of its own. The islands of Spain fall into two main groups, the Balearic Islands, situated just off the south-east coast of the mainland,…
Winter is over. As the worldwide television sensation Game of Thrones comes to an end, its popularity has never been higher. And in addition to the dragons, ice zombies, and castle sieges that the show brought us, it also delivered…
Barcelona is one of those mythic cities people never forget visiting when on their Spain vacation. Like Paris or Venice, its name takes on a certain level of whimsy, perhaps fitting for the city of artists including Picasso, Dali, and…
When I was travelling through Eastern Europe with my wife (then girlfriend), we’d comment on how our trip could be mistaken for a pilgrimage due to all the churches we were visiting. Every day brought with it some new medieval…
As the northern summer comes to a close, you might find yourself thinking “Next summer, I’m taking that trip to Europe.” Maybe you wanted to go this year and things didn’t quite work out. Maybe another opportunity came up, or…
All over the world are walking tours and treks which have been established and enjoyed by thousands. They don’t have to be strenuous, although some are not for couch potatoes. In this article, I have singled out 8 iconic walking…
Buenos dias! Thinking of adding a different layer to your extended South America or Spain vacation by brushing up on your Spanish? Here are some of the best countries for prospective Spanish learners who still want a great Globetrotting adventure.…
The most outstanding sites on a Europe vacation are numerous and should not be missed. What’s on your bucket list? My intention here is to highlight the top 10 iconic sites in Europe, natural or otherwise, that are my favourites…
The concept of “snowbirding” is familiar to a lot of North Americans, particularly those looking to escape the chilly winter for a month or more at a time. It might mean Florida, Arizona, the Caribbean, Mexico, or even further south…
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