On the southeastern coast of China, just across the strait from Taiwan, sits the city of Xiamen, also known as Amoy. While the huge cities of Beijing, Shanghai, and Xi’an pull in hordes of tourists from China and abroad, this island city of just under 4 million people often gets overlooked. With a long history as one of China’s...
Millions of Britons look forward to a fortnight or so in the sun each year, for some it involves lazing on the beach, for others a high adrenaline, fun-packed trip is more up their street.
Unfortunately, what starts out as your dream holiday can turn into a nightmare if you have an accident. Whether you are on the ski slopes...
Whether you’re on a tight budget or splurging on an expensive vacation, there are myriad ways for you to find the perfect spot to lay your head…without having to settle for a roach motel.
The best part? You can plan the whole thing online. Quick and easy. Isn’t the Internet a beautiful thing?
Hostels
For those who don’t have a whole lot...
On the far frontier of Eastern Europe (or, alternatively, Western Asia) lies a Black Sea whose very name conjures images of dreary skies and icy, tumultuous sea water.
The Black Sea’s moody waves lap against the shores of six different countries — Russia, Georgia, Turkey, Bulgaria, Romania and the Ukraine, and each of these countries has a long and distinct...
Denver’s Old West charm mixed with modern attractions make it a solid choice for a long weekend. It’s the sort of city you can get to know over just a few days by exploring its museums, knocking back a few brews in its pubs, and of course visiting the parks and walking its trails. In this uber-fit city, it...
The best of India Festivals.
In any country, visiting during a traditional festival can provide a closer look at the local culture. In India, it’s no different, as the sights, sounds, and tastes of each celebration showcase the beliefs and traditions unique to that area. Here are some of the most exciting festivals in India you won’t want to miss.
Kumbh...
If you tell someone you’re going to Peru, no doubt the first assumption he or she will make is that you’re going to Peru to see Machu Picchu – that iconic, 15th-century ‘lost city’ of the Incas that sits high in the mountains, contains a plethora of architectural mysteries, and is still one of the most recognizable stone sites...
With the Olympics coming to the UK this summer, many London families will choose to holiday at that time to avoid the mad crush of the crowds and festivities. Or, if they are sport fans they might prefer to stay for the Games and travel abroad later in the year to brighten up those cold, dreary winter months. Here...
Many people have never used the services of a personal travel advisor before, but they can be invaluable when it comes to be safe abroad.
If you thought holiday advisors were just for the rich and famous, then you may be surprised to know that every year thousands of UK holidaymakers get expert advice on a wide range of travel...
There is a freedom afforded by taking a driving holiday that comes with very few other kinds of holiday. The ability to roam the open roads, stopping where you want and sleeping where you want without being tied to any predetermined itinerary is a feeling that has to be experienced to be appreciated. This is particularly prevalent if you...
