Share The Article Last Updated 8 mins ago Ever travel to a place that’s been hyped up as the ultimate paradise only to discover it’s an unbearable tourist trap? For me, that was Albufeira, supposedly one of the Algarve’s magical ‘hidden gems’. Picture bland, overpriced food, tourist-overloaded beaches, and what should be captivating streets completely […]
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Share The Article Last Updated 8 hours ago Looking for an idyllic escape for some sweet winter sun? The answer used to be Oaxaca before towns like Puerto Escondido grew too fast. But don’t fret; there’s a secret beach getaway home to a welcome community of laid-back locals ready to welcome you with open arms. […]
Share The Article Last Updated 2 months ago You’re not imagining things: Everyone seems to have been to Bali! Bali is an overwhelmingly popular tourist hotspot. During the first half of 2024, it welcomed almost 3 million foreign visitors, and 45.4% of all visitors to Indonesia visit the island to enjoy its rich […]
Share The Article Last Updated 40 seconds ago Vespa rides into blood-orange sunsets, ancient monuments dating back millennia, village-hopping around a picturesque Tuscany: Italy is probably Europe’s most sought-after destination regardless of season, and it requires no introduction. From the winding cobbled streets of Trastevere in Rome to Amalfi’s romantic seaside setting, the area is […]
Share The Article Last Updated 2 months ago Who wants to grab a pint? Well, you don’t have to be a copycat and go to Dublin to do so. Ireland is known for real beer (sorry, Budweiser!), traditional pubs, and a killer accent. Okay, they’re known for a lot more than bars and funny lingo, […]
Share The Article Last Updated 58 mins ago Leaves may already be turning brown across much of Northern Europe, not to mention the heavy floods now affecting multiple destinations, but the further south you go, the sunnier it gets, and when it comes to one of the southernmost spots, temperatures are pretty much summer-high still: […]
Share The Article Last Updated 22 mins ago If you’re planning on heading to Europe this season but you’ve been taken aback by the staggeringly high prices and reports of mass tourism even as summer peters out, hear me out: Instead of jetting off to Barcelona, where you might be welcomed to ‘Go Home!‘ chants, […]
Share The Article Last Updated 2 weeks ago People opt for all-inclusive resorts for a variety of different reasons. For some, it’s the endless amounts of food and drinks; others spend countless hours poolside, and the rest may simply want to unwind in paradise, enjoying all the posh amenities like complimentary room service. My recent […]