Category: Attractions

King Khufu's 4,500-year-old solar boat transferred to Egypt's Grand New Museum

King Khufu’s 4,500-year-old solar boat transferred to Egypt’s Grand New Museum

By on Sep 04, 2021 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Events, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany

The Grand Egyptian Museum is set to open in 2021 and, according to its website, it will be one of the world’s “biggest, most modern, and most famous museums.” It is also expected to attract roughly 15,000 visitors per day, which is three times the current number of visits to the Tahrir Square museum. The […]

Hidden gems in the Greater Blue Mountains National Park

Hidden gems in the Greater Blue Mountains National Park

By on Aug 31, 2021 in Attractions, Australia, Going Out, Oceania, Regions

If you love uncovering something new in a familiar destination, then this one’s for you. The spectacular Greater Blue Mountains National Park, located on Sydney’s doorstep, is brimming with hidden gems. Here’s some off-the-beaten track inspiration for when we can travel next. Enjoy village life If you venture west along the Great Western Highway, Mount Victoria is […]

10 ways to feel nostalgic in New South Wales

10 ways to feel nostalgic in New South Wales

By on Aug 30, 2021 in Attractions, Australia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany

Many of us are daydreaming about holidays gone by right now, and where we might go next. Recapture the nostalgic spirit of the good old days of warm weather trips including farm stays, milkshakes and fish and chips on the sand. Whether you want to revisit your favourite camping spot or explore the vintage stores in country towns, here are 10 memory-making travel ideas across Sydney and NSW. Order an ice-cream […]

5 best beaches on Miyako-jima, Japan

5 best beaches on Miyako-jima, Japan

By on Aug 17, 2021 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Japan, Regions

Many things may spring to mind when someone says “Japan”, but it is likely that white sand beaches and turquoise waters are not among them. Best known perhaps for a richness of culture, a deep rooted history, or even as the country that offers arguably the worlds best powder skiing, its merits as a beach […]

The best beaches near to Barcelona

The best beaches near to Barcelona

By on Aug 08, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

There is no shortage of excellent beaches in and around the Catalan capital. Most visitors to Barcelona will be aware of the city beaches, such as Barceloneta, that are just a stone’s throw from the centre. While these beaches that neighbour the city are great for a last- minute decision to have a beach day, […]

7 reasons to visit Liverpool

7 reasons to visit Liverpool

By on Aug 05, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Looking out across the Irish Sea and to the world beyond, Liverpool has its own take on life. In its heyday, in the early decades of the twentieth century, Liverpool was the gateway to the world. The warm and welcoming locals, the Scousers, with that unique singing accent, usually see the funny side of life. […]

The rugged landscape of Dinas Dinlle beach near Caernarfon

Discover the Blue Flag beaches of North Wales

By on Jul 31, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

North Wales has long been a popular place for visitors and day-trippers, partly due to its accessibility and proximity to the English border, but also due to the stunning coastline that surrounds the mountainous region of Wales.  In this area of North Wales, you’ll find the regions of Conwy, Denbighshire, Gwynedd and Ynys Môn (or […]

6 of the best ways to experience the Cultural Heart of Germany

6 of the best ways to experience the Cultural Heart of Germany

By on Jul 27, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe

As normality slowly returns to our lives, and more and more people are vaccinated, our ability to travel also gradually improves. Should you happen to find yourself in the regions of Saxony and Thuringia, known as the Cultural Heart of Germany, here’s  a selection of top experiences, including magical bridges and trails in gloriously unspoilt […]

The Norfolk wetlands

7 things you shouldn’t miss when visiting Norfolk

By on Jul 25, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The East of England county of Norfolk’s charms is as broad as its famous Broads. Far from being the flatlands of the East, Norfolk is a county full of pleasant surprises, the first being that it’s the most temperate and sunny county in the UK.  Known as being the place that the British aristocracy call […]

Lavertezzo Village

The most beautiful villages in Ticino, Switzerland

By on Jul 22, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Switzerland, Western Europe

From the summits of its mountains to the shores of its lakes, the Canton of Ticino is dotted with a vast number of towns and villages, each with its fascinating past and unique personality. However, there are six that glow with even more splendor and that make tourists who visit them immediately fall in love, […]

5 things to do in Palma de Mallorca

5 things to do in Palma de Mallorca

By on Jul 22, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Since the advent of mass tourism in the 1950s, Palma has been transformed into a tourist destination. This has contributed to a huge change in the city’s traditions, its language, and its economic power. The boom in tourism has caused Palma to grow significantly. In 1960, Mallorca received 500,000 visitors, in 1997 it received more […]

The 3 places in the world to be stripped of their UNESCO World Heritage status

The 3 places in the world to be stripped of their UNESCO World Heritage status

By on Jul 21, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Middle East, Oman, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The announcement today that Liverpool is being stripped of its World Heritage status will come as a huge disappointment to people throughout Merseyside and beyond. But did you know that this is not the first time the UN has used its powers to strip a site of its World Heritage status? Since UNESCO World Heritage […]

The 10 best beaches of northern Sardinia

The 10 best beaches of northern Sardinia

By on Jul 20, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

The marvellous island of Sardinia boasts a special charm and some of the most beautiful beaches of the Mediterranean: from the rich northern coast to the western wild beaches and the eastern cliffs overlooking the sea. The most beautiful beaches of northern Sardinia offer fine white sand, pristine waters, and stunning coves. They are often […]

5 captivating photo-adventure tours in South America

5 captivating photo-adventure tours in South America

By on Jul 18, 2021 in Adventure Travel, Argentina, Attractions, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Venezuela

Pent up for more than a year, traveling shutterbugs are more than ever wanting to spread their wings and again starting exploring the world. Many amateur and professional photographers alike are interested in avoiding the classic tourist mass and/or visiting places during the best-lit seasons for landscape photography, street scenes and underwater shots, as well […]

The best beaches in the Canary Islands

The best beaches in the Canary Islands

By on Jul 08, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

The Canary Islands are known as “las afortunadas”, meaning “the lucky ones” in Spanish, and it’s easy to see why. Boasting thousands of kilometres of coastline and year-round good weather, the archipelago is home to hundreds of incredible beaches that attract tourists from all corners of the world. Playa de El Golfo, Lanzarote Located on […]

The Big Island: massive activities

The Big Island: massive activities

By on Jul 05, 2021 in Attractions, Going Out, Hawaii, North America, Regions, USA

The Big Island of Hawaii is built on an active volcano and some dormant ones, which, when measured from the seafloor to the summit, is over 33,496 feet tall. There are endless activity options, so how to spend your precious holiday time? Hawaii Volcanoes National Park The top of the active volcano is usually the […]