There is something unmistakably magical about a total solar eclipse. It is not just about the diamond ring effect or the shadows cast on the earth but the change in atmosphere as well. The further the sun inches behind the moon, the stranger the world becomes. It is almost as if the whole world stops [...]

A great holiday destination when winter has gotten the better of your spirit and skin colour, Antigua offers endless sandy beaches where travellers can relax and unwind. Of course, there is a lot more to do in Antigua than just lay on the beach. Not that lying on the beach is a problem for most, [...]

If you like to live life to the extreme and experience it to the fullest you may want to consider a storm-chasing holiday. America’s tornado alley is famous for its storm season that runs from April through to June.  However tornados can appear at any time of the year and in the south the main [...]

Timing is crucial with any cruise, but it may be even more important with Norway cruises. The country can offer the midnight sun to travellers during some seasons, and the dazzling lights of the Aurora Borealis at other times. The famous midnight sun of Norway must be experienced during the summer. A cruise during Norway’s [...]

The Mekong Delta snakes through Vietnam’s ‘Rice Basket’, providing those that travel down the river a fascinating glimpse into Vietnamese country life.  The locals around this area have worked on and around the river for generations, yet they are all too happy to greet ‘outsiders’ and show them their way of life. One of the [...]

Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia, a region that is semi-autonomous, with many of its residents preferring to be completely independent from Spain. Despite their fierce nationalism, the people of Barcelona love to share their country and their culture with foreign tourists. In summer, the warm Mediterranean evenings do not encourage sleep and Barcelona is [...]

Venturing into the rainforest requires preparation beforehand, ensuring you have the essential items packed will make the time more enjoyable once you reach your destination.  Most of the items will normally be packed to go on a holiday, but there are some items that will make quite a big difference, such as insect repellent.  It [...]

You couldn’t ask for much more from a holiday destination like Majorca, it has a variety of things to see and for young and old alike, for solo travellers and for families. The Balearic islands may be known as party islands to many but they do offer a lot more than that and Majorca is [...]

There are many ways to go about getting a holiday apartment in Poland’s capital city. Searching online is the easiest and quickest option and many results will be obtained. The area of Warsaw sought out by the traveller has an immense impact on the selection of apartments available to them. The city centre of Warsaw [...]

Visitors to Croatia are sure to be impressed, not only by the rugged and untouched landscape, but also by the people’s respect for the past and their reliance on tradition to maintain their lifestyle. The culture of the region goes back 1,400 years and buildings, villages and other structures, have been preserved for the enjoyment [...]