Sustainable tourism, also known as responsible tourism or ecotourism, refers to the practice of visiting a place as a tourist while minimizing the negative impact on the environment, supporting local communities, and preserving cultural heritage…

Are you someone who gets excited just thinking about airport snacks and hotel mini shampoos? Or maybe you’re flirting with the idea of packing a bag and finally using that passport that’s been sitting in a drawer since 2009? (You’ll probably want to think about renewing that passport…

Many classic novels are set against the backdrop of real-world landmarks, and visiting these places can bring those beloved stories to life. Here are 10 literary landmarks that should be on the bucket list of every classic book lover…

My mother was ahead of her time when it came to nutrition. She introduced salads early. Iceberg lettuce and tomato wedges, topped with orange Catalina dressing. For lunch, my mother mixed 2% cottage cheese with fruit cocktail or canned peaches…

What most inspires your holiday decisions? Do you pick a destination that’s always appealed to you and then look for somewhere to stay, or throw caution to the wind and book a dream hotel that you’ve read about, regardless of where it is? For most of us…

Travel can be wonderful at any age, it just may take a little more consideration when older, especially if you are not as mobile as you once were. That said, I am a great traveller and spent a year travelling the world on my own in my 60s. It was one of the best decisions of my entire life…

There’s something truly magical about a trip that tantalizes not just your eyes but all your senses, especially your taste buds! Food and wine travel offers an immersive way to experience culture, history, and artistry through flavors that tell a story. Whether you’re a casual foodie…

How often do we base our entire image of a destination on what we know of just one small part of it? You certainly wouldn’t be the first to dismiss the idea of a holiday in Lombardy – it’s so easy to associate it almost exclusively with its capital city of Milan. But travel beyond Milan…

Looking for the ultimate retreat to soothe your body and calm your mind? In this article about the best countries for spa lovers and relaxation seekers, you’ll find destinations that blend healing waters, expert treatments, and local traditions. Each country on this list offers world-class…

There’s no shortage of world-class museums and galleries in Italy but a visit to a lesser-known, smaller attraction delivers a crowd-free and often equally enriching alternative. These hidden pint-sized gems don’t have the size and grandeur of the country’s big hitters but they’re a great way to step straight into the local culture and history […]