There’s no better way to get a local perspective on life in Cuba than behind the wheel of a car. Even though Cuba’s roads – even the highways – can be in bad condition and signage for drivers is scarce, the open road will open your heart to an island filled with wonders. From a one-day…
I was last-week-years old when I learned about the Irish diaspora in Argentina. I won’t go into it, but the point is: this is why we travel. Or at least why I do: to learn and expand my knowledge of the world. In this case, I didn’t even get on a plane! I hopped on…
With its roadside stalls selling everything from fresh fruit to roasted corn and numerous small towns that offer a glimpse into local life and culture, taking a road trip in Kenya is a rewarding way to get to know the country. The joy also lies in being able to stop off where you like. When…
Before you head to Ghana to dive into the calming waters lapping Labadi Beach and shamelessly stuff your face with jollof rice (one of this West African country’s staple dishes), just one thing stands in your way – getting a tourist visa. Depending on your nationality, applying for a visa to Ghana can be a…
There’s no drink quite like champagne. Popping open a bottle instantly conjures up images of celebration and glamor and makes even an ordinary occasion something special. A trip to the region is of course a must for wine lovers and gastronomes, but it also offers a welcome break in nature as you drive past sloping…
Travel Trade Maldives (TTM) has announced that the exhibitor and visitor registrations are now open for TTM Maldives 2023. TTM Maldives is the leading international travel trade show held in…
There is nowhere in the US quite like New Orleans. This unique city sits at a sort of space-time intersection that mixes up elements of Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, and of course, North America. Each neighborhood offers something special. You can dine on Vietnamese food married to Southern grits in the shadow of a giant Latin…
When you’d like a break from meandering the hilly, cobblestoned streets of Lisbon, head to one of these destinations for a great day trip. From surfing hubs and romantic mountain towns to emerging art destinations and heritage sites, be inspired to explore beyond the capital of Portugal with this list of places that are only a short…
From the stately monuments of Castle Hill to a revitalized industrial quarter on the banks of the Danube, each of Budapest’s neighborhoods has a distinct personality that gradually changes as you cross from one kerület (district) into another. Similar to the arrondissements in Paris, each district fans out in a clockwise direction, beginning at Buda…
To put it politely, getting around San José is always an adventure. The capital of Costa Rica started as several different towns, which gradually merged together over a landscape of rolling hills. The city has experienced rapid growth in recent decades, along with bold experiments in “urban renewal.” The resulting street patterns can be confusing,…