The 8 best places to visit in Panama

There’s so much more to Panama than its world-famous waterway. Yes, its canal is a whopper – and something you won't want to miss – but this Central American country offers lots more besides. With myriad islands, wildlife-rich tropical forests, and miles of pristine coastline on two oceans, it'll keep you under its spell for weeks. Squeezed…

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Best time to visit Belize

Tiny, tropical Belize is where Spanish-flavoured Central America meets the captivating culture of the Caribbean, but it pays to think about when to go. You’ll get the best out of Belize’s Mayan ruins, vine-draped rainforests and the largest barrier reef outside of Australia during the dry season from December to April. At other times, crowds…

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Visit Panama on a budget

Panama spoils its visitors – cosmopolitan cities, incredible stretches of sand and wild countryside that is a gift to adventure tourism. But all this doesn't mean it's only for those with deep pockets – traveling here is cheaper than traveling in Europe, Canada or the United States but a little pricier than Guatemala, Honduras or El…

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12 ways to save money while traveling in South Africa

One of the main appeals of South Africa – apart from its wildlife, beaches, cities, culture, cuisine, mountains, desert, forest, wineries and museums, of course – is its affordability. Luxury comes cheaper here than in many parts of the world, eating out is largely very cost effective for the visitor, and big ticket activities, while…

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Cape Town on a budget

One of Cape Town’s greatest strengths is its diversity. It runs through the city’s landscape, its cultures, the people, the food – and the range of budgets catered for. The rand is generally fairly weak compared to many currencies, so South Africa is quite an affordable destination if you’re coming from Europe, Oceania or North…

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Cape Town’s 7 best neighborhoods: get to know the Mother City

Known as the Mother City in South Africa, Cape Town is famous for its dramatic views, white beaches and, of course, the iconic Table Mountain. The city’s neighborhoods each have their own unique character and charm, giving travelers the opportunity to explore the distinctive local culture for themselves. While it is possible to get a…

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What you need to know before traveling to Zürich

Welcome to Zürich, a beautiful city nestled in the heart of Switzerland. As a Swiss-Italian content creator I've traveled the world, but always feels most at home in the Alps. Zürich is for me the perfect mix of Alpine closeness and tranquility with a buzzing city life, which is why I've lived here for over 10…

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