Latvia is one of Europe’s greenest countries, with 54 percent of the country covered in forests. It has an abundant network of rivers, lakes, and ponds. Latvia also has a coastal line of around 310 miles, along the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Riga. And you won’t run out of things to do in Latvia. It's capital, Riga, has over 800 years of history and is one of Europe’s most … [Read more...]
Fall Road Trip in the Baltics
Tallinn, Estonia The Baltic states of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia are members of the European Union and Schengen Agreement. Taking a road trip in the Baltics is easy. There are no borders to cross and money to exchange. You can pick up your car in Lithuania and drop it off in Estonia and vice versa for a minimal fee. Or opt to pick up and drop off at the same location for … [Read more...]
5 Things to Do in Moldova
The Republic of Moldova is situated in southeastern Europe bordered by Ukraine to the north, east and south and Romania to the west. Chisinau, the capital, is 286 miles (about a six and a half-hour drive) from Bucharest and 111 miles (a three-hour drive) from Odessa, Ukraine. This land-locked country started as a feudal state in 1359 and was a prosperous country during the … [Read more...]
5 Things to Do in Antigua Guatemala
Antigua Guatemala, founded by the Spanish in 1543, experienced over 200 years of fame and prosperity when it was the political, economic, cultural and religious center of Central America. This UNESCO-listed colonial city boasts of historic sites, colonial buildings, cobblestone streets and a vibrant mix of Spanish and pre-Columbian cultures. Located only 22 miles from … [Read more...]
5 Things to Do in Lake Atitlan Guatemala
In 2017, CN Traveler listed Lake Atitlan as one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. Set in the highlands, at 5,100 feet above sea level, surrounded by three majestic volcanoes and authentic Mayan villages, Lake Atitlan is the top tourist destination in Guatemala. Panajachel, the gateway and famous lakeside town in Lake Atitlan is 86 miles northwest of Guatemala City … [Read more...]
Top 5 Reasons to Visit Sri Lanka
If you’re on a quest for a truly authentic travel experience without a big budget, we suggest going to Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka, a teardrop-shaped island in the Indian Ocean, located south of India is only a one-and-a-half-hour flight from Male (the Maldives) and four hours 36 minutes from Dubai. It’s easy to combine your tour of Sri Lanka with both Dubai and the Maldives. … [Read more...]
5 Less Crowded European Destinations to Visit This Summer
Imagine waiting to see Mona Lisa in the Louvre and being blocked by obnoxious tourists who have no sense of queuing. Or battling with hordes of people with their selfie-sticks for a little space to stand on Prague’s Charles Bridge. For most families with school-aged kids, the only available time to take a grand European vacation is during summer. The problem is, summer … [Read more...]