Love it or hate it Tripadvisor is a staple in the world of travel, which though many can do without, it is always there, offering advice, guidance and apparently unbiased reviews of hotels, activities and destinations around the world. As seasoned travelers, my husband and I know well to take any review left on TripAdvisor …
There are few cultural festivals more elaborately celebrated than the Venice carnival in Italy. People from all over the world travel to this annual event. Some to participate in the costumed revelry, others to sight see and troll for photo opportunities. The city is picturesque enough in its own right. Add in the gilded masks, …
You love to travel, and who doesn’t love a great reason for a party? Now it’s the perfect time for both! Shake off the winter blues and let it all hang loose in some of the best Carnivals on the planet. From the samba schools of Rio de Janeiro to the Venetian masquerades, here are …
Wadi Rum is one of the most popular destinations in the Middle East. Known also as the Valley of the Moon is a valley cut into the sandstone and granite rock in southern Jordan 60 km (37 mi) to the east of Aqaba Our first night in Jordan’s magical Wadi Rum began with a sky-high …
Are you interested in going to see Petra in Jordan? Find out everything you need to know for a first time visit. One of the New Seven Wonders, the rose-red city of Petra, Jordan has hosted the filming of Indiana Jones, countless tourists and a number of notable international celebrities. Founded by the Nabataeans as …
Keen to take a road trip this summer? Thinking about going to Mexico? Great idea! There are lots of amazing places to go, especially close to the U.S. border. But there are some important things to know before driving in Mexico, and in this article I will share some top recommendations. A lot of changes …
