Clifftop viewpoints, levada walks, volcanic pools: Madeira has plenty of headline grabbers. But few places are as instantly recognizable as the “Santana houses”: small, triangular cottages with candy-bright trims and thick thatched roofs that sweep almost to the ground. If you’ve seen a postcard of Madeira, chances are you’ve seen…
Imagine strolling through a sunlit Lisbon alley, walls alive with intricate blue-and-white patterns telling stories of voyages and saints. These are Portugal’s beloved azulejos – the glazed ceramic tiles that adorn everything from grand cathedrals to humble tavern walls. In this travelogue, we delve into the history of azulejos (including…
There’s something special about desert towns. These locations give a breather from all else, whether it’s their dreamscape, dry environment, spiritual energy, or unique flora and fauna. Even better, they have modern amenities, yet you could leave it for some peacefulness. Four big American deserts, such as the Mojave, Great…
There’s nothing quite like an RV vacation. In many ways, they offer the best of everything; modern RVs are a far cry from the basic designs of the past – you can now travel around in something akin to a luxury hotel on wheels. That said, getting yourself ready for…
Family vacations often end up leading to the best memories you and your kids can have together, and they’re a great way to bond. At least, that’s what happens when you’re having a great trip with them. Thankfully, planning this out and making sure it goes well doesn’t have to…
For those unaware, an eSIM is your best friend while traveling. You activate it via your phone, and then it gives you full access to a country’s mobile network. Instead of paying for international roaming fees or being charged for calls outside of your home country, you pay for the…
Go Up in a Hot Air Balloon If you have never risen up to the heavens in a hot air balloon, you do not know what you are missing. Rising into the air on the wind while the heat and balloon take you further up into the sky is an…
We like to believe that travel will automatically relax us. That the moment we change locations, the stress will fall away and everything will feel lighter. But for many of us, the opposite happens. We bring our habits with us. The rushing, the overthinking, the quiet pressure to make every…
For the most part, booking short city breaks looks simple on paper. You book your flights, you get the hotel sorted, and you have a loose list of things you want to do and see. However, what about the other bit in between? Are there parts of the trip that…
If you are a frequent traveler who spends more time off on amazing adventures than at home, you might need to take care of some important things upon returning home. Here is a quick list to get you started so you can get back to your next vacation when you…
