Spending time on gaming consoles, computers, cellphones, tablets, and even in front of the television sometimes gets the best of us. While this can be useful or fun, you may not want a screen to dominate your next vacation. After all, you may feel that there would be no point…
A word about fortifications Medieval fortifications were used as a military defensive tactic used in Europe after the fall of the Western Roman Empire and up until the Renaissance Period. It was a popular strategy that worked in many cases. As a proof, their almost intact structures can be admired…
Europe is rich with history, art, and architecture, from the displays of Paris to the ancient ruins of Greece. Each of these hotels captures the essence of the continent while also offering the larger pleasures you’d expect from a honeymoon resort, such as unique pools, world-class spas, and breathtaking views.…
Get ready to have your mind blown and your personal space challenged in this quirky town that takes the concept of ‘open-air living’ to a whole new level. Welcome to the scenic province of Cádiz, Spain, where the village of Setenil can turn claustrophobia into a hilarious game of hide-and-seek!…
Having resided in Spain for ten months now, I feel I know fairly well what I can expect from the country’s cities and villages. You have the plaza mayor, the wide open square enclosed on all four sides by century’s old buildings, and which typically houses both the ayuntamiento (town…
Since most of you appreciate unconventional tourism, we figured we would dedicate a post to small town and villages, as a holiday alternative to crowded, famous cities. When traveling to Europe this year, why not consider experiencing the charm of a small medieval town, or the heath of a fresh…
Portofino is a small Italian fishing village and tourist resort at the Mediterranean Sea, located in the province of Genoa on the Italian Riviera. It is said that Portofino was founded by the Romans who first named the place “Portus Delphini” (“Port of the Dolphin”), because of the dolphins that…
