Visiting Russia in winter is both a sight to behold and a test for survival. Snow-covered cathedrals that rise high above the city, frozen rivers that glint in wan sunlight, and ice-creaking streets that reverberate to the pounding of boots — the country is a winter fairy tale. But it’s not a test for wimps.… Continue reading Visiting Russia in Winter – What You Need to Know
As the snowflakes start falling and the Austrian alpine peaks are crested white, the whole of Austria is transformed into a fairy-tale winter wonderland. Christmas in Austria is not a celebration, actually—it’s an affair of the senses, a full-sensory experience of balmy traditions, centuries-old bazaars, jingling music, and postcard-pretty landscapes. For those who have always… Continue reading Where to Celebrate a Magical White Christmas in Austria
Travelling to Lapland during mid-winter is like traveling to a fantasy land. Picture this world with the light softly painted in pale hues, every tree dressed in snow, and quiet descending on the frozen forest. Time no longer exists in Lapland. The mad rhythm of daily life dissolves, making way for the thud of boot-kicking… Continue reading Experiencing a Winter Wonderland in Lapland, Finland
Solo Travel in Thailand is one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences worth the pristine sunsets, scenic locations, and mouth-watering food. Thailand has been dubbed the “Land of Smiles,” and rightfully so. The people are generally warm, the cuisine is first-class, and the landscape? Straight out of a postcard. But if you’re sitting at home thinking about… Continue reading Solo Travel in Thailand – Safety, Culture, and Beaches
Greenock Ocean Terminal is set for an exciting period of cruise ship arrivals, with 11 ships scheduled to dock between May 19 and May 30, 2025. This surge in traffic highlights the port’s rising prominence as a key destination on the cruise circuit. The scheduled arrivals include a mix of vessels, from smaller expedition ships… Continue reading Greenock will see 11 cruise ships arrive in 12 days
A British Airways traveler, Catherine Snowdon, a BBC journalist, got into a bewildering bureaucratic muddle after traveling on a flight the airline subsequently stated she had never been aboard. Even though she had a valid boarding pass, passed through security, and reached her destination, BA’s computer didn’t record her as being on the plane. When… Continue reading I flew from Heathrow to Madrid, but British Airways says I wasn’t on board
Old Sarum Castle, nestled just a few miles above Salisbury city, has been named one of the UK’s finest castles by The Telegraph — and it is not hard to understand why. The ancient site has more than 5,000 years of history, having been an Iron Age hillfort and then subsequently a Roman settlement, a… Continue reading Old Sarum Castle was named one of the best in the UK by The Telegraph
Hampshire’s Paultons Park unveils its largest development yet, spending £12 million on a new Viking-themed sector called Valgard, all set to open in the year 2026. The new sector will appeal to families with teenagers and older children, building on its record-breaking Peppa Pig World to appeal to a wider audience. Valgard will have two… Continue reading Plans revealed for £12m Viking world at theme park
Thousands of locals all over the Canary Islands marched through their streets in protest at mass tourism, urging their government to act to save their community and surroundings. Protests were seen right around Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, and Fuerteventura, with more than 7,000 on Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s streets alone. Spurred by “The Canary Islands… Continue reading Mass tourism in the Canary Islands sparks protests over unsanitary conditions
So you’re dreaming of Thailand—turquoise beaches, spicy street food, tuk-tuk-lined Bangkok nights, and maybe a little elephant sanctuary playtime. Sounds perfect, right? But before you break out that palm print shirt and hit the airport, there’s something new on your pre-trip to-do list: Thailand’s Digital Arrival Card (TDAC). Yes, it’s official. Starting May 1, 2025,… Continue reading Thailand’s new digital arrival card – Is it mandatory for every tourist?
