TOURISM - TRAVEL NEWS

If you’re looking for some affordable destinations to put on your travel list for 2023, then I’ve got some perfect suggestions for you! I’ve been keeping this list for 10 years now and it never seizes to amaze me how wrong many ‘cheapest countries’ articles are. One top-listed article says Costa Rica is the cheapest destination in the Americas — umm, have they actually been? Another prominent … [Read more...]

Wow, what a year 2022 was.  Kati and I traveled to Italy, Sicily, Uganda, Kenya, Ecuador and the Galapagos.  We explored areas that we have always wanted, and our families even traveled with us on some destinations. Now it is close to the end of the year, and many people love to celebrate the New Year at some of the most iconic places in the world.  Kati and I unfortunately live in … [Read more...]

Some of our links are affiliated, we will earn a commission when you buy a service or product. This will have no extra cost for you. For further info please refer to our Privacy Policy Is Bangkok safe for travelers? YES and NO, and before I explain my answer I need to tell you a couple of things. First of all, we LOVE Bangkok, but it doesn’t mean that it’s a perfect city. It took me a while to … [Read more...]

Some of our links are affiliated, we will earn a commission when you buy a service or product. This will have no extra cost for you. For further info please refer to our Privacy Policy The French Riviera is one of the world’s most charming destinations. With its stunning landscapes, natural wonders, Mediterranean climate, and rich cultural heritage, it’s a dream holiday destination for many. And … [Read more...]

Granada is without a doubt my favorite city in Spain. The stunning Alhambra palace gives it a fairytale-like quality, while the city itself has such a wonderfully calm, unpretentious and bohemian atmosphere. I’ve now visited Granada thrice: once as a solo backpacker, once on a couples’ trip, and once on a family trip. Each time, I visited during a different season as well, giving me a more … [Read more...]

Skift Take Innovation continues to drive the travel industry forward. By bringing blockchain technology to the hotel booking space, a recently launched startup is adding a new dimension to the booking process and changing the way the hospitality and event industries interact with their customers. Liferewards.ai As travelers become more comfortable with … [Read more...]

This article may contain affiliate links where we make a small commission for purchases you make from links that you click from this article. For more details, read the disclosure page.Radisson Hotels are one of the smaller chains but are always strategically located in popular cities and are priced quite reasonably. If you're looking to stay in one for an upcoming trip and looking for ways to … [Read more...]

Granada is easily my favorite city in Spain. I like it so much that I’ve even been back three times! In experiencing Granada several times I noticed that where you stay has a huge effect on your experience. Let me share with you here some tips for the best hostels in Granada. (Psst, I also have some general Granada travel tips in another post.) Yep, Granada has a stunning UNESCO World … [Read more...]

Adventurous Kate contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks! As always, you have to take the good with the bad — especially so with travel! As many good moments as you have when you travel, there are plenty of awful moments that sneak their way in. It’s always a good reminder that travel is not an automatic pass … [Read more...]

Skift Take Skift Take: In this video from Skift Global Forum East 2022, we hear from Muzzammil Ahussain, executive vice president, travel, at Seera Group, about its Almosafer brand’s pivotal role in helping roll out Saudi Arabia’s 2030 travel and tourism initiatives. Almosafer In this video: Saudi Vision 2030: Insights around how Seera … [Read more...]

Skift Take In this video from Skift Global Forum East 2022, we hear from Chris Hartley, CEO of Global Hotel Alliance, on how independent properties can lower costs, unlock bigger revenue opportunities, and compete in an environment where big brands and online travel agencies rule the world. Global Hotel Alliance In this video: Global Hotel … [Read more...]

Adventurous Kate contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks! I’ve said a few times this year that I haven’t been reading as much as usual. Far less, in fact — as I type this I’ve only read about 30 books, far from my usual 60-80. One reason is that I’ve been working so hard on my new site, New Hampshire Way, and … [Read more...]

Here is a list of our top five hotels and resorts in the Gambia that can help you prepare for your upcoming trip. Aside from the things to do, as travelers, we should also consider where we should stay when traveling abroad. Depending on your travel style, you can choose a luxurious or budget-friendly one. This scenario is the same no matter where you’re going, this time we’ll discuss more about … [Read more...]

Are you planning to visit the Gambia soon? Read more below about the things to do in The Gambia so you can now prepare for your trip! The Gambia is a country in West Africa. It is popularly known for its beaches on the Atlantic coastline. It is also the smallest country in mainland Africa that’s why traveling around the country is very easy. However, planning is still necessary when going … [Read more...]

Tired of the snow and cold this winter?  Get out of the cold and head to a sunny, warm location.  Take a holiday and enjoy the beaches, the sunshine, and warm locations. For many, Christmas is a welcome time for coziness and family gatherings. We move closer together, light candles in the dark and eat loads of apple slices. But there is also another side to the Christmas season. Because … [Read more...]

Skift Take Now that pandemic-era travel restrictions have been lifted, Abu Dhabi is positioning itself to compete on a larger scale globally. The new “Experience Abu Dhabi: Find Your Pace” campaign seeks to capitalize on growing travel demand by spotlighting the unique and diverse experiences the destination offers. Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism Abu … [Read more...]

Montenegro is somewhere between a well-liked tourist destination/attraction and an undiscovered gem where most of its visitors choose calm vacations by the sea. However, Montenegro has much more to offer, and you can find many other amazing things to do in Montenegro. These are just a handful of the things you could engage in while visiting Montenegro. You can lay on the beach or pursue an … [Read more...]

This article may contain affiliate links where we make a small commission for purchases you make from links that you click from this article. For more details, read the disclosure page.Hands down, the most iconic property within Torres del Paine National Park is easily Hotel Las Torres. It's a hotel that is engrained with the fabric of Patagonia and an important part of its history, present, and … [Read more...]

Adventurous Kate contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks! 2022 was a year of beautiful travel moments. This year took me to nine countries — Mexico, the US, Czech Republic, Italy, Germany, Iceland, the UK, Portugal, and Austria — and nine new places that I named the best of 2022. Going through my monthly … [Read more...]

This article may contain affiliate links where we make a small commission for purchases you make from links that you click from this article. For more details, read the disclosure page.You’ve decided to visit Bora Bora’s pristine paradise – the stuff of which dreams are made. Good choice! Miles of white, sandy shores, translucent waters, and lush volcanic peaks complete this postcard-worthy … [Read more...]