If you are thinking about a vacation in the south of Spain, one would usually plan for the summertime, right? During the summer Sevillanos keep their cool by avoiding the midday sun and drinking their beer as cold as possible. However, admittedly sightseeing in hot temperatures is not the most pleasant thing to do for […]
Ireland is a beautiful country full of interesting places, but none are more visited than the city of Dublin. The Irish capital boasts an appealing mix of modern European class and traditional Irish charm. Dublin is full of important historical sites as well as contemporary tourist attractions. The city is also known for its elegant […]
Even for those travelers who treat our phones quite casually, it can’t have escaped notice that a phone just isn’t a phone anymore. In fact, these days, your phone is probably a ‘smartphone.’ One of those fangled devices we hear you mutter that has more buttons and blinking lights than it should ever truly need?
Cyprus is a small island off the eastern coast of the Mediterranean and for decades has managed to punch well above its weight on the tourist front. Ayia Napa continues to attract the young and hip crowds. Lemesos is starting to establish itself as a seaside destination receiving hordes of tourists flocking there every year. […]
If you’re planning a beach vacation this summer, or perhaps planning an adventure trip around water sports, swimming or surfing for example or if you’re simply lucky enough to live on the coast, there’s a possibility you’ll encounter a rip current. Rip currents are strong currents flowing out to sea, perpendicular to the shoreline. They […]
So you’ve got your credit card, passport, foreign currency, and camera tucked into a fully laden backpack and you’ll be picking up sunscreen and any last minute forgets on your way to the airport. What else do you need? How about any anti-theft devices you might have gathering dust in the house? No one wants […]
Speaking in very general terms the City of Light embodies timeless elegance like no other city. However, Paris also has a very different side. The urban side of the city is a little rougher around the edges. So, art in Paris will be on display in no other place than in the streets. The city […]
Many travelers find the open road thrilling, the enthralling experience of driving across a vast open expanse of the road while just stopping occasionally for fuel and rest. The road trip is coming back in full force as it is cheaper to hit the road than fly. No matter what the route, there are six […]
That wonderful time of year has arrived again. You have endured months of hard work and now you can start thinking about planning a trip, that blissful escape from your everyday working routine. Five unique travel destinations to explore will provide insights and overview of different places to visit. With all of the hustle and […]
With the world economy in near shambles and a steady slow growth, the only thing anyone can hope for, it was only a matter of time before destinations of fun and leisure began showing signs of distress. Many travelers also are having second thoughts about taking a trip or postponing their travel plans indefinitely. That […]
For the adventure traveler that prefers the ocean waves, most popular underwater pursuits are not without risk from marine life. Jellyfish (more properly, jellies) are fascinating creatures. But, a diver or swimmers’ first encounter with them can be a painful one and frightening experience. In one of our offbeat Globetrooper features, we study how to […]
Barcelona is an incredibly popular European city for travelers of all ages and interests. Young explorers, in particular, seem enthralled by the cities diversity. Indeed, no city in Europe mixes cosmopolitan style with regional flair quite like Barcelona. The city’s well-kept public spaces and diverse population give it a modern, international feel. At the same […]
Botswana is a remarkable part of Africa and a must-see destination for adventure travelers seeking something fresh, engaging and inspirational. What are the top five safari destinations to see in Botswana and why are they worth visiting? Globetrooper takes an in-depth look. Botswana is located in southern Africa. The country has an abundant wildlife population […]
Australia may look small on the map, but it is a very large country. As a matter of fact, the total land mass of Australia is almost the same size as the 48 contiguous states of the US. (Excluding Alaska and Hawaii) Australia offers the curious world traveler a great deal to see and experience, […]
If you have never visited England before, what are you waiting for? It is time to plan a trip and see the sites for yourself. Typically, when one books a trip to England they venture the southern attractions of the country. Yet there is much more to a trip to an England than just the […]
Compared to other big European cities like Paris, Berlin or Barcelona the perceptions of Budapest are often a bit contradictory. Some view the city as a party mecca with an incredible nightlife and affordable at that, while others have this very classical view of Budapest referring to it as the “Pearl of the Danube”. The […]
The last week has seen a really diverse and imaginative selection of new trips and travel ideas posted onto Globetrooper, with many new users joining the site looking for exciting new travel partners and some great trip ideas coming in from the tour operators also. Below are just a selection of recent trips that have […]
You can scour travel books and websites for advice on exciting Hawaii vacations, but nothing beats finding the small little-hidden gems of Hawaii. For me, it is these little adventures that make a Hawaii getaway unique, unforgettable and special. You won’t have to shell out huge sums of money to have a taste of the […]
Papua New Guinea, certainly one of the last great areas of land on Earth to remain partially unexplored; this remarkable remote landscape still remains a place of great wonder and deep mystery. Exotic birds, plant life and rare animals, unique extraordinary art and languages and colorful warriors await the curious and intrepid traveler. Lost worlds, […]
It is an unfortunate fact that many global travelers will encounter a hiccup on their trip. In most cases, you can overcome these issues. Occasionally though, a disaster can strike and trust us, it’s not the kind of day you are looking for. If your documents are missing, report it to the appropriate authorities. What […]
Lauren and I are both from Australia. It’s the place we call home. Yet we’ve seen less of Australia than most people we meet abroad. We hear all sorts of tales about the outback and rain-forests, but we just can’t relate. Now it is time for us to explore Australia and get to know parts […]
More people than ever before are making the decision to travel around the globe. Many folks want to travel on their gap year between school and university, so they save for airfare part of the year and travel the other. While others take a sabbatical from work to do it or do it between jobs […]
If you are like me, seeing and hearing the rain against the window makes you want to stay in bed all day. But of course, that is not always possible, especially not when you are on a trip somewhere. The rain should not keep you from exploring a new place. In case you have booked […]
The Florida Keys can be found lying at the southernmost point of the United States just off the southwestern tip of Florida. The Keys are surrounded on all sides by the Atlantic Ocean. This 100-mile chain of islands offers a wealth of tropical vacation and adventure travel opportunities for all levels of today’s traveler and […]
