Next year I start work at a big international school in Taipei. While the job will be great, what excites me most is the opportunity to travel within Asia. Eager beaver that I am, I already want to book my first holiday week! I have visions of a trek and beach two-in-one destination in mind, … More

If you’re ever in Barcelona and want to test the waters of the Mediterranean, the beaches in the Ciutat Vella district of Barceloneta will do just fine. If however, you want a beach resort town built on coastal charm, head to Sitges. Just 35 km southwest of Barcelona, Sitges is one of Catalonia’s most popular destinations, … More

Once the premier tourist destination in France, popular European royals and nobles, Biarritz is now open to everyone, from helpless romantics to hardcore surfers in search of the perfect wave.

Back in the 19th century, Biarritz was what Saint-Tropez, Monte Carlo or Cannes are today – exclusive beach destinations for the rich and famous. The only … More

Croatia’s “Riviera” has a long tourism tradition and features phenomenal UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the old towns of Split and Dubrovnik.
Add Opatija to the list of notable Adriatic gems to visit in the country. Between the Učka Mountain and the shores of the Adriatic Sea, Opatija is famous as one of the most handsome … More

Cyprus, the Island of Love or Aphrodite, is the perfect romantic getaway. The beaches, saturated with warm sunlight and calm lapping waves, are the best antidote to a hectic working schedule. If you’re planning a visit, here’s a handy list to keep in mind.
1) Petra Tou Romiou – Speaking of the goddess of beauty, surely … More

Sharing 84% of its borders with the Mediterranean and Adriatic seas (that’s 6,800 km of seaside and sandy beaches) Italy is definitely among the top summer destinations in the world. In fact the only problem you’re bound to encounter, is choosing from the 226 beaches certified by Blue Flag. And the choice is even harder, … More