Third time’s the charm

I’ve missed Rome since my last visit and I really enjoyed pretending to be in a gladiatorial contest at the Colosseum…

Fun in Frankfurt

Frankfurt’s LGBT scene is open, lively and quite cool. It’s relatively easy to meet new people here and you should have no problem finding out from the locals what is happening.

Photo gallery: Asia

Once in a lifetime

Once-in-a-lifetime experiences are as exhilarating as they are enriching. Unique, one-of-a kind events that create a lasting memory are one of the great reasons to travel.

A white Rose of Cuba

The history of Cuba is as long, storied and colourful as any explorer could hope for.

Playa del Carmen is calling all party people

Starting December 31, the seaside resort of Playa del Carmen will be transformed into a huge open-air dance floor under the Mayan sun (and moon) for the fourth edition of this unique electronic music festival.

The Beats of Mexico City

Often raw, sometimes offensive, but always original and inspiring, the work of the Beat Poets was a challenge to the world at large—a celebration of new jazz, new sounds and new ideas. It was a revolutionary cry to see life as it is in all its grit and glory. They almost all spent some time in the rugged urban reality of Mexico City of the 50s.

Shop ‘Till You Drop for the Holidays – European Style!

Europe is a continent known for its famous shopping districts. You will find yourself perusing racks and shelves of amazing clothes, shoes, and giftware that you will rarely find anywhere else.

Samana-licious

There are two main areas in Samana to find truly exceptional eats; along the seaside promenade called the Malecón in the village of Samana and on the Pueblo de los Pescadores in Las Terrenas.

Places of Wonder

Some places are just special. They seem to vibrate with a magical beauty, a wealth of history or a tantalizing mystery that inspires a deeper experience of life.