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The tiny Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan has been closed to tourists since the pandemic began more than two years ago. However, officials advised on June 30 that Bhutan is reopening to international travelers from September this year.…

Some good news is out for Disney fans in China as Shanghai Disneyland plans to reopen after a three-month hiatus. The news comes as China eases back on more of its COVID-19-related restrictions. Read on to find out more about the park’s…

A vacation in Egypt can take some advanced planning, but of course, visiting the Giza Pyramids and sailing on the Nile River make up for this. What first must be borne in mind is that virtually all travelers need a visa to enter the…

Whether you are planning a beach vacation in Mombasa, or a dream safari in the Masai Mara, Kenya is a stunning destination. It is also great for a city break in Nairobi, where you can experience the city’s great bars. However, before you…

Gradually, countries around the world are easing strict COVID rules and regulations, and Thailand is the latest. The Asian country has decided to scrap mandatory pre-travel registration for international travelers. Meanwhile, Thai bars and…

While most other countries in the world have already reopened to travelers, Japan has been taking things especially slow. Now, after running a “test tourism” trial, the Asian country is hesitantly letting travelers visit again. However,…

Qatar is a peninsular country, sporting endless desert sands and a beautiful Persian Gulf shoreline of beaches and dunes. Meanwhile, the capital Doha is renowned for its futuristic skyline and modern architecture inspired by ancient Islamic…

Belgium is a small European nation with plenty to offer in the way of nature, including great hiking, bird watching and biking, as well as cross-country skiing in the winter. Visitors have a choice of diverse and beautiful settings to…

Countries all over the world have reopened to international travelers as COVID-19 seems to be in the rearview mirror. However, now, the headlines say that something called monkeypox is doing the rounds, potentially interfering with our…

While Japan is relatively small, it offers an amazing array of beautiful ecosystems set in beautiful national parks across the country. What with gorgeous coastlines, idyllic islands, dense forests and towering volcanoes there is plenty to…