Europe

Thursday, June 1 saw the arrival of the first United Airlines flight from New York to Málaga on the Costa del Sol in Spain. This was the first of the direct flights planned for the route, operating three times a week until September 28,…

Many travelers just want to lie on the beach, snoozing away their vacation in Italy, but why not try an active adventure vacation? There are several options to get you out in the fresh air while exploring the country on horseback,…

The British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar nestles on the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula and is bordered to the north by southern Spain. British ex-pats feel almost at home here, with branches of popular supermarkets, red telephone…

French rail operator Ouigo is planning to expand its high-speed train services, adding more destinations in Spain. While it was recently reported that France has banned some short-haul flights, Spain is planning to do the same. In the…

Have you ever considered taking an Arctic cruise with Aurora Expeditions? As half the world warms up for summer, some travelers might prefer a break from idyllic beaches and sunshine. In fact, there is a chance to win a cruise for two…

You may have already seen the major attractions in Rome, taken a ride in a gondola in glorious Venice, or visited the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy. However, Italy has plenty more options to offer for a unique vacation. Among those options…

It’s been two years since it first proposed the policy, but finally, France has officially banned short-haul domestic flights that can be covered by rail in under two and a half hours this week. The move is set to reduce the country’s…

Located on the coastline of southern Croatia, Dubrovnik overlooks the Adriatic Sea. This historic city has many attractions, including its walled, 16th-century Old Town, art galleries, museums, shops and restaurants. In fact, there is so…

A Scottish science teacher aims to break a record by staying on a barren rock in the Atlantic Ocean named Rockall. The islet is considered the “loneliest place in the world,” and is located 230 miles from the nearest inhabited place in the…

Finland has featured at the top of the World Happiness Report for six years in a row, this year with a happiness score of 7.843 of a possible 10. This makes the country happier than any other for six years running. According to…