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Share The Article Postcard-ready villages bestriding volcanic peaks, blue-dome churches, and a millennia-old caldera backed by azure seas: there's many a reason why tourists keep flocking to Santorini year after year after...
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The Mexican Navy recently announced that it collected 1.5 tons of pesky sargassum seaweed off the Mexican Caribbean coast. This makes beach access and swimming in the warm, blue sea along Mexico’s...
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Table of Contents Oh, how I would give anything to be sitting in an Italian café, sipping an Aperol Spritz under the warm Mediterranean sun. Italy is a magical place. From its...
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ADVERTISEMENTThe mere mention of Bali provokes images of paradise.Last year, close to two million Europeans touched down on Indonesian soil, with most visitors making a beeline for the famous beaches.But beyond the...
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Are you also impatiently looking out for the summer season and endless days at the beach? It’s still nowhere to be seen. But a great way to make the waiting time feel...
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One of the most fascinating late Medieval buildings in Salisbury is the house of John Halle, a wealthy local wool merchant. Built in the 1470s and now in use as an Odeon...
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Share The Article We all earn paychecks for a reason—to make our landlords richer. Well, at least that's how it feels to me at the beginning of each month. But the leftovers...
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Spring is on its way across Europe, bringing longer days, blooming landscapes, and fresh opportunities to explore.As the continent shakes off the last chill of winter, now is the time to plan...
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Share The Article For the first time in History, United Airlines will launch nonstop flights to the Algarve, a coastal region in southern Portugal famous for its sun-drenched beaches, medieval cities, and unspoiled...
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Share The Article Travel season is fast approaching, so there’s no better time to make your travel plans. If you want to step off the beaten path without jumping into the great...
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Share The Article Barcelona may be the most sought-after destination in Spain, with its towering Sagrada Família cathedral, historic Gothic Quarter, and colorful Park Güell, but it's been actively signaling to tourists...
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My first tip-off was the trip reviews we would occasionally receive here at WendyPerrin.com, written by travelers just back from the Azores and delighted at their luck in discovering this off-the-radar spot....
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Share The Article Did you know Dublin is not only one of Ireland's most expensive cities, but also one of Europe's? That's right. Traveling through this historic city can cost more than...
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It may still feel like winter at home, but March finds wildflowers blooming and festivals of all sorts happening around the globe. Here’s a round-up of destinations that are at their prime...
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February is a prime time for many spots in the tropics and the Southern Hemisphere. Below are some of your smartest February trip options. Click the black buttons below to connect with a...
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Share The Article Want a relaxing and luxurious all-inclusive getaway without the hassle of applying for a brand-new passport? Then you’re in luck! There are five overseas destinations that American travelers can...
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Share The Article Mexico may be particularly famous for the sun-drenched Caribbean Coast, where resorts line white-sand beaches and turquoise seas, its rich Mayan heritage, and bustling capital city, but there's still...
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An illustrated guide to the drive between Kutaisi and Zugdidi – the ‘Monument Route’ in Samegrelo. Of all the drives in Georgia I know and love, it’s the 120-kilometre (75-mile) stretch of...
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Share The Article Last Updated 34 seconds agoIf all those long extra hours in the office have started getting to you, and you're desperately craving a sunny vacation, the Caribbean certainly sounds...
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Older than Rome, Ascoli Piceno is an unforgettable, splendidly decorated hidden gem of Italy. Built entirely of carved travertine and punctuated by 50 towers, it is an architectural inspiration. Located between the...
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