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As the oldest manufacturer of wine in the world, Israel’s wineries can offer education in the art of wine making, and a step back into its history.     Winemaking in Israel goes back over 2000 years before wine was even introduced to Europe. Wine presses and barrels have been discovered during excavations of the

Greece has the perfect atmosphere for hang and paragliding. If you’re looking to add a little thrill to your next vacation, consider a gliding expedition in Athens.     You can view the beauty of Greece from above in an airplane or helicopter, but there is nothing quite so exhilarating as feeling the wind on

Grab your board and hit the waves on the beautiful beach of Montañita in Ecuador! Montañita is the place to go for the surfer’s dream vacation. This small golden-sand beach was relatively unknown until only a few years ago, and its rustic charm and island-style hospitality makes it the perfect place for riding the waves

Each year, European Geoparks celebrate Geopark Week to raise public awareness about preserving the geological heritage of the area. There are many entertaining activities throughout the week. It’s all about awareness, really, but the activities that take place during the week through the end of May to early June make the trip to Papuk Geopark

Saints Constantine and Helena is a popular resort town in Bulgaria. Offering a wide variety of accommodations and attractions, it’s a great place to spend a week or two. The Bulgarian Black Sea Coast stretches across the eastern shores of Bulgaria. It is also where the resort town of Saints Constantine and Helena can be

Turkey is a well-known tourist attraction for those seeking culture and adventure, but shopping is often overlooked. Make sure you stop by one of these shopping areas to complete your Turkish vacation experience. The Silk Road leads to many treasures, for it leads to the shopping centre where you can find food, clothing, and souvenirs

Djerba is an island that sits in the Mediterranean Sea just off the coast of Tunisia. Known for its sandy white beaches and sparkling aquamarine waters, this little island is a veritable paradise for anyone searching for a relaxing beach getaway. Having had influences from the Greek, Italians, and Spanish throughout its history, it’s easy

Love to Ski? Why not hit the slopes in Spain? There are any popular places people go to ski but, surprisingly, Spain isn’t usually on the top of the list? Well, it should be! Spain has a large number of cozy ski resorts, breathtaking snow-packed mountains, and sunny winter days to make any skier happy.

The Levada Walks are irrigation canals that can be found on the archipelago of Madeira in Portugal. They offer more than just water, though, as many travellers head to them for a memorable hiking experience. Roughly translated into “carriageway”, the Levada Walks are, essentially, small canals that are used for the purpose of irrigation, drawing

It’s easy to get yourself in trouble while in a foreign country if you don’t know the laws. Peru has a few restrictions that many travellers aren’t aware of. Most laws are pretty standard around the world, and these are common-sense legalities regarding conduct, safety, and preservation of the land. You can’t steal items from