On the Greek island of Ikaria, life is sweet… and very, very long. So what is the locals' secret? Content courtesy of 60 Minutes Australia.
Over the centuries, travellers from Western Europe have been spellbound by the alluring cultures of the Far East. The ancient adventurers who arrived on the shores of Siam were instantly besotted, and there is ample evidence that a name change has done little to dampen the appeal of this remarkably captivating country. In the 21st…
Located 1 hour 40 minutes by bus from Kyoto Station, the town of Miyama offers a view into Japan's rich agricultural heritage. Designated a semi-national park, the town is home to some 39 thatched farmhouses where people still live today. Miyama spans multiple hamlets that are scattered throughout the mountains and valleys, about 50 kilometers…
California is the largest state of the United States by population, and the third largest by area, located on its coast to the Pacific Ocean. California has natural attractions as well as theme-parks and bustling city life: Southern California is home to such popular attractions as Disneyland, Hollywood and the beaches in Malibu that inspired…
Well, here is an article that is rather specific. It's about the changes in weather in Singapore. That might seem a bit peculiar to you, but as in many parts of the world, Singapore is subject to radical changes in the weather at any given point. No one wants to have their trip spoiled by…
If you travel a fair amount, you have probably had an even mix of good and bad experiences. Sometimes the bad experiences will make you want to pull your hair out and never travel again - or at the very least never use that airline again. But sometimes the airlines pull out all stops to…
Germany, (officially: the Federal Republic of Germany; German: Bundesrepublik Deutschland) is the largest country in Central Europe. It is bordered to the north by Denmark, to the east by Poland and the Czech Republic, to the south by Austria and Switzerland, and to the west by France, Luxembourg, Belgium and the Netherlands. Germany is a…
Having lived in Europe for a number of years, some of us here at Matouring have been fortunate enough to be able to enjoy the pleasures not only visiting the large and well-known locations such as Rome and Paris, but also some of the so-called second-tier places such as Poland, Finland and Hungary. Of course,…
Many of us wonder what it would be like to simply leave and live in a new, fresh and - ideally - economical place. Thousands of people do this every year, but it can be a cumbersome task, as many countries require some genealogical connection. If you don't have that, then you may be looking…
As the world gets ever smaller, and the choices become larger and more available, travel now takes on entirely new vistas of excitement and selection. With the Advent of companies such as Airbnb, you cannot only find the exact place that you want in the exact city that you want, but you may be able…
When people think of Spain, they typically think of places like Barcelona and Madrid. Of course, those are excellent choices and should be revisited again and again. But one place you may have never heard of is Navarre. Situated not too far from Bilbao, this little-known area of Spain features a huge variety of interesting…
Even under the best circumstances, insurance and insurance policies can be complex. You almost feel like you need to have a University degree in Insurance just to be able to find the right product for you at the right price for you. And it's safe to say that if you don't get it right, the…
Flanders, Belgium is not often a place that springs to mind for many of us, but it is so packed full of history and activities that you should investigate it. Flowers, chocolate and rather robust beer is only part of the landscape here in this multi-cultural, multi-lingual country in Europe. Get started here.
From new wellness ventures to eco-conscious travel, craft trips and solo adventures, here are all the best travel trends to know about for 2020. Good Housekeeping shares ways for you to enjoy the coming year's travel, perhaps in innovative ways. Read more here.
The Turks and Caicos Islands are a British Overseas Territory only 37 miles long and all together consist of 40 islands and cays, of which only 12 are inhabited. There are two main islands, Grand Turk (Turks Islands) and Providenciales (Caicos Islands). These islands are 575 miles south-east from Florida and 90 miles north…
At the end of a trip, do you ever feel like you'd packed as if you were preparing for Armageddon? Do you really need eight pairs of shoes for a one-week holiday? If so, you're not alone, apparently. This article, courtesy of Business Times, provides some typical, but practical solutions to help you trim down your…
Bonaire is a Caribbean island east of Central America and north of Venezuela. The island is part of the ABC Islands together with Aruba and Curaçao. It is a flat, riverless island renowned for its dive spots. Its tropical climate is moderated by constant trade winds from the Atlantic Ocean. The temperature is almost constant…
North America is one of two continents of the Americas, named after the Italian explorer Amerigo Vespucci, with a surface area of 24,221,490km² (9,351,969 square miles). It's in the northern hemisphere, between the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean and to the north of South America. North America's highest point is Alaska's Denali, which rises…
Traveling as a solo woman can have it's uncertainties. But with good planning, awareness and a positive but attentive attitude, solo travel can give you lifetime experiences that you will never forget. Choose your destination with Intent. Plan your first night well. Visualize the necessities but no more. Pack light. Keep your accommodation to yourself.…
In Spain, there are as many as 120 hundred-year-old restaurants. The term is used to define what used to be called “casas de comidas” (meal houses)