I am a partner in Jubilee Travel and our marketing director. I split my time between Jubilee Travel my sustainable tourism consulting firm Small Planet www.smallplanet.travel. I am specialist in the Caribbean and Latin America, and one of a handful of adventure travel advisors with the Adventure Travel Trade Association. I am also a member of green organizations such The International Ecotourism Society and Ecoclub.com. As a travel expert and sustainable tourism advisor, I travel all over the world and have worked in over 30 countries in Mexico, Latin America and the Caribbean, South Pacific, Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific region. I love to share my travel experiences with others and send people to off-the-beaten path places and adventures where they can connect with the local people and cultures.
Well-being does not concern physical health only. It is a general feeling, an internal ray of health, force and beauty. It is an on-going process.Apart from the rare landscapes and special natural beauties, nature also endowed Greece with springs with important therapeutic properties. Spas are part of the country’s national wealth, while their therapeutic properties were already known in ancient...
Stillpoint Lodge is a unique combination of eco-adventure, leisure and culture... on the edge of a serene wilderness. Just a short trip across breathtaking Kachemak Bay, past towering mountain fjords, you’ll find this rustic yet refined boutique resort lodge nestled by the sea... a quick getaway from Homer and easily accessible from anywhere in the world... the majestic, fairytale-like village...
Alyeska Resort is located in Girdwood just southeast of Anchorage along scenic Turnagain Arm, of the Cook Inlet from the Gulf of Alaska. The Hotel Alyeska is set within the rugged Chugach Mountain wilderness. It is a uniquely secluded property for those who wish to experience Alaska’s wild, natural beauty while enjoying a luxury hotel. Here are just a few...
TippingKeep in mind that most Egyptian workers expect tips after performing a service. This can be expected for something as little as pressing the button in the elevator. Many workers will even ask you to tip them before you get a chance. The typical tip for minor services is EGP1 (about 14 US cents). Due to the general shortage of...
Ever since Poland joined the European Union, international travellers have rapidly rediscovered the country's rich cultural heritage, stunning historic sites and just gorgeous array of landscapes. Whether you're looking for architecture, urban vibes or a taste of the past: Poland's bustling cities and towns offer something for everyone. If you'd rather get away from the crowds and enjoy nature, the...
There are hundreds of Italian cities. Here are nine of its most famousRome (Roma) — the capital, both of Italy and, in the past, of the Roman Empire until 285 AD.Bologna — one of the world’s great university cities that is filled with history, culture, technology and food.Florence (Firenze) — the Renaissance city known for its architecture and art that...
Minimum validity of travel documents.EU, EEA and Swiss citizens, as well as some non-EU citizens who are visa-exempt (e.g. New Zealanders and Australians), need only produce a passport which is valid for the entirety of their stay in Italy.Other nationals who are required to have a visa (e.g. South Africans) and even some who are not (e.g. travelers from the...
The city of Dubrovnik is situated on the Croatian Dalmatian Coast and is fondly referred to as the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’. The city of Dubrovnik is situated on the Croatian Dalmatian Coast and is fondly referred to as the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’. It rose to fame as an important Mediterranean Sea power in the 13th century and although...
Zagreb – the capital and largest city.Dubrovnik – historic coastal city and UNESCO World Heritage site.Split – ancient port city with Roman ruins.Pula – biggest town in Istria with the Roman amphitheater (commonly called Arena).Osijek – capital of Slavonia and an important city.Sisak – largest river port, city on three rivers and a city that has stopped the spread of...
ClimateNorthern Croatia has a temperate continental climate, while the central and upland regions have a mountainous climate. The entire Adriatic coast has a pleasant Mediterranean climate. Spring and autumn are mild along the coast, while winter is cold and snowy in central and northern regions. The average temperature inland in January ranges from -10°C to 5°C; August 19°C to 39°C....