Spain is a large and diverse country with numerous man-made and natural wonders. Spain ranks third in the world with 49 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These are landmarks designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation as having special historical, cultural, natural, or scientific interest. In addition to naming sites in the largest […]
Pompeii and Herculaneum are ancient Roman cities located in the Campania region near Naples in southern Italy. They are famous for having been destroyed by the volcanic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79. They were subsequently rediscovered in the late 1600s. Both cities provide a snapshot of everyday life in Roman towns – frozen
Croatia was once part of the vast Roman Empire, and the archaeological legacy has left a rich trove of sites to visit. Croatia offers up a stunning array of archaeological destinations for the historically minded traveller. Below we have summarised five of the best must-visit archaeological sites for your trip to Croatia. A great way
Malta boasts a rich culture and history, that must be experienced to be fully appreciated. With so much to see and do, we’ve got the experts on the ground to give us the best tips for your next trip. We chat With Louise, our Malta specialist on the ground, to give you the best insider
Gozo is a peaceful counterpart to the main island of Malta. Smaller in size and just a 25-minute ferry ride away, making it an easy day trip destination. Come here to visit its ancient archeological sites, stunning natural rock formations along the coast, pilgrimage churches, and picturesque fishing villages. Gozo is the legendary isle of
Malta’s ancient Temples are the oldest stone architecture built in the world and have all been recognised as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Built between 3600 and 2500 BC, the Temples are older than both Stonehenge and the Great Pyramids! Malta is also the site of the Hal Saflieni Hypogeum, another UNESCO World Heritage Site that
Malta is a small country of three inhabited islands, Malta, Gozo and Comino, located in the Mediterranean Sea between Sicily and Tunisia. Explore Malta’s history on our 7-Day Itinerary – discover more here. Earliest History Malta has a rich past, with its earliest beginnings going back to Neolithic farmers from Sicily around 5000 BC, followed
Do you want to explore a unique and beautiful Mediterranean Island? Then, all you need to do is book tickets for Sicily. Located at the tip of Italy, Sicily is an island with charm. Sicily is a grand island to spend your vacations. The magnificent island is home to beautiful archaeological sites from Greek and
The Island of Sicily is one of the most significant crossroads of history. Its strategic location in the Mediterranean Sea between Europe, Asia and Africa, as well as its incredible fertile land, made it one of the most fought over locations in the world. From as early as the 11BC the island and its inhabitants
