Travel Tips

New Low Cost Airline To Offer Cheap Flights To Malta

The announcement was made after Norwegian AS — one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines — successfully concluded negotiations with Malta International Airport (MIA) and the Malta Tourism Authority (MTA), opening the doors for Norwegian AS to operate the route offering cheap flights to Malta. Norwegian Air Shuttle will operate two flights to Malta a week, every Tuesday and Saturday, and…

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Black History

The Underground Railroad

Sometimes when a people are under their most oppression, that is when they truly are at their best it seems. And that adage could certainly be applied to those who operated the Underground Railroad in the 19th century while slavery was still the law of the land in America. The Underground Railroad was a means by which literally tens of…

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Travel Leisure

The Ttc Is Canada S Largest Public Transit System

For anyone travelling to Toronto the TTC is a great alternative to the somewhat expensive taxis and the other inconvenient and time consuming ways of commuting such as driving and walking. Both can be every time consuming due to traffic and long distances. The transit system in this Canadian city is extensive, and it allows for fast and convenient transportation…

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Vacations

Rv In Australia Part 2

In the first part of RV in Australia, I tried to give a sense of the country from a newly arrived road trave enthusiast’s point of view. This time I will be looking at what you can expect to find if you rent a campervan, as we call them. There are two or three National companies, like Kea or Britz…

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Travel Tips

Safety On Public Transportation Overseas

If a country has a pattern of tourists being targeted by criminals on public transport, that information is mentioned in the Country Specific Information in the section about crime. Taxis. Only take taxis clearly identified with official markings. Beware of unmarked cabs. Trains. Well-organized, systematic robbery of passengers on trains along popular tourists routes is a problem. It is more…

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Vacations

Cycling Passion In Italy

Cyclotourism is a fresh new way to discover the wonders of Italy- during a hearty bike ride. This latest concept in tourism combines holiday fun and enjoyment together with a healthy sport. A number of cities throughout Italy are at the heart of the development of cycling activity holidays, attracting those who are passionate about cycling through a vast swathe…

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