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Malta is home to many islands and picture-perfect beaches.

This Island Is One of the Best Places to Retire in Europe for Affordability and Safety

A collective of several hundred associations in Spain known as Ecologistas marched through the town of El Puerto de Santa Maria on July 20 to denounce "uncontrolled mass tourism", chanting: “Our city is not for sale!”. Thousands of protesters marched on July 6 in Barcelona to denounce an excess...

‘Tourists, go home!’: Mass tourism exasperates locals in Europe and beyond

Picture this in your head: You're driving through the Italian countryside, with the top down and the wind in your hair. You're passing rows of cypress trees as a hill town comes into view in the distance. Perhaps it's Cortona with its pretty shops full of wine, soap, olive oil, and pottery covered in lovely designs. Perhaps it's travel pro Rick Steves' favorite underrated hill town, Volterra, full of ancient Etruscan structures, or Montepulciano and its wonderful wines. This is the area of Italy known as Tuscany, and Steves suggests on his website this is a great spot to rent a car.

The One Region In Italy Where Rick Steves Strongly Suggests Renting A Car

When searching for island getaways, you probably have a list of requirements to check off. Perhaps you want a relaxing retreat with gorgeous beaches, or you might crave opportunities for outdoor adventure and wildlife sightings. Regardless of your specific travel goals, nobody wants to worry about safety, but can we truly have it all? Does a safe island paradise even exist? The answer is yes — and you'll find it on the South Island of New Zealand.

This Mesmerizing New Zealand Paradise Is Known As One Of The Safest Islands In The World

There were around 57.3 million visitors to Italy in 2023. While it hasn't reached the pre-pandemic height of 63.5 million in 2019, that's still a whole lot of tourists. Many will, of course, take some time to vacation in Rome with its iconic Trevi Fountain, Colosseum, and Forum, visit the incredibly well-preserved volcanic ruins of Pompeii, the fashionable Milan, or the romantic but slowly-sinking Venice. There is the Amalfi Coast, Capri, and Naples to enjoy as well, but if you're looking for something that isn't overrun by tourists, consider the region of Cilento, Italy. South of Naples, Cilento (pronounced Chee-len-to) sits in the subregion of Campania, and features places like the port city of Agropoli, the astonishing ruins of Paestum and Velia, the medieval hill town of Castellabate, complete with a castle to visit, and plenty of sandy beaches with clear water to swim in.

Is This Little-Known Hilly Region Italy's Prettiest Under-The-Radar Coastal Escape?

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After visiting 30 tropical islands, some of my favorites have been Bora Bora, St. Barts, Curaçao, Barbados, and St. Martin.

I've been to 30 tropical islands. From Bora Bora to Barbados, here are the top 5 I'd visit again.

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Cape May, NJ

The Garden State's Jersey Shore is home to notable destinations like Ocean City and Atlantic City, considered some of the best East Coast beach towns to visit. Travelers might not realize that there are other overlooked yet extraordinary places along the Atlantic, such as Cape May. Located only about an hour from Atlantic City, Victorian-era buildings fill this quaint town that dates back to the 1700s. As such, it's known as the oldest seaside resort in the country. Cape May is the complete package as far as coastal getaways go. It features an array of gorgeous beaches renowned by travelers on Tripadvisor for its white sand. As one reviewer put it, "It's a serene escape for beach lovers seeking tranquility."

Head To This New Jersey Beach Town Full Of Unique Shops For An Underrated Seaside Escape

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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Maybe it's just me, but it's not summer until I get to eat crab cakes! Don't let this recipe intimitate you! It's really not difficult, just takes a little bit of prep time in the fridge.

Delicious Crab Cakes!

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Bray has once again been named by Time Out as one of the world's most underrated travel destinations

Seaside Irish town included in 2024 world's underrated destinations list

Popular tourist destinations in Greece, including Athens and Santorini, are struggling with overcrowding and economic strain.

Greece is in the middle of an anti-cruise rebellion, with locals complaining about over-tourism and trashed streets

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A tourist plunged more than 80 feet to his death in Bali Sunday while trying to take a selfie with his girlfriend at a popular waterfall spot, according to reports.

Giancarlo Zicari, 49, and Ilaria Biagi, 25, of Italy were posing at the top of the Gajah Mas waterfalls around 11:30 a.m. when the iron railing they were leaning against suddenly collapsed, the Bali Sun reported.

The couple fell a distance equivalent to the height of an 8-story building and landed at the base of the natural tourist spot.

NY father learns his teen daughters died in crash after tracking their phones on...

Italian tourist plunges to his death while taking selfie with girlfriend on dream Bali vacation

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A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

Patricia Mahan and Dan Matarazzo first moved to Mexico for a cheaper lifestyle but now, in their 70s, have relocated to the Greek island of Crete.

This US couple bought a home in Greece for $150,000. Here’s what happened next

Europe is a continent that’s filled with history and culture. Across its capitals and cities you can find each country’s heritage etched into the streets, and across the sights and attractions found there. As such, there is no shortage of must see cities in Europe to fill your...

20 Must See Cities in Europe for Your Bucket List

For any lover of tropical islands, the Bahamas might seem like a dream come to life. Unraveling across hundreds of miles of the Atlantic Ocean, from near the coast of Florida down to an area near Cuba and Puerto Rico, the islands are a huge draw for vacationers of all sorts. They attract couples looking for the perfect venue for their destination wedding, cruisers that enjoy sailing the high seas, water sports enthusiasts, and sun worshippers. And yet, the Bahamas is so varied.

The Best Travel Hacks You Need To Know For A Vacation To The Bahamas

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A British passenger sparked urgent search efforts after reportedly falling overboard from a cruise ship near Croatia during the early hours of Friday morning.Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas was believed to be six days into a seven-day voyage around Greece and Croatia when the incident occurred.Croatian authorities confirmed on 9 August that a “young citizen of the United Kingdom”, reported to be a man, went missing from the cruise that had departed Saturday 3 August and has not been seen since.Nicole Bullock, a passenger onboard the Explorer, wrote on Twitter/X: “Woken up on the cruise ship around 3:40am to...

British passenger falls overboard from Royal Caribbean cruise ship

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The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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This Underrated Croatian Island Is Like A Dreamy Seaside Italian Getaway At A Lower Price

It's not difficult to see the Italian influence on parts of Croatia, especially when you consider the Dalmatia region was under control of the Venetians during...

This Underrated Croatian Island Is Like A Dreamy Seaside Italian Getaway At A Lower Price

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