The book Turkey:the treasury of the northwest is the second part of the Turkish Tourist Boards series of travel books about Turkey. The travel book series focuses on the known and unknown Turkey and takes you to the cultural hinterland and the rich history of the country. The new book bundles the ma

Preparing for a vacation is just as exciting as the trip itself. You have booked the holiday and researched what there is to do in the area, but what is also important is packing your suitcase. This is often postponed until the last moment, which can cause stress, and as a result of which too many u

What are the 25 most beautiful beaches in the world for 2016? TripAdvisor surveyed it among millions of travelers for the Travelers Choice Awards 2016. Grace Bay in Turks and Caicos named the best beach in the world. The five-mile stretch of white sand and turquoise waters make Grace Bay a tropical

Barbados offers one of the most authentic Caribbean experiences thanks to its vibrant culture and rich history, set in an idyllic landscape and surrounded by spectacular beaches. The homeland of pop star Rihanna is known for its ultra-luxury resorts, golf courses and vacationing celebrities. But you

Fear of flying or not, when you board an airplane, everyone sometimes thinks about the risks of flying, even if there is a beautiful destination in front of you. Is turbulence dangerous and which seat is best for you? You can read about the safety of flying here. What happens if someone opens the

Slopes seem like the ultimate setting for flirting. Half of the single winter sports enthusiasts (49%) believe that a winter sports holiday offers the ideal conditions to flirt or even find a permanent partner, according to European research by dating site Parship. According to winter sports enthusi

Its already getting pretty cold and to make the days a bit warmer, well show you the most beautiful beaches in Central America here. You may not have thought of these countries as a holiday destination before, but seeing these hidden paradises will probably change your mind. Belize Belize is argua

The worlds most beautiful pools are as natural as they are beautiful:inviting crystal clear waters, surrounded by spectacular scenery, and the occasional waterfall. Mother nature at its best. View the 12 most beautiful natural swimming pools in the world here. 1. To Sua Ocean Trench – Samoa 2. Gr

Traveling is a great way to discover the world and create memories. Going on holiday with your family or friends is of course great, but traveling alone can be just as much fun, and is a real challenge. But on the other hand, we cannot ignore the fact that it can be dangerous if you travel alone as

When it comes to vacation, its the woman who determines the most. Women choose the holiday destination (53.1% female versus 17.7% male), arrange the hotels, car rental and excursions (45.8% female versus 15.6% male), search and book the airline tickets (64.6%) and arrange all the necessities you nee

A month after the horrific terrorist attacks, several French companies have united for a global social media campaign to boost the touristic appeal of Paris. With the hashtag #ParisWeLoveYou and the theme Paris will always remain Paris, it is shown to the world that the city will not be defeated aft

Around the world in one day. That is what the Vakantiebeurs, from Wednesday 13 to Sunday 17 January 2016, has to offer. Its not for nothing that the motto is You would swear you were already there. At the Vakantiebeurs you can get inspiration and ideas for the holiday, but also the anticipation and

Traveling is usually stressful. From packing and arranging to the journey itself. And the stress is even greater when you fly with your kids. A wailing baby, crying children, children who cannot sit still and probably also the pain in their ears, all trying to avoid the accusing looks from fellow pa

When we fly, we are often afraid to see who we are sitting next to. Are you attentive to your fellow passengers or do you recline when the person behind you tries to enjoy his or her meal? London City Airport surveyed passengers to find out what the ten worst airline passenger habits are. Heres th

Four out of five Dutch people do not know exactly when cancellation insurance can be useful and what is reimbursed. Holidaymakers are usually aware that they can rely on cancellation insurance in the event of illness or death of a close relative (86%), but awareness of other valid reasons for cancel

Backpacking is popular. More and more travelers leave with a backpack on their shoulders to a distant land, in search of adventure. Thailand is the most popular backpacking destination among Dutch travelers. This is apparent from research by Beslist.nl in collaboration with the traveler community Ar

When booking a holiday destination, often only the price of the trip is considered and not the prices on the spot. However, there are major differences between the holiday countries. Norway is the most expensive holiday destination in Europe, followed by Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland. The cheapes

Known for its hippie chic villages, sandy beaches, whales and swaying palm trees, Bahia offers summer temperatures all year round. That makes this state in Brazil the ultimate destination for a wonderful relaxing beach holiday. Bahia has countless sandy beaches, including one of the pearls of Brazil

The summer holidays are officially over for the whole of the Netherlands from today. As nice as it was:we also like to come home again. Most of all, we look forward to being able to sleep in our own bed. Especially women (79%, compared to 69% of men) love to sleep in their own bed again. This is app

The 14th Istanbul Biennial kicked off last Saturday. The event, which will take place until November 1, 2015, is called Saltwater. More than 80 artists and other participants from Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and North America are involved in the cultural event thi