Modern holidays place tremendous value on getting off the beaten track...

And it sometimes seems that the most coveted commodity for today’s tourists is staying as far away from each other as possible.

Greece officially reopened for tourism from June 15, 2020.

During the summer months, thousands of holidaymakers flock to Greece, but up until recently very few would consider travelling there in winter. Yet milder temperatures and fewer crowds make visiting ancient sites a pleasure, and hiking routes more comfortable to navigate.

Greece is shaping up to be a suitable proposition for an ‘off-season’ break. Dubai to Athens has a flight time of five and half hours –so here’s why you should visit...

Ask anyone what they associate with caves, and they’d probably cite darkness, discomfort, and bat poo.

We’re not disagreeing – there’s a reason hermits traditionally retreat to caves to get away from their fellow man – but there’s a cabal of caves the world over that defy that dank reputation. There’s just as much below ground as there is above – if you know where to look…

SEE ALSO: 10 Breathtaking Photos Of Caves Around The World

Consider the world’s grandest, most majestic buildings. There’s palaces, cathedrals, skyscrapers… libraries?

More commonly associated with dust than spectacle, for students libraries are often synonymous with boredom, but there are some photogenic readings rooms that belie their reputation and then some.

These picks, researched by holiday rentals search engine Holidu, blends classic with contemporary to find Europe’s best and brightest libraries, from campus eco-builds to medieval monasteries in the foothills of the Alps…

The UAE government strongly urges against unnecessary travel plans and socializing this Eid Al Fitr.

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic across the globe, residents and citizens in the UAE have been encouraged by the government to limit outings, social gatherings, and other festivities associated with the Eid holidays.

Italy will resume international travel from June 3

Were you planning on flying to Europe this year, or you’re someone who’s craving the buzz of traveling to new horizons?

What comes as fantastic news to travelers, Italy is re-opening international travel from June 3, 2020! The mandatory two-week quarantine for all incoming passengers will also be stopped.

A flat white, a slice of cake and cute cup equals your next Instagram picture –as we’ve found Dubai’s most Instagrammable cafés for those of you who like to sip in style!

Whether you live in Dubai or you’re visiting the city, you’ll want to check out Dubai’s coffee culture of cool, creative and quirky cafés with speciality coffees, crazy-good food and dreamy décor to be enthused by. Because everyone knows the best ideas come from coffee houses!

There is a common delusion among tourists that, if they try their hardest, they can ‘blend in’.

Everyone has seen – and been annoyed by – tourists when they’re being really touristy, but no one identifies with it. ‘That’s not me’, they think, ‘I’m the right kind of tourist. I could even be mistaken for a local.’
Nope. You could not.

Here are just a few of the giveaways ensuring that, despite your best efforts, you stick out like a dog among cats…

There’s no denying a good smartphone filter can come in handy for travel photos...

Whether it’s ramping up the intensity of a sunset or making sure the colours in a scene really pop.

Some influencers go even further, editing out other people from the scenery so it looks like they’re the only ones there, removing clouds from the sky.

But could the tides be turning on our appetites for heavily-filtered ‘perfect’ Instagram feeds?