Kotor is one of the oldest and most famous towns in Montenegro. The historical and picturesque town is located along one of Montenegro’s most beautiful bays in a very secluded part of the Gulf of Kotor. The ancient city, built strategically on a fortified edge of Kotor Bay, is surrounded by impressive city walls. The Kotor city walls, measuring 4 kilometers in length and a stunning 260 meters high, offer an amazing opportunity to circumnavigate the entire city on foot while taking in its rich history and beauty from the …

Famous for the sandy beaches that line its coast, Goa is a fascinating and distinctive region in India’s southwest. Brimming with Portuguese influences and bursting with fresh food, visitors from around the world travel to Goa for its natural beauty sprawled over a rustic landscape, silver sand beaches and serene fishing villages that give way to colorful markets filled with smiling people.

The Cinque Terre is an area famed for the beauty of its coastline, its five picturesque villages (Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore), and its ancient footpaths that, before the advent of the railway, were the towns’ only link to the outside world. This coastal region is one of the most amazing locations I’ve ever experienced with its dramatically terraced hills and sparkling blue seas. There’s no better way to experience Cinque Terre than on the invigorating hike from town to town. The famous coastal path of the Cinque Terre …

Wellington is currently a very popular travel spot that offers an abundance of dining, entertainment and cultural attractions to suit any taste or budget. A couple of years ago, I spent a few weeks traveling around New Zealand. After spending a day getting acclimated in Auckland, my traveling partner and I boarded a train south to Wellington. The train was a great way to get a taste and overview of New Zealand. While a very long ride, some of the views from the train were stunning and well worth the …

A destination to consider for summer vacation is Canada’s smallest province, Prince Edward Island. One of the Maritimes, it is located off the northern shore of Nova Scotia. The island is easily accessible via the nine mile Confederation Bridge, the airport in Charlottetown or by ferry. The most striking features of the island are the rich red dirt, sandy beaches, and quaint villages where window boxes and flower gardens abound. The climate is surprisingly mild due to the proximity of the Gulf Stream.
The island is small enough to accomodate day …

We are thrilled to welcome Jesper Tejsen Lykke as a guest blogger to the Brilliant Tips travel blog. While you may not find Jesper on the list of famous Danes, he is far and away our favorite native of Denmark. A travel industry veteran of 25 years, Jesper is currently Director of National Accounts for Travel Guard. So if you need information about travel insurance, be sure to check out Travel Guard. After knowing and working with Jesper for many years, we can vouch that these are the very best …

Interested in the idea of staying somewhere unusual, somewhere totally unconventional and unique, somewhere that doesn’t fit the traditional ‘hotel’ mold? If you’ve always wondered what it would be like to live in an igloo as the Eskimos did, to luxuriate like a prince or princess in an Indian Palace, to loll around amongst the tree-tops of Vancouver Island in golden orbs, or to dwell underground in the center of Australia, we have just the place for you. Should you want your overnight lodging to be more than just a …

I’ve compiled a list of 5 unique hotels in Florence, Italy that are 200USD or less. Picking the right hotel to stay at is a very personal thing that many people are very passionate about. Personal taste is an important variable in picking hotels and I would note that I would chose a hotel based on location first and amenities second. Each of these hotels are places that I would personally stay at.
Hotel Degli Orafi - This hotel is in the center of Florence, next to the gallery of the …

Amid the terraced ricescapes in the middle of the island of Bali, in Indonesia, is the town of Ubud . While there are plenty of good times to be had in Kuta, Ubud is the best place to stay if experiencing authentic Balinese culture is what you’re looking for. A vibrant center of art and culture, the town has a wonderful variety of cozy bungalows, art museums, cafes and nice restaurants. The inspiring hillside setting overlooking lush rice paddies is a haven for nature lovers and culture vultures. While there …

@benjilanyado: looking for cool/cheap hotel for Paris next week. challenge <€70. Any ideas?
While it may not be as buzz-worthy as the Kube Hotel, the Hotel Garden Opera has lots of character and charm. Ideally located in the heart of the cultural triangle of Montmartre-Opera–Notre Dame, the hotel is great for leisure and/or business. Near the Gare du Nord (Eurostar London and Thalys Belgium-Netherlands), the Garden Opera district includes restaurants, theaters and shopping. The Hotel Garden Opera has been entirely renovated in a contemporary style. It is a warmly decorated, family …