Vacation News

Escape to a rural bed & breakfast in Spain this spring Special

Holidays on the coast can often turn into a "been there, done that, got the t-shirt" kind of scenario. Yes, its great every now and then to visit the coastal resorts, but how about finding out more about the real-life Spain by venturing inland?

Digital Journal Report by Anne Sewell - 5 comments

Suspect arrested in death of R&B star Usher Raymond's stepson

The jet ski operator accused of running over R&B star Usher Raymond's stepson, Kile Glover Glover, last summer, has been arrested.

In the Media by Layne Weiss

Vacationing family find unwelcome guest at camp site

Everglades - In what could have been a bizarre scene from the Chevy Chase movie "Christmas Vacation", a family vacationing at the Everglades National Park found a very unwelcome guest at their camp site.

In the Media by Greta McClain - 4 comments

Toronto Mayor Rob Ford taking 'personal time' for vacation

Toronto - Although Toronto Mayor Rob Ford was allowed to remain in office until his appeal of the conflict-of-interest ruling was heard, his office confirmed to media that Ford is officially on vacation and will not be seen at city hall this week.

In the Media by Andrew Moran - 1 comment

Review: Constantia Vista — Ultimate hideaway in Cape Town, South Africa Special

Cape Town - If you are thinking of a trip to Cape Town, South Africa, this is the ideal place to stay. A luxury retreat at an affordable price in the beautiful countryside, but close to all the major attractions.

Digital Journal Report by Anne Sewell - 3 comments

Couchsurfing: A new way to travel on friendship (video)

The short documentary describes the travels of three "couchsurfers" - modern nomadic travelers who move around the world on friendship.

In the Media by Anne Sewell

Savannah is a hot spot for visitors Special

Savannah - Last year's tourism numbers are in and it was a record year for the US City of Savannah, Georgia and 2012 may meet or beat that record for this charming, coastal getaway destination.

Digital Journal Report by Kay Mathews - 12 comments

Two British holidaymakers die in soaring heatwave in Gran Canaria

Las Palmas - Two holidaymakers from Britain have died in the Canary Islands after temperatures there have reached in excess of 40c (105F).

In the Media by Kev Hedges - 1 comment

Borat turns Kazakhstan into a desired travel destination

While leaders in Kazakhstan were initially upset at the spoof movie, 'Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan', it seems the exposure has helped the tourism industry in the country.

In the Media by Anne Sewell - 2 comments

Op-Ed: Sunday travel ― 'Life's a beach' in Fuengirola, Spain Special

Fuengirola - Fuengirola on the Costa del Sol is famous for its 5 km stretch of sandy, well-kept beaches, running from the Sohail Castle all the way through to Torreblanca.

Digital Journal Report by Anne Sewell