Find out how St. Kitts, by sinking a decommissioned aircraft off Potato Bay, opened a new underwater attraction that connects diving tourism, artificial reefs and the protection of marine life. The project brings an unusual sight to the seabed, but also a broader discussion about the sustainable development of Caribbean destinations and the conservation of natural reefs.
We provide an overview of how Seychelles, a small island state in the Indian Ocean, is trying to maintain balance between great powers, tourism, the blue economy and climate diplomacy. The focus is on relations with the USA, Russia and China, the new president Patrick Herminie and the question of whether neutrality can become a real advantage at a time of ever deeper global divisions today.
Find out why sightseeing in Athens in summer requires more than buying a ticket and arriving at the Acropolis. High temperatures, time slots, crowds, separate museum tickets and the possibility of temporary closures can completely change the day’s plan. We bring an overview of the key rules for a safer, more pleasant and better organised visit to archaeological sites.
Find out which rules apply when visiting Florence, from bans on sitting and eating in sensitive public spaces to dress codes in churches and behavior in museums. We bring an overview of measures with which the city protects the historic center, reduces crowds around the Duomo and tries to reconcile tourism with heritage preservation, public order and residents’ everyday life.
Find out why a short stay in Lisbon is no longer enough to plan only as a relaxed walk. We bring an overview of hills, tram crowds, viewpoints, public transport, tickets and accommodation choices that can determine whether a city break will be pleasant or exhausting.
Find out how departure time, rush hour, the metro, taxis and midday heat in Dubai can change an entire daily plan. We bring an overview of practical decisions that help better arrange attractions, breaks and movement around the city without unnecessary spending of time and money.