May 7, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Despite being largely misunderstood, Russia is a hugely sought after tourist destination. Whether embarking on the bucket list worthy trans-Siberian railway, galivanting around Moscow or exploring the vast countryside, there’s lots to love about Russia. After all, it’s not only the world’s largest country with 11 timezones; it’s also one [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
This idyllic beach resort is located in southeast Mexico on the northeast coast of Yucatan. Cancun is best known for its blockbuster beaches, high-rise hotels and endless days of sunshine, but there’s more to this city than all-inclusive resorts. How much do you know about Mexico’s best-loved sun and sand [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Equatorial Guinea is a fascinating country with a long history. It’s small, tucked in beside Cameroon and Gabon in central west Africa. The mainland and five offshore islands make up this relatively unknown country. But there’s a lot to learn, so let’s get to know it a bit better. Here [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Lisbon is the largest city in Portugal and also its capital. It is the only Atlantic coast capital city in continental Europe. Home to some impressive chapels and bridges, the city is also one of the best places to visit for those who love books. Filled with heritage sites and [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Acropolis is one of the most famous monuments in Greece. This ancient citadel overlooks the city of Athens. It contains the remains of several important ancient buildings, for instance, the Parthenon. Constructed during the second half of the 5th-century BC, the Acropolis is over 2,500 years old. With such [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The commercial and educational hub of Central Vietnam, Da Nang, is an important port city on the South China Sea. Famous for its bridges, long cable car and flavourful food, this Vietnamese city has lots of things for visitors to enjoy. So, whether you are planning a trip, or just [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Krabi is a port town in southwestern Thailand and a tourist hotspot. The town is famous for its scenic views, breathtaking beaches and idyllic islands. With its warm and crystal clear waters as well as plenty of coral reefs and sea caves, it is also a popular destination in Thailand [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Central African country of South Sudan is the world’s newest country. The population has one of the world’s lowest life expectancies and is also one of the world’s youngest. Once part of Sudan, the country is rich in culture but doesn’t have is any UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Curious [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Unlike most of Egypt‘s most iconic monuments, the Abu Simbel isn’t located in Cairo, Luxor or even Alexandria. The soaring rock-cut temples are located in the small village of Abu Simbel, located in Aswan near the corner with Sudan. They sit on the western bank of Lake Nasser, 140 miles [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Founded in the 12th century, the Kremlin both represents the historical heart of Russia and modern-day politics. It’s one of the country’s most iconic landmarks, visited by as many as 2.5 million people every year. Set in the heart of Moscow’s Red Square, the Kremlin complex is separated by a [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Around 18 million people visit Cardiff every year, but how much do you really know about the Welsh capital? From the oldest record shop in the world to an award-winning toilet, here are a few interesting facts about Cardiff we bet you haven’t heard before. [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Located about 120 kilometres (74.5 miles) south of the Thai border, Penang is Malaysia’s second-smallest state. To reach the state, you’ll need to travel across a 13 kilometre (8 miles) toll bridge in Butterworth or hop on a ferry from the Malaysian mainland. Georgetown is its best-known, and possible best-loved, [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Located in the West Indies of the Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago comprises two main islands – Trinidad and Tobago – and a handful of smaller islands. This twin-island republic boasts everything you expect from a Caribbean island – palm-fringed sugar-soft beaches, staggering biodiversity and year-round sunshine. Considering heading here for [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Easter Island is a remote, inhabited island in the Pacific Ocean. It is famous for the hundreds of giant stone heads that dot the landscape. For centuries, historians, geologists, archaeologists and scientists have been fascinated by these statues. If the moai of Rapa Nui intrigue you too, here are some [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Israel is a Middle Eastern country on the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea. It is a small country that packs a punch especially when it comes to interesting facts and tidbits. For instance, did you know that Israel is the only country in the world that has more trees [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Shanghai is in East China and sits at the mouth of the Yangtze River in the Yangtze River Delta – the name Shanghai means “on the sea”. The city’s nicknames are the Pearl of the Orient and the Paris of the East. The city is one of the world’s largest [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
This South Asian nation is home to 163,187,000 people, making it the eighth-most populous country in the world. It’s far from being one of the largest though; at 56,990 square miles it’s about one-tenth of the size of Alaska, making it the 92nd largest country in the world. Looking to [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
This remote island in the Western Pacific Ocean was once known as ‘Pleasant Island’. Today, it’s become a dumping ground for Australia’s refugees, been ravaged by phosphate mining and is in danger of sinking – fast. But there’s more to this pint-sized nation than the headlines. Here are a few [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Located on the northern tip of Taiwan, around 100 miles off the coast of China, Taipei is the capital of Taiwan. A record high of 11.84 million people visited Taiwan in 2019, many from China. But beyond the national palace, the weird and wonderful entertainment and the incredible cuisine, how [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Chiang Mai is the largest city in northern Thailand. Famous for its temples and old walled centre, the 13th-century river port city attracts millions of visitors every year. From its moats to mountains, Buddhas to baby elephants, here are some of the most interesting facts about Chiang Mai that might [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Mumbai is the capital city of Maharashtra state and a natural harbour on the west coast of India. It is famous for many things, for instance, its old-world charm and architecture that starkly contrasts with modern, soaring skyscrapers. It is also famous for being one of the most populated cities [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Millau Bridge is the tallest – but not the highest- road bridge in the world. You’ll find it in beautiful southern France. This architectural wonder was completed in the year 2004 and since then, it has been earning acclaim and awards for its stunning, minimal modern design that’s in [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Eritrea – also referred to as the State of Eritrea – is located in the ‘horn’ of Africa. It’s squeezed between Djibouti, Ethiopia, Sudan and the Red Sea in East Africa. According to the Human Development Index, Eritrea is one of the ten least developed countries in the world, which [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
There’s more to Cyprus than sun-bleached beaches and turquoise waters. From its Neolithic ruins and Byzantine churches to turtle beaches and wine trails, the country packs a powerful punch. It’s where West meets East, steep mountains sit alongside sweeping stretches of sand and ancient legends pervade. In short, there’s more [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Republic of Guinea is located in West Africa, between Sierra Leone, Senegal, Liberia, Mali Cote d’Ivoire and Guinea-Bissau. Little known to most of the world, the country is teeming with wildlife, rolling mountainous landscapes and vast sandy stretches. Interested in finding out more? From Africa’s greatest acrobats to a [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Vietnam’s capital city Hanoi is usually the first stop for most people travelling the country, with millions flocking here ever year to tick off its remarkable sights, incredible cuisine and hodge-podge history. But how much do you know about this colourful capital city? From the bloke that built the Eiffel [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Bavaria’s fairytale palace, Neuschwanstein Castle, is one of Germany’s most popular landmarks. In the summer, it receives at least 6,000 visitors every day. Between its turrets, towers and mountain-top location, it looks like it could’ve been plucked straight out of a Disney movie; there’s even a mad king. We’ve cherry-picked [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Sphinx is a strangely shaped rock located at an altitude of over 2,200 meters in the Bucegi Mountains in Romania. Scientists believe that erosion caused the rock formation, but others believe that it is the work of aliens. Curious to know more? Here are some of the most interesting [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Capitol Hill is a historic neighbourhood in Washington, DC, the capital city of the United States. On Capitol Hill, you’ll find the United States Capitol building, one of DC’s most distinctive buildings. Its dome is the second tallest peak in Washington DC, – the tallest is the Washington Monument. But [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Located on the Balkan peninsular, North Macedonia is rich in ancient Greek, Roman and Ottoman heritage. Until recently, it was officially known as the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia because Greece had already claimed the title of Macedonia for one of its northern regions. Today, that’s all been resolved with [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Dammam is the fifth largest city in Saudi Arabia. It is famous for being where oil was first discovered in the country. It is also one of the most famous port cities in the whole of the Middle East. With striking structures and idyllic artificial islands, Dammam is a great [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Fukuoka on Kyushu is one of the largest cities in Japan. Modern-day Fukuoka is the result of the fusion, in 1889, of the port city of Hakata and the former castle town of Fukuoka. However, the settlement of the area dates back thousands of years. Famous for its bronze Buddha, [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Macao Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China Macao – to give it its full title – is located on China’s southern coast. While we are on the subject of names, Macao was its original old Portuguese spelling but over time, the spelling evolved into Macau in both [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Middle of the Earth is the most visited tourist attraction in Ecuador due to the fact that it is located right on the Earth’s Equator. Or is it? Scientists have measured the Equator to be hundreds of feet away from the monument that supposedly marks the centre of the world. [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Located in the Sentinel Range of the Ellsworth Mountains, Mount Vinson is the highest mountain in Antarctica. It is one of the Seven Summits and is also the most remote, most expensive, and coldest of the Seven Summits to climb. So, whether you are planning a summit or are just [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The biggest, holiest and most important Hindu temple in Bali is located on the slopes of an active volcano. With over 80 temples, this impressive site attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year who come to marvel at the architecture, worship and take part in the many festivals – [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
New Zealand’s largest city, Auckland, is also one of its most popular. Beloved for its waterside location, volcanic landscapes and vibrant culture, over two million people visit the city every year. But how much do you know about the city beyond its blockbuster sights? Did you know that in Māori-language, [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
It’s famed for its blazing nightlife, beautiful beaches and Art Deco atmosphere, but how much do you really know about this iconic American city? From artificially imported sand to a woman founder, these interesting facts about Miami might just surprise you. [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Cut off from the western world until the fall of the iron curtain in the 1980s, today visitors come to this sizzling city in their droves. Prague is known as the city of a hundred spires and is home to some of Europe’s most breathtaking buildings, from gothic castles to [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The CN Tower is one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Over 1.5 million people visit the legendary landmark in Downtown Toronto every year to take in the breathtaking views or to dine in the clouds. Completed in 1976, the 554.44 metre (1,815-feet) high communication platform was once [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Rome is a city of many fountains, but nothing tops the Trevi Fountain or Fontana di Trevi. Completed in 1762, the statue stands at an impressive 26.3 metres (86 ft) high and 49.15 metres (161.3 ft) wide, making it the largest Baroque fountain in the city and one of the [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Budapest is the largest city in Hungary and is also the capital of the country. It is famous for its rich history, many underground caves, and for being the Spa Capital of the World. With the mighty river Danube flowing through its centre, it is one of the world’s outstanding [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Delhi is a city and territory in north-central India. It is famous for many things, for instance, its spice markets, religious monuments and for being one of the most populated cities in the world. Unfortunately, it is also famous for its awful pollution, although this has improved since officials started [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The national mosque of Pakistan is the rather unusual Faisal Mosque in Islamabad. The mosque and its architecture won a prestigious design award for its non-traditional shape. The mosque is shaped like a Bedouin tent and lacks the traditional dome that crowns most other mosques. Curious to know more about [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Jakarta, or the Special Capital Region of Jakarta to give it its full name, is the capital of Indonesia. It is located on the northwest coast of Java, the world’s most populous island. Jakarta is the centre of economics, culture and politics of Indonesia, and with a population of over [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Myanmar is the biggest country in mainland Southeast Asia. Home to over 135 different ethnic groups, the country is culturally rich and diverse, however, the majority of people living in Myanmar (90 per cent) identify as Buddist. Curious to learn more about this fascinating country? Here are some of the [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Bangalore, which is officially known as Bengaluru, is the capital and largest city of Karnataka, India. It’s home to more than eight million people, with a history that takes back well over 1,000 years. Millions of domestic and international tourists visit every year for its year-round pleasant weather, blockbuster sights [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Located in the eastern Caribbean Sea of North America, Dominica might be one of the region’s smallest islands but it still packs a punch. It hit the headlines in 2017 when Hurricane Maria wreaked havoc on the island, but it has quietly and successfully rebuilt itself. Thanks to its staggering [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
You’ll likely be familiar with the name but how much do you actually know about Iran? Known for centuries as Persia, the King re-branded it as Iran, which means land of Aryans, in 1935. Unlike most Islamic states, the national language in Iran is Farsi, not Arabic. The country fell [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
At 25 km and 12 km wide, Liechtenstein is one of the smallest countries in the world. It’s also one of the richest. Nestled into the Apennines, between Switzerland and Austria, it’s one of the world’s two ‘double-landlocked’ countries, surrounded by landlocked nations. But there’s more to the country than [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
France isn’t short on fairytale castles, but not even the Palace of Versailles holds a candle to Mont-Saint-Michel. Close to three million people visit the landmark annually, making it one of France’s most popular sights. The gravity-defying Abbey, which sits atop a craggy island in a glittering bay between [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Welcoming over two million visitors every year, Sacré Coeur is France‘s second most-visited church. It’s one of the Paris’ most iconic monuments too, but how much do you really know about the capital’s celebrated cathedral? We’ll wager you haven’t heard quite a few of these interesting facts about Sacré Coeur [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Philippines is an archipelago of over 7,000 islands, and Cebu is its own cluster of islands and islets. The city and its island province are a tourist hotspot with a winning combination of beautiful countryside scenery with urban attractions, for instance, cultural and historical sites. The place is also [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The 13th-century Sun Temple at Konark in India is dedicated to Surya, the Hindu Sun God. It is one of the most famous monuments in India. The monument is an elaborate chariot full of carvings and hidden meaning. It is also a highly-accurate sundial and can tell the time to [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Nabateans founded Petra over 2,000 years ago. However, it was rediscovered in 1812, which is why people sometimes refer to it as ‘The Lost City of Petra’. It is a myriad of temples, tombs and caves located in the rugged desert of southwestern Jordan. It is also an endangered [...]
November 22, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Set in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, Tonga is made up of over 170 islands spread across an ocean area roughly the same size as Japan. Of those islands, only 36 are inhabited. As you might expect, it’s all white sand and coral-fringed beaches, tropical rainforest and friendly people [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Antalya is a large city on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast. Since the second century BC, the city has been an important port and today it is a busy resort city and the gateway to the Turkish Riviera. With over 2,000 years of history, visitors to the city can see a diverse [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
This iconic landmark is a proud symbol of science and the city of Brussels. Built for the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair, the structure was supposed to be just temporary, lasting just six months. However, it is still standing some sixty years after its construction. Attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Victoria Falls is one of the world’s most incredible natural wonders. Part of the Zambezi River, the waterfall forms the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia. You can see most of the falls from the Zimbabwean side, but most visitors head to the Zambian side. If you want to get closer [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Antigua and Barbuda lure hundreds of thousands of tourists to their powdery white beaches every year. The tiny island chain is home to some of the Caribbeans most stunning landscapes and delicious local cuisine. This, combined with a long and colourful history and the friendly locals, means you’d be hard-pressed [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
In a city brimming with eye-popping architecture, Delhi’s Lotus Temple – also known as the Bahai House of Worship – manages to stand out. In fact, we even named it one of the Top 50 Most Beautiful Buildings in the World. Built in 1986, the lotus-shaped temple was designed to [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The capital of the French Riviera and France’s fifth-largest city, Nice has been a magnet for tourists for centuries. It’s the epitome of sunlit sophistication, from its belle-époque architecture to its seaside promenade. It’s beloved by everyone from Queen Victoria to Elton John but there’s more to the city than [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
There’s more to this twin-island nation than year-round sunshine, palm-fringed white sand beaches and luxurious hotels. For instance, did you know that it’s the smallest sovereign state in the Western Hemisphere? Thought not. From a founding father’s birthplace to French-imported monkeys, here are a few interesting facts about St Kitts [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
An inuksuk is a stone structure placed by the Inuit in various locations across northern Canada, Greenland, and Alaska. They use these structures as ways of communicating with each other. They indicate directions, mark sacred places and signpost great spots for hunting and fishing. If you come across one, you [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
JJohor Bahru is the southernmost and second largest city in Malaysia. It is one of the most visited cities in the world and is home to the busiest international land border crossing in the world. With more theme parks than any other state in the country and lots of cultural [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, the Prophet’s Mosque, is in Medina in Saudi Arabia. It is the second holiest place in Islam after the Kaaba in Mecca. In the Prophet’s Mosque, you’ll find the Tomb of The Prophet Mohammad, and millions of Muslims come here to pray every year. Curious to learn more [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Forbidden City in Bejing is one of China’s most famous landmarks and one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. Housing ancient cultural relics as well as over 9,000 rooms, this site was once home to emperors but is now an incredible and one of the most visited [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Egypt isn’t short on blockbuster sights, but Luxor Temple is one of its star attractions. Located on the east bank of the River Nile, it’s one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in the world. Construction began in 1400 BCE, spearheaded by the Pharoah Amenhotep III and completed by Tutankhamen, Horemheb [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The North Cape (Nordkappsome) is located in Northern Norway. It is a high cliff that stretches out into the Arctic Ocean. Road access to the North Cape is through one of Norway‘s longest subsea tunnels. At North Cape, you can visit the world’s northernmost ecumenical chapel and if you arrive [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Parc Guell is one of Antonio Gaudí’s most iconic works. He designed and built the 12-hectare landmark just before the outbreak of World War One, and it officially opened as a public park in 1926. A designated Unesco World Heritage Site since 1984, more than 12 million tourists visit Park [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the United Arab Emirates or the UAE. Located in the southeast of the Arabian Peninsula, squeezed between Oman and Saudia Arabia, this federation of seven emirate states was born in 1971. In the past five decades, it’s rapidly transformed from a quiet fishing [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Grenada is a small volcanic island in the Caribbean made up of one large and six smaller islands. It is famous for its beautiful beaches, lush forests and waterfalls, and for its spice production. Though small, the island certainly does pack a punch when it comes to things to do. [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Kolkata – or Calcutta in English – is the capital of the state of West Bengal in India. It is located on the Hooghly river and during the British Rule in India it was the country’s most important trading port. With a long history and a mix of cultural influences, [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Medina is a large city in Saudi Arabia and the second-holiest place in Islam. It is the city of the Messenger of God and where you’ll find some of the oldest mosques in the world and the tomb of the Prophet Mohamed. A site of pilgrimage for millions of Muslims, [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Micronesia – or the Federated States of Micronesia – is a collection of more than 600 islands in the heart of the Pacific Ocean. It’s one of the world’s smallest nations, with a landmass smaller than Luxemburg, but as a region, it spans more than 1,801 miles (2,900 kilometres) and [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Located on the southwestern coast of Africa, Namibia is one of the driest countries on the planet. Around one million tourists visit the country every year for its dramatic desert landscapes, wildlife-filled national parks and colourful culture. But how much do you really know about the country? Did you know [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Tajikistan – or the Republic of Tajikistan – is a landlocked country in Central Asia. Squeezed between Kyrgyzstan, China, Afghanistan and Uzbekistan, it was one of the constituent republics of the Soviet Union between 1929 to 1991. Even after the fall of the Iron Curtain, the country remained off the [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Central Asia is unchartered territory even for the worldliest travellers. Of its five republics Uzbekistan – officially the Republic of Uzbekistan – is the most densely populated. Its name is a combination of the Turkik words ‘uz’ (self), ‘bek’ (master) and the Persian suffix ‘stan’ (country). This essentially translates [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Standing at 20 metres (66. ft) high and 65 metres (213 ft.) wide, Brandenburg Gate is one of Germany’s most iconic landmarks. It’s sandwiched between the Haus Lierbermnn and Haus Sommer, both built in the late 1990s by Josef Paul Kleihues to replace the pavilions destroyed during World War Two. [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Floating between the west coast of Italy and the north coast of Sardinia, Corsica is the fourth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. Known as the ‘Island of Beauty’, it’s a European holiday hotspot thanks to its glittering beaches, wild hinterland and lively towns. Headed here on holiday and looking [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Part of the Soviet Union until 1991, Kyrgyzstan boasts incredible natural beauty, with its unspoilt mountainscapes, vast glaciers and pristine lakes. Its history dates back over a thousand years too, increasingly influenced by China, Iran and the Middle East as it became a crucial part of the Silk Road route. [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Latvia may be a small country, but it has quite a few surprises among its boisterous capital city and bucolic countryside. Did you know, for instance, that over a third of the population live in the capital city? Or that Latvia boasts Europe’s tallest women? Closed off from the Western [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Sandwiched between Romania and Ukraine, Moldova became an independent republic following the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. It follows then that Moldova is a relatively new country, but its history actually stretches back millennia; some of Moldova’s key archaeological sites house ancient tools dating back 1.2 million years. [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
République de Côte d’Ivoire is a West African Country and former French colony. Evidence of its colonial past can be seen all across the nation including in its official language. They like to do things big in the Côte d’Ivoire. It is home to the world’s biggest church and it [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Krakow is a beautiful old city in Poland. It’s so beautiful that UNESCO made the centre of the city its first-ever World Heritage Site. Full of history and heritage, the city is also full of heart and those looking for love might just find it if you rub the beloved [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Sandwiched between Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Montenegro, and self-declared Kosovo, Serbia truly is the heart of the Balkans. Home to countless historic relics, delicious and hearty cuisine plus a rich kaleidoscope of art and culture, it’s easy to fall hard and fast for this beautiful country. Whether you’re [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Located just 26 miles from the historic heart of Dublin, Newgrange is Ireland’s most visited archaeological monument. Around 200,000 people visit the site every year to step back thousands of years to a simpler time. The ancient site is shrouded in myth and legends too – and there are even [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Piazza San Marco – or St. Mark’s Square – is one of the most visited sights in Italy. Millions of tourists flock to the iconic square to explore the Basilica of Saint Mark, wander the Halls of Doges Palace and sip Bellinis in one of the most picturesque spots on [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Sandwiched between Poland, the Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary and Ukraine, Slovakia was part of Czechoslovakia until the “velvet divorce” in 1993. The landlocked country may not have beaches, but there’s a good deal more to it than its cobbled capital Bratislava. With mountains across the north and centre, hills to [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Home to more than 900 lovely, laid-back islands, the Solomon Islands is located in the South Pacific, between Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu. Despite its white sandy beaches, rainforests and eye-popping sights, tourism hasn’t really touched the country – perhaps because it’s so difficult to reach. Interested in learning more [...]
November 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
This tiny cluster of nine Polynesian islands in the Pacific Ocean has been inhabited since the 14th century, but few people know about it. Ringed with coral and topped with palm trees, Tuvalu is pure paradise but it takes a long time to get there, with just two direct flights [...]
November 15, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The USA is probably the most well-known country in the world. It has given us so many cultural icons and has so many iconic landmarks. We know so much about the U.S from watching films and television shows and music videos too. America has contributed so much to popular culture. [...]
November 8, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Sierra Leone, unofficially known as Sloane, is a West African country rich in wildlife, history, and natural resources. The country has a long and brutal history; it was a hotspot for the slave trade and endured a bloody, complicated civil war. However, the country is slowly experiencing economic growth. And [...]
November 8, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Somalia is the easternmost country in Africa, in what’s known as the Horn of Africa. It has endured a long and brutal history, with a neverending war, random attacks, and famine. Somalia’s also become infamous for its pirates, who seized ships in the Gulf of Aden during the 2000s. However, [...]
November 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Harmandir Sahib is the holiest shrine in Sikhism and stands magnificently on a holy pool in Punjab, India. Its name in English is the Golden Temple due to the fact that 24 karat pure gold covers much of the outside of the building. Not only does the Sri Harmandir [...]
November 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The City of Jerusalem is the largest city in Israel and the capital of the country. Some 956,849 people call the city home. The first settlement of the area took place between 4500 and 3500 BCE, making Jerusalem one of the oldest cities on Earth. With so much history, there [...]
November 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Timor-Leste is the newest country of the 21st century. Located in Southeast Asia, the country doesn’t have any UNESCO World Heritage sites, but it does have some of the most biodiverse waters in the world. So, from flags to fish, population to power struggles, here are the some of the [...]
November 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Immortalized by Count Dracula, Bran Castle is now Romania’s most-visited attraction. It’s perched on a cliff at an elevation of 762 metres, surrounded by dense forest and valleys that look like exactly the sort of place literature’s most blood-thirsty villain would reside. Inside, narrow winding staircases and underground passages spiral [...]
November 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Floating in the heart of the Caribbean sea, the idyllic island chain of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is beloved for its palm-fringed white sand beaches and year-round sunshine, but unlike some of the region’s other islands, it hasn’t been exploited by tourism. Planning a tropical island getaway? From black [...]
November 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The White Cliffs of Dover have a special place in Britain‘s collective imagination. Located along a five-mile stretch of the Kent coast, at the point where the country is closest to continental Europe, the chalky cliffs are as symbolic to Brits as the Statue of Liberty is for America. They’re [...]
November 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Kuala Lumpur is the shining jewel in Malaysia’s crown, so it’s not surprising that the King lives here and tourists flock to admire his royal abode. Fun fact: the King is part of the only rotating monarchy in the world. One of the New 7 Wonder Cities and home to [...]
November 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Liberia is in Western Africa with a coastline along the North Atlantic Ocean. With 29 ethnic groups and languages, Liberia is an ethnically diverse country, as well as a fascinating one. The Americans founded the country, and as a consequence of this, the Europeans never colonised Liberia and the country [...]
November 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Sagrada Família, or to give it its full title, The Basílica de la Sagrada Família, is an unfinished basilica in Barcelona, Spain. You’ll find it in the middle of the city in the Eixample district. This one-of-a-kind temple is the work of genius architect Antoni Gaudí. This incredible building [...]
November 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
This vibrant metropolis is one of Germany’s most popular cities, for good reason. Home to an epic music, beer and art scene, Berlin also boasts a rich history unrivalled by any other European city. In the 20th century alone it was the setting for a revolution, the rise of Nazis, [...]
November 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Squeezed between Serbia, Montenegro, Croatia and the Adriatic Sea, people have vied for control over Bosnia and Herzegovina for centuries. The triangular-shaped state is well-known for its role in the devastating war following the disintegration of Yugoslavia in the 1990s, and before that as the springboard for World War One [...]
November 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Ha Long Bay, in northeast Vietnam, is one of the world’s most recognisable landscapes. It’s renowned for its vivid emerald waters and soaring limestone islands covered in dense rainforests. Designated a World Heritage Site in 1994, the smattering of islands is popular with scuba divers, wildlife enthusiasts, rock climbers and [...]
November 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The 55th largest city in the United States, Honolulu might be small but it packs a punch. Famed for its long golden sandy stretches, epic surf and dramatic mountainscape backdrop, it’s most people’s idea of an idyllic tropical escape. But beyond the sand and the waves, how much do [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Home to some of Africa‘s most stunning scenery, vibrant culture and warm locals, Angola deserves to be on anyone’s bucket list. While still largest off the tourist track, the capital city Luanda is nicknamed the Paris of Africa for its vibrant metropolitan atmosphere. Moreover, though, the nation boasts some seriously [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Cloud Gate in Chicago, affectionately called, “The Bean” is a true city landmark. Inspired by liquid mercury, it is one of the world’s largest permanent outdoor art installations. You’ve seen it in countless Instagram posts and even a Kanye West music vid. So, are you ready for some interesting [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Many people quite often confuse The Holy See with the Vatican City. They are not the same thing. The Vatican City is a state located within the Italian city of Rome. The Holy See is actually the name given to the government of the Roman Catholic Church. Both the Vatican [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Nicaragua in Central America is set between two bodies of water and two other countries. It is home to some pretty impressive natural features, for instance, an open vent active volcano and the tenth-largest lake in the Americas. Another unique thing is that it is the only Latin American country [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Zambia is home to some of the world’s most incredible natural wonders and wildlife. Located in southern Africa, the country is famous for its rugged terrain and for being an awesome safari destination. Home to the biggest waterfalls, the biggest lake and the big five, the African Nation is big [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Burkina Faso is a large, landlocked country in West Africa. Squeezed between Mali, Niger, Benin, Togo and Côte d’Ivoire, much of the landscape is dominated by savannah. But beyond the newspaper headlines, how much do you know about this African nation? Did you know, for instance, that Burkina Faso translates [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Burundi is a tiny country with a staggering variety of landscapes, from soaring mountains to lakeside beaches. But since the civil war broke out in 1993, only the most intrepid travellers have seen the country first-hand. Looking to learn more about this landlocked East African nation? From jogging bans to [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Mali – officially the Republic of Mali – is squeezed between Algeria, Niger, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Guinea, Senegal and Mauritania. It’s the eighth-largest country in Africa, but how much do you know about this landlocked nation? From the world’s richest man to the largest mud building in the world, [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Squeezed between Libya, Chad, Nigeria, Benin, Senegal, Mali and Algeria, Niger is one of the poorest countries in the world when measured by GDP per capita. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t rich in wildlife, history and nature. From its own dinosaur to the tallest mud-brick minaret in the world, [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Rhodes is the fourth largest island in Greece and the largest of the Dodecanese islands. It’s actually closer to the Turkish mainland (18 km away) than it is to the capital, Athens (400km). It offers a fascinating mix of culture, history, beaches and outdoor adventures, and it’s long been a [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The blue-domed churches of Santorini are probably one of the most recognisable monuments in Greece. You’ll find them on the island of Santorini with some of the most well-known and photographed in the town of Oia. The island is peppered with hundreds of chapels and churches and dozens of them [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Afghanistan in South-central Asia is a country of geographical extremes and has a rich history of more than six thousand years. Interested in knowing more about this fascinating country? Here are some of the most interesting facts about Afghanistan. [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Saudi Arabia is the birthplace of Islam, home to two of the most important Muslim cities in the world – Mecca and Medina. It’s the 14th largest country on earth, measuring over 2.14 million squared km, which makes it roughly the same size as Western Europe or one-fifth the size [...]
November 3, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
This cutting-edge capital is the height of Scadi-cool. But how much do you know about Stockholm beyond IKEA, Abba and spas? Now’s as good a time as ever to put your knowledge to the test. From drinkable river water to the world’s first-ever open-air museum, here are a few interesting [...]
October 28, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Florence is the capital of the Tuscany region in Italy. It is famous for being the home of many masterpieces of Renaissance art and architecture. In fact, Florence is known as the birthplace of the Renaissance as many early writers and artists of the period sprung from here. From its [...]
October 28, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
At just over 620,000 sq. km (239,000 sq. miles), the Central African Republic is slightly smaller than Texas or half the size of France. Squeezed between Chad, Sudan, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cameroon and the Republic of the Congo, it’s the smallest landlocked country in central [...]
October 28, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Germany’s economic and financial capital Frankfurt-am-Main is famous for its soaring, steel skyscrapers and sprawling airport, but there’s more to the city than ‘Mainhatten’. Don’t believe us? From Germany’s largest urban forest to the original hot dog, here are a few interesting facts about Frankfurt that might surprise you. [...]
October 28, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Sun-kissed Senegal is located at the westernmost point of Africa in the Atlantic Ocean. Squeezed between Mauritania to the north, Mali to the east, and Guinea and Guinea-Bissau to the south, the country is recognized as one of the region’s model democracies. But while the country has enjoyed a stable [...]
October 28, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Skellig Michael is a remote, rocky island situated in the Atlantic Ocean just off the coast of County Kerry in Ireland. Famous for its remarkably preserved early Christian monastery and for being the filming location for two Star Wars movies, the island attracts pilgrims and film fans from all over [...]
October 28, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Over 2,000 years old, the Western Wall is a limestone wall in the Old City of Jerusalem. It is a sacred site to the Jewish people and many come to the wall to pray on a daily basis. It is a very popular tourist site, attracting millions of visitors every [...]
October 28, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Estonia is famous for its dense woods, charming historic centre of Tallinn and delightfully unique history that spans millennia. In recent years, the Baltic nation has seen a boom in tourism and even implemented a Digital Nomad Visa for those looking to stick around long term. Needless to say, [...]
October 28, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Bound by the Mediterranean Sea, Tunisia, Algeria, Niger, Chad, Sudan and Egypt, Libya is Africa’s fourth-largest country and the 16th largest country in the world by land. It boasts the longest African coastline on the Mediterranean Sea (often called the Libyan Sea), the largest desert in the world, a volcanic [...]
October 28, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Sitting right in the centre of Europe on the Baltic Sea, surrounded by Belarus, Latvia, Poland and Russia, Lithuania is truly a gem of Eastern Europe and the Baltics. Famous for its ancient history, interesting pagan roots and archaic language, there’s lots to love about it. Add to this a [...]
October 28, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Famed for its rich history, Oktoberfest, beer and football, Munich is one of Germany’s most popular destinations. Around three million tourists hotfoot here every year, but how much do you know about the Bavarian capital? From thousand-year-old monasteries to ancient latrines, here are a few interesting facts about Munich you [...]
October 28, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Jutting out into the Strait of Gibraltar, the Rock of Gibraltar is a small peninsula separated from Spain by a sandy isthmus. However, despite being so close to Spain, this limestone promontory is actually an overseas territory of the United Kingdom. The Chief of State is Queen Elizabeth II. Even [...]
October 28, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
This cool capital is the largest city in Poland. Located east of the centre, in the heartland of the Masovian Plain, it’s divided in two by the Vistula River. Beloved for its cutting-edge architecture, burgeoning art scene and fascinating history, millions visit the city every year. Planning a trip to [...]
October 11, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Argentina’s endless landscapes and its stunningly diverse fauna alone could be enough to make a name for the country. However, anyone who has met an Argentinian could easily put the locals’ funny, outgoing, and welcoming personalities above anything else. There is no chance you will get bored among these dramatic [...]
February 25, 2022 - Melanie May
Agra is a city in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, India. Once part of the Mughal Empire, today the city is famous for its rich history and magnificent monuments like the Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Mehtab Bagh, and, of course, the Taj Mahal. It is also famous for its [...]
February 23, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
Denmark’s cool, cutting edge capital city is a popular mini-break destination for millions of tourists every year. Over 9 million people travel to Copenhagen every year for a dose of royal history, Michelin-starred meals and eye-popping architecture – all by the waterside. But how much do you know about the [...]
November 15, 2021 - Melanie May
Famed for its wildlife, archaeological discoveries and complex history, South Africa is a fascinating country. Nicknamed the Rainbow Nation, the country is home to many different peoples and cultures and you’ll hear dozens of different languages being spoken. So, if you are planning a trip to the southernmost country on [...]
September 14, 2021 - Allie D'Almo
With its Jungle Book ruins, endless beaches and wildlife-rich national parks, Sri Lanka is popular with everyone from broke backpackers to luxury holidaymakers. But it wasn’t always that way. For over 25 years, Sri Lanka was embroiled in a turbulent civil war that left it cut off from most of [...]
September 10, 2021 - Melanie May
Republic of Kenya (English) or Jamhuri ya Kenya (Swahili) is located in East Africa. Nairobi is the capital city and the country’s population is around 53 million. Kenya is synonymous with safaris and is famed for its vast wildlife reserves. But there is more to this stunningly beautiful country than [...]
September 7, 2021 - Allie D'Almo
Located just 100 km from Tokyo, Mount Fuji is an iconic symbol of Japan. Soaring 3,766 metres high, it’s the country’s tallest mountain, as well as the second-highest volcano in Asia and the seventh-highest island peak in the world. Unsurprisingly, it’s one of Japan’s most-visited tourist attractions and over 200,000 [...]
June 9, 2021 - Allie D'Almo
At 55 metres (183 foot) tall, the Tower of Pisa is an impressive structure, even without its famous lean. And, while it may one of the most structurally unsound buildings in the world, you can actually climb up 294 steps to the top of it too. Planning a trip or [...]
March 29, 2021 - Melanie Hamilton
Germany has long been a crossroads and cultural hub of Central Europe. From its ancient history, thriving economy, interesting culture and delicious cuisine, it’s easy to see why it is such a sought after nation to visit in the EU. Whether you’re a nature lover, a history buff or foodie, [...]
March 24, 2021 - Melanie Hamilton
Year after year Greece reels in more than 30 million tourists from all around the globe looking to indulge in the delicious cuisine, rich history and breathtaking landscapes. Whether you’re a foodie, a nature lover or culture and history fanatic, Greece checks all the boxes. So whether you’re planning to [...]
March 12, 2021 - Melanie Hamilton
Dazzling scenery, rich culture and an incredible gastronomic scene are just a few of the things that await in New Zealand. Which is why this breathtaking Pacific nation is one of the most sought after tourist destinations and is great for every type of traveller. Whether you’re planning to visit [...]
December 2, 2020 - Melanie Hamilton
Italy is one of the most visited countries in the world racking up nearly 94 million international tourists annually. From ancient cities like Rome, Venice and Pompeii; to stunning natural wonders like the Dolomites, Amalfi Coast and Blue Grotto; it’s certainly earned the title of one of the world’s most [...]
December 2, 2020 - Melanie Hamilton
South Korea is famous for its ancient temples, delicious foods and bustling capital of Seoul. From the epic Gyeongbokgung Palace to vibrant and eclectic market streets of Seoul, there’s no shortage of things to see and do. Whether you plan to hit the countryside and explore marvels such as the [...]
April 28, 2020 - Melanie Hamilton
The Taj Mahal is one of the most visited tourist sites in the world, and it isn’t hard to see why. The pearly white palace tomb is a gleaming testament to love, India and symmetrical art. Whether you’re visiting or just looking to brush up on your knowledge of one [...]
April 6, 2020 - Melanie Hamilton
The Louvre, one of Paris‘ gems and the world’s largest museum, is a bucket list item for many around the world. In addition to being the world’s largest and most visited museum, it also comes with a history of its own dating back almost a thousand years. Here are seven [...]
February 17, 2020 - Elizabeth Thorn
Where’s the capital of Switzerland? That’s a great question. And, most people seem to think the answer is or even . And, while Geneva is a huge hub for international politics, it’s not the capital of this European country. [...]
January 17, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
Did you know that 55% of the world’s population lives in cities today? There are 33 megacities—cities with more than 10 million people living in them. Not only that, by 2030 there will be six more. As for the 50 most visited cities in the world in 2019? We’ve got [...]
October 17, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Curious about how Michelin stars are awarded to restaurants? Or whether the decor and service play a part? These are the Michelin Star guide facts you need to know, according to a real life Michelin inspector. They’re not exactly common knowledge, with a lot of misconceptions about the awards. [...]
August 30, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Curious about how popular your country is as a holiday destination? Or maybe you’re in need of some holiday inspiration of your own – you can’t decide which city to visit. Well, we’ve got the 10 most visited cities in Europe right here. [...]