The winding streets and narrow alleyways of Damascus are a maze and getting lost is a mandatory part of any visit. Leave your watch in the hotel as you explore the timeless markets and mosques of The Old City where St Paul was baptized and began his preaching. It's no wonder that Damascus claims to [...]

These remote islands, stretching out into the Atlantic Ocean like stepping stones in a vast lake, lie at the extremity of the British Isles and the very edge of our imagination. Hike through the Isle of Skye and feel your heart soar at the sight of surreal rock formations, wild emerald pastures, and[...]

Lush green paddy fields, winding rivers and a crazy metropolis all await intrepid explorers to Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta. Pearl of the Orient, Ho Chi Minh City is the economic and commercial centre of the nation. Home to manic traffic, trendy bars, and exclusive shops, this is a city tha[...]

Relax on one of Salvador's white-sand beaches and you will see the art ballet of capoeira, smell the rich spicy cooking of Bahia, and get the unmistakable feeling that you are in African Brazil. The homeland of Brazil's African heritage is like nowhere else in Brazil: carnivals sway to the rhythms o[...]

Roam ancient ruins, immerse yourself in the serene monasteries of Chiang Mai, or trek into the mist-cloaked hills of Mae Hong Son, the northern region of Thailand offers travellers all this and much more. Footprintfocus Chiang Mai & Northern Thailand is loaded with information and advice on visiting[...]

Spend the afternoon relaxing on Venezuela's Caribbean coastline, diving in crystal clear waters or taking pictures at a marine national park. When you tire of the beach, head to the bustling streets of Merida, the wildlife of the plains or the humid intensity of the Amazon rainforest. Footprintfocus[...]

Travel through gleaming hill-top towns and onto quiet windswept beaches, while sampling some of the tastiest tapas and sweetest sherry on offer. Go hiking in La Alpujarra, skiing in the Sierra Nevada, or strolling around the magical winding streets of the Albayzin. Whether you want to experience aut[...]

The Basque region remains unspoilt by tourism; whether you want to discover ancient towns steeped in tradition and age-old customs, the buzzy cultural capital of Bilbao, San Sebastian's stunning beaches or just sample some of the finest seafood and cider then the Footprintfocus guide to Bilbao & Bas[...]

Take a plunge off Mexico's Caribbean coastline and marvel at the coral and plants that have been popular with divers since the 1960s. Trek inland and visit Mayan ruins immersed in ancient forests. Stop briefly at the popular sites in Uxmal and Tulum, but stay as long as you like at the lesser-known [...]

Enjoy an espresso in a cafe in the morning, check out the rustic old district San Telmo in the afternoon, and then tango the night away before heading for a huge steak and a sumptuous glass of Argentine Malbec - just an ordinary night out Buenos Aires. When you tire of the city, head for the wide-op[...]

Stroll around the World Heritage Site Colonia del Sacramento and you will feel like you have travelled back in time: 17th colonial buildings grace the historic section, while the lively modern town extends around a bay. Go by horseback across the country's rolling hills and stay overnight at a count[...]

Few cities are as famous, as alluring or as sacred as Jerusalem. Pilgrims have been travelling here for thousands of years, making it one of the first tourist destinations in the world. Even today pilgrims from the three Abrahamic religions - Judaism, Christianity and Islam - journey to Jerusalem to[...]

If you are looking for evidence for the belief that size is not everything then Costa Rica should be your first port of call. What Costa Rica lacks in size, it more than makes up for in wildlife, scenery and adventure. Visit Costa Rica and you'll experience a tropical paradise of jungles and lagoons[...]