Author: overtheborders

Destinations without crowds are becoming more difficult to find. Millions of tourists head to Spain and Portugal every year. What means it's a relaxing holiday can feel like a fight through packed streets or busy beaches. But it hasn't overrun anywhere. One quiet town in Central Portugal still offers great value for peace, adventure and money.”Outdoor travel expert and CEO of Kayalum told Express: “In the forests of Central Portugal, Luza is a sleepy hill town that most tourists miss.He added: “The price of a clean guesthouse is about £34, and breakfast is thrown in. The same crew who builds…

The village of Treen, Penzance, is located about three and a half miles southeast of the land edge of Cornwall. Famous for its cliff walks and birdwatching offerings, it is the closest access point to the famous Logan Rock. Another Cornish gem hidden by the sturdy coast is the Pedn Vounder Beach, which happens to be a global front runner.Ranked as the 25th best beach in the world with Big 7 Travel in 2023, Pedn Vounder means “head lane” or “end lane” when translated from Cornish. This is a sight seen with crystal clear blue water and white sand. And…

The 10 most overcrowded tourist destinations in Europe are revealed by Greek islands top the list. Zante, the capital of overtourism, found to have stayed 150 overnight for all residents, according to research. The measure is based on European Commission (EC) figures, comparing the number of tourists overnight to the number of residents. Zante has a total of around 40,000 islanders, and in 2023 it was an astounding 6 million overnight stay. Three other Greek regions have created a top 10 listings along with two Canary Islands, three destinations in Austria and three destinations in Croatia.The second on the second…

US officials said the over-stretched airport in Newark, one of three serving New York metropolitan areas, suffered a new 90-second outage early on Friday.The delays and flight cancellations followed the incident at Newar Liberty International Airport on April 28th. The incident caused traffic controllers stationed in nearby Philadelphia to be unable to communicate with the plane.According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the latest incident included “a telecommunications outage affecting communications and radar displays from the same Philadelphia Department of Traffic Control that guides aircraft in and out of Newark's airspace.The suspension occurred around 3:55am (07:55 GMT) on Friday, and…

In April I had the opportunity to visit the Shibuyagame Reserve in the Eastern Cape. It was a journey that would have followed to help you truly find out where, its people, and its rhythm. What I found at Sibuya was more than just a luxurious lodge experience. It was a stripped ground encounter with the wild, which naturally reconnected in ways I never expected. My journey began with a 12-hour flight courtesy of Nordic Atlantic Airlines. The flight itself was smooth and comfortable, and the adventure really began after landing in South Africa. Unfortunately, I missed the connecting flight…

South Africa criticized the United States after reports emerged suggesting that Washington could accept white Africans as refugees as early as next week.Documents seen by the BBC's US partner CBS describe potential resettlement as a “priority” for President Donald Trump's government, but the timing has not been publicly confirmed by the White House.In a statement released Friday, South Africa's Foreign Ministry described the move as “political motivation” and was designed to undermine South Africa's “constitutional democracy.”In February, Trump described Africans as victims of “racism” in an executive order, opening up the prospect of them resettling in the United States.South African…

Another technology halt at Newar Liberty International Airport in New Jersey blindly manipulated an air traffic controller on the morning of May 9th. The Federal Aviation Administration has confirmed that the outages have affected communications and radar displays in the Philadelphia Tracon Area C, which leads to air traffic in Newark. According to the FAA, the suspension began at 03:55 and continued into the 90s. The episode follows a similar but long halt last week, followed by previous halts in April and November. Newark's ATC system has been in the fierce spotlight over the past week as technology obstacles and…

Air Canada announced on May 9 that delivery of the first Airbus A321XLRS and Boeing 787-10 will be delayed next year. Chief Financial Officer John Di Burt said in a call to the company's quarterly revenue that the A321neo's long-range variant is “later months behind, with the first aircraft expected to be delivered in 2026.” The Montreal-based carrier previously foresaw the delivery of the A321XLR in the fourth quarter, disclosing a plan to renew the fleet that continues into 2029. On the widebody side, Garard says Air Canada's first two 787-10s (the biggest variant of Boeing's flagship widebody) are also…

Africa is home to some of the world's most breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage and diverse wildlife. Nevertheless, the continent is missing out on most of the world's tourism market. This is an estimated $60 billion. A recent report highlights that Africa's share of international tourism receipts remains disproportionately low compared to other regions. The report suggests that Africa boasts unique attractions but faces challenges such as limited infrastructure, political instability and inadequate marketing that hinders the possibility of gaining a greater share of the global tourism market. This performance not only affects the economy, but also limits job creation…

Unscheduled maintenance issues forced Nigeria Air Peace to cancel flights to six states in January. Meanwhile, many African registered aircraft reportedly suffer at foreign bases, and are prevented from rejoining the fleet by unpaid bills. That's a familiar story. ACI Africa's Executive Director Ali Tounsi surprised anyone when he said during a webinar for the African Aviation Association (AFRAA) that infrastructure challenges continue to challenge African aviation. He went on to note that sector success relies on strengthening government involvement, regional cooperation and strategic investment in infrastructure. Despite encouragement numbers, recovery from the pandemic has been uneven across the continent.…