Author: overtheborders

In a few minutes, the once beautiful city became a ghost town. Now it's a dark tourist heaven. Montserrat is a mountainous island in the Caribbean and is an overseas territory of the UK. Plymouth was the capital until 1995, and devastating volcanic eruptions tore the island apart, causing mass evacuation. The residents were initially returning to town, but two years later the second eruption destroyed most of the city, and was the last nail in its future ffin. The Soufrière Hills volcano erupted in July 1995, dropping thermal currents and ash over most of the island.Volcanologists have long warned…

With the warm moon coming soon, there's no more time to go outside and make the most of the UK's outdoors. Enjoy pints after walking in gentle green hills, panoramic views of the British coast, and charming villages. There are many day trips that can be easily made without a car.There is no shortage of scenic hiking routes to explore in the UK, but some are farther away than others and require a few days of walks. If driving is not an option, or if you simply push time and can't afford a few days, there are also day trips…

Zanzibar is working to eliminate malaria as it aims to strengthen the ambitions of the local tourism industry and the blue economy. Under the guidance of Dr Hussein Ali Mwinini and the Zanzibar End Malaria Council, the islands entered the pre-escape phase, with local malaria transmission diminishing to a historically low level. Authorities emphasize that collective action in which government, private sector and community stakeholders are at the forefront of the initiative is essential to maintaining progress in avoiding revival. Authorities have directly linked the elimination of malaria to economic resilience, health safety and visitor trust. Tourism is a major…

Formerly like a hidden gem, Lithuania has become a rather exciting destination for family trips thanks to its fusion of cultural heritage, practical attractions and natural beauty. In 2024, the country was first featured in the Michelin Guide. Similarly, Lonely Planet is named Lithuania, and is the second best travel destination in the world and top ranked in Europe.The capital, Vilnius, is easily reachable to the UK, where flight times are less than three hours. Perfect for any holiday maker, Vilnius offers a rich mix of history, culture and child-friendly activities. At the top of the list is the old…

Following the signing of landmark codeshare deals by Kenya national airlines Safarilink Aviation and Kenya Airways, a new era of seamless safari trips has dawned. This strategic partnership is set up to revolutionize the way travelers access world-renowned safari destinations in Kenya. The agreement, signed at the stunning Serena Mara Lodge in the heart of Masai Mara, marks a major milestone in strengthening Kenya's tourism infrastructure. Under this new collaboration, international passengers flying on Kenya Airlines can now book their entire trip with just one ticket, from global gateways such as New York (JFK) to top Wildlife destinations in Kenya.…

{KXLG – SD, Brookings County} The Brookings County Sheriff's Office responded to a two-vehicle collision on SD13 near 216th Avenue on Friday, April 25, 2025, around 8:59pm.Jose Martinez, 23, of Elkton, SD, was driving the 2008 Honda Civic when he encountered a northbound case sprayer spin at the sheriff's office. The citizen and the sprayer collided, negating damage to Honda.Martinez was taken to Brookings ER by Elkton Ambulance for an unknown injury. Authorities believe alcohol was a factor in the accident, and Martinez was arrested after being released from hospital.The case spray driver was identified as Haydenstein, 35, of Elkton.Total…

The European Union's Immigration/Exit System (EES) is scheduled to come into effect in October 2025, with some who believe that travelers could face longer border wait times as a result. The system requires UK travelers who need to scan their passports and other travel documents in place of previous passport stamping. This means that non-EU travelers will need to scan their passports or other travel documents at a self-service kiosk every time they travel from a non-EU country to the EU.Once registered, the digital record will remain valid for three years. This means that if you enter or finish during…

If you are on an overseas adventure but don't want to pay extra for heavy luggage that you need to store, this military trick will help you add it to your cabin bag. This tip comes from a YouTube channel of a former US military member who posted under the name Army Gringo. First, place the shirt flat on the table or bed, turn the bottom of the shirt over and roll it about 2 inches above. Make sure it is completely flat so you don't lose valuable space. Take one side of the shorts, fold it in the center,…

Passengers who choose to fly with budget airlines such as Ryanair and EasyJet can enjoy a very low-cost flight if they decide to travel with baggage alone. However, these airlines, like many other budget carriers, require passengers to pay extra for larger cabin bags and luggage.If passengers arrive at the airport with more than their assigned baggage allowance, they can be hit with a large excess of fees. There are several ways to apply these fines. Matthew Corrigan, CEO of TRTL Travel, suggests that one of the best ways to maximize your package and avoid paying extra fees is to…

If you've ever planned a summer vacation abroad, you know how stressful it can be. Bookings for flights and accommodations can be summed up quickly, and booking companies know how to book quickly without thinking. Mark Baldwin Digital CEO, Baldwin, shared six popular scam marketing strategies that allow you to spend more than you need.One of the most common tricks used on hotel sites is to create false rarity. Alerts about “Only 3 rooms remain at this price” or “12 people looking at this hotel right now” are designed to cause fear of missing out. Mark said: “Though these notices…