Of the 195 countries on earth, it should come as no surprise that with 44 world heritage sites, Italy has more than any other country. Italy is steeped in history and myth, with the Roman Empire having ruled a large part of the world for hundreds of

Greece is a country with an epic past and is credited as one as the forefathers of civilization. From creating western philosophy in the 6th century BC and epic early works of literature, such as Homer the Iliad and The Odyssey following on around...

Turkey has been the home of some of the world's greatest marker points of history and as a result, the remnants of its ancient empires can be found throughout the country. From Alexander the Great, Achilles and the Trojans, to the great Ottoman

Located at the center of South Asia, Thailand is often known as 'the land of smiles' and 'the golden land', the first due to the infectious warmth of the local people, their kindness and genuine nature and the latter due to its fertile land

Having put the Balkan conflict of the early 1990's behind it, Croatia is facing the future with a new confidence as it modernizes and implements EU regulations in preparation for EU membership. Efforts are under way to weed out political corruption

Strategically located in the heart of the Mediterranean, Malta basks in the sun for most of the year. Blessed with long, dry summers and short, mild winters, this tiny island roughly 60 miles south of Sicily is a year round destination for people...

A sunny lifestyle, spectacular views of the Mediterranean and the hills, warm, friendly people and a vibrant social scene have made Spain one of the most popular destinations for international tourists, retirees as well as younger permanent residents

A holiday home on the Greek mainland or islands has long been on many a wish list. The clear blue waters of the Aegean and the Mediterranean, a temperate climate, natural beauty, historical associations, clean beaches and a laid back lifestyle have

As the demand for homes in Florida grew, housing construction intensified and a variety of quality homes came up across the state. Property prices shot up between 2000 and 2005, bolstered by demand from individuals and investors as well as the easy..