Debra Carpenter

May 17, 2024 | travellersworldwide.com | Debra Carpenter

Sky-high waterfalls and lush rainforests, luxurious beaches, colorful culture, spicy aromas, and rugged mountains class Venezuela as one of the coolest destinations in South America. From tropical Caribbean shores to rainforest wildlife, it’s a stunning place to visit. Mighty rivers, like the Orinoco, filled with strange and rare wildlife eventually cascade into the world’s tallest, most powerful, and beautiful waterfalls here.

May 16, 2024 | travellersworldwide.com | Debra Carpenter

Situated 250 miles off Africa’s coast, the island of Madagascar is known for its diverse and abundant wildlife in the rainforests and cloud forests and unique blends of French and European architecture that make it feel far removed from Africa. Some people might associate the island with lemurs, thanks to the DreamWorks movie from 2005, and that classification isn’t wrong.

May 15, 2024 | travellersworldwide.com | Debra Carpenter

Kenya has it all: Bustling cities where markets, cafes, and museums abound, vast nature reserves and national parks teeming with wildlife roaming the African plains and savannah, and beaches on the Indian Ocean that are perfect for relaxing in the sun. But if you visit at the wrong time of the year, you might arrive during the heavy masika rains, when crowds reach their peak, or when prices skyrocket as demand increases. That’s why it’s important to find out the best time to visit Kenya.

May 14, 2024 | travellersworldwide.com | Debra Carpenter

If you want a truly breathtaking travel experience, Norway should be on your list. You can see glaciers, mountains, fjords, fishing villages, bustling cities, and amazing natural phenomena like the Northern Lights, the Midnight Sun, and the Polar Night. But since Norway is so far north, winters are frigid and some parts experience nonstop darkness this time of year.

May 13, 2024 | travellersworldwide.com | Debra Carpenter

Sandy beaches, hulking volcanoes, lush rainforests, busy cities, traditional Maori culture, and dappled sunlight in glades and meadows where iconic films like the Lord of the Rings trilogy and Avatar were shot — New Zealand is a wonder, no matter where you look. But figuring out the right time of year to go poses a challenge for most travelers. The seasons are reversed with its location in the Southern Hemisphere, so it can be confusing to find the best time to visit New Zealand.