Author Archives: Ariana Ostrow

About Ariana Ostrow

Ariana Ostrow began her career in travel writing in 2008 during hertime spent living abroad in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Editor of GoingAbroad.org.

Surviving the Strain of Business Travel

While most business professionals thoroughly embrace their career, as well as the challenges it presents, there are always the duties to every position that grate on you at the grindstone. Unfortunately, for many, business travel is an on-going role requirement,…

wine regions in Northern France

A Guide to the Top Wine Regions in Northern France

You don’t need to be an expert on wine to know that France produces some of the best wines in the world, nor do you have to be an expert to enjoy it. If you’re exploring France with your caravan…

Car hire in South Africa is convenient and affordable

Scenic South Africa By Car

South Africa, occupying most of the southern area of the African continent, makes a great destination if you’re looking for somewhere a bit different for your next break. Car hire in South Africa is convenient and affordable, and it’s one of…

How to Enjoy Villa Holidays on a Budget

Booking a holiday is an exciting thing to do, but sometimes the organisation, decision-making and planning can become a real bore, especially if money is tight.

Great Rail Holidays Combine Travel with Relaxation

It’s hard to replicate the same level of relaxation and atmosphere on other modes of transport that you get from a rail journey. Busy roads when you are driving and cramped conditions when you are flying can’t compare to the…

Top 4 Unique January Holidays

New Year and Christmas will soon be over which means we need to find other reasons to celebrate and off course travel. How about having a unique holiday this January and giving the best possible start to the coming year?

The Palace at Knossos

Crete is a beautiful island steeped in tradition, stemming from its glorious and varied history.  Knossos, during the Minoan era, was undeniably the capital of Crete and there, in the palace, lived kings, queens and beasts of myth and legend….

The World’s Best Wine Destinations

If you’re passionate about good, high-quality wine, then you are certainly interested in visiting some of the countries that produce and distribute wine all across the world. Having said that, here you’ll find five of the best countries popular worldwide…

A Long Weekend in the Bordeaux Triangle

Paris, Marseille and plenty of other French cities have a dazzling amount of charm and attractions, but those looking for a more sedate, rustic and authentic getaway in France can find it on a weekend’s driving holiday in the Bordeaux…