According to data released by the United Nations World Tourism Organization, the Palestinian territories were the fastest growing tourist destination in the world in 2017.

Tourism Growth

The list includes 10 destinations around the world with the fastest growth in tourism activities. However, it is important to note that these destinations may not be the most popular destinations in the world but that tourism has just experienced the fastest growth in a year. By observing the list carefully, two trends can be noted. Some of the destinations on the list have been victims of terrorist attacks or internal disturbances in the past, but … CONTINUE READING

With a Starbucks in almost every corner, McDonalds converting to McCafe and Dunkin Donuts as part of many daily trips, it’s hard to believe that anyone drinks more coffee than Americans. Yet, based on per capita coffee consumption, the United States is a medium-sized beverage, in an ocean of large nations that consume coffee.

While coffee consumption started in the 12th century in Yemen and the image of a Parisian cafe or a Roman espresso bar is often the first idea of ​​the “house” of coffee drinkers, none of these countries how much coffee each citizen consumes. So how do countries around … CONTINUE READING

Globally, 25 countries have no state religion, including the United States, Canada, China, South Africa, New Zealand, Singapore, Romania, Colombia, and East Timor. A secular state is one where the government is neutral in matters of religion. These countries do not discriminate against citizens on the basis of religion and therefore promote equality. In contrast, the state religion is one where the government officially recognizes a particular religion. In such a case, other religions may feel discriminated against.

Countries without state religion

New Zealand

Since most people in New Zealand are Christians, there is no state religion according to the constitution. This is attributed to … CONTINUE READING

Difference between a continent and a country

Most people know which country they live in and on which continent. But what exactly is the difference between the two? A continent is a very large land mass, often separated by oceans. Some of them are separated by other geographic or social characteristics. Geographical separation can be a narrow strip of land, while social separation can be based on a shared culture. The rules defining the continents are not immutable. As a general rule, the world recognizes separate continents 7: North America, South America, Africa, Europe, Asia, Antarctica and Australia. Although some schools of thought combine North and South … CONTINUE READING

The Safe Cities Index is an initiative sponsored by Economist magazine, which uses four categories to determine the perceived safety of a given city. The categories are:

1. Digital security that measures the likelihood of being the victim of privacy breaches or identity theft on the Internet. The availability of the technology and its level are also measured.
2. Health security which measures the ease of access to care for residents, as well as its quality. Air and water quality are also taken into account, as well as life expectancy.
3. Infrastructure security, which measures the resilience and security of urban infrastructure, in particular against potential

A minor planet is a celestial object which revolves around the sun but is neither a planet nor a comet. The first minor planet was discovered in 1801. It was called Ceres and was also called a dwarf planet.

The term “minor planets” has its roots in the 1800s. The term asteroids , minor planets, and planetoids have been used interchangeably throughout history. However, the situation became more confused when the Committee for the International Astronomical Union (UAI) reclassified comets and minor planets into two new categories: small bodies in the solar system and dwarf planets. It was around this time that … CONTINUE READING

For most places in Europe, winter extends from December to February. Temperatures are known to reach a minimum of around -41 to -50 degrees Fahrenheit. The season can be considered dark by a few hours of sunshine in some countries and the days are considered shorter than the nights. There are some cities that benefit from considerable sunshine, even if it is winter. There is a lot to see and do in Europe, even in winter, including Christmas markets in several cities. The figures mentioned are based on the average number of hours of sunshine that each city received in January. 2018.

The sunniest cities in

The tropical islands offer perfect relaxing gateways that allow you to recharge your batteries in a magnificent setting with a colorful sunset, sandy beaches and palm trees. Many amazing tropical destinations are scattered throughout the main Caribbean and oceanic islands. Here is a list of tropical destinations that offer adventure possibilities without necessarily breaking the bank.

10. Cuba

The magnificent tropical landscape of Cuba.

Located between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean. The most popular cities for tourists to Cuba are Havana, Baracoa, Trinidad, Varadero and Santiago de Cuba. Other destinations include Cayo Largo, … CONTINUE READING