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Lake Tahoe stands out as a remarkable travel destination, with both summer and winter offering a playful array of outdoor recreation opportunities. With summer temperatures averaging between 70 and 80 degrees, the cool lake waters provide a refreshing escape for nature enthusiasts after engaging in activities such as hiking, cycling, or paddling.
Famed for its architectural treasures, Barcelona is dotted with striking Gothic cathedrals, fantastical Modernisme creations, and avant-garde works.
The Summer Olympics are finally set to begin. However, unless you’re one of the roughly 11,000 athletes who qualified for the Tokyo Games, you won’t set foot on the field, floor, or court at the athletic venues. Fortunately, you don’t have to be an Olympian to feel like one.
Tokyo is renowned for its secret bars, but there’s a unique spot you might not know about: a cafe dedicated to Nintendo called ’84’. Founded by former Nintendo Co. employee Toru Hashimoto, this warm and cozy destination brims with video game memorabilia, artworks, and delightful surprises.
Zion and Bryce Canyon are two of the USA’s most popular national parks. With only a 90-minute drive separating these iconic landscapes, the national parks are often compared by travelers making the trip to southern Utah. However, if you have limited time, is it better to visit Zion or Bryce Canyon?
Most visitors to Florida’s coasts plop down on the beach, soak up some sun and call it a day. And hey, there’s nothing wrong with taking a load off. If there’s a US state for that sort of relaxation, Florida is it. However, if you’d rather get a little more adventurous, there are plenty of ways to spice up waterfront activities in the Sunshine State. Diving, windsurfing, and epic paddles are all on the menu on both of Florida’s coasts, from the choppy Atlantic to the relatively serene Gulf of Mexico.
Outdoor enthusiasts usually head to Arapahoe Basin Ski Area in Colorado to ski and snowboard its towering slopes. However, there’s now another compelling reason to visit with the launch of a newvia ferrata. The team at Arapahoe claims it’s the highest in North America and is already welcoming climbers after opening last week.
Conservationists in Argentina are celebrating the birth of three giant river otter cubs, a remarkable event given that this species was classified as extinct in Argentina. This positive development is the result of a significant rewilding project in the country’s wetlands, which not only promotes species recovery but also enhances sustainable ecotourism opportunities in the region.
The ancient underground tunnels of Rome’s famed Colosseum have opened to the public for the first time.
For centuries, the epic beauty of Germany’s landscapes has inspired artists and writers toward the lyrical and profound. The country’s national parks highlight some of its most incredible and diverse outdoor spaces.
Many places around the world are experiencing renewed interest in tree houses, and Costa Rica – with its vast stretches of primary forest and durable hardwoods – is certainly no exception.
National parks are a classic choice for a kid-friendly getaway; however, the desert parks are often overlooked as family destinations. If you have adventurous kids who love the outdoors, consider putting Joshua Tree National Park high on your list. Rest assured, they won’t be climbing the prickly Joshua trees themselves, but the rock formations are irresistible. Some spots cater to expert climbers, while others, like the smooth curves of Jumbo Rocks, are perfect for even young explorers.
Arkansas is a state overflowing with outdoor adventure activities. Consequently, it attracts visitors who are eager to immerse themselves in nature and experience the great outdoors.
The Musée Carnavalet has long been one of Paris’ overlooked treasures. After five years of closure and a €55 million makeover, the museum is set to enhance its appeal with a reinvigorated space.
Who doesn’t want to walk in the footsteps of Beyoncé and Jay-Z? The world-famous couple’s stroll through the Musée du Louvre for their 2018 music videoApes**thas brought a record-breaking 10.2 million visitors to the iconic building. However, bypass the crowds and explore the Louvre’s quieter corners in its treasure-packed Richelieu wing instead.
Across the country, people are starting to venture out into museums and cultural spaces again after months of closures and uncertainty. Visitors are returning in significant numbers to meet the reduced-capacity limits imposed during the pandemic. This trend is a welcome sign that highlights how, in times of crisis, the role of art becomes even more central to our lives.
A compelling place to search for the United States’ beating heart is in museums. Joy Harjo, the nation’s 2019 Poet Laureate, wrote, “where do we look when we want to know who we were in the past, to know where we’re going? We look to art, to the design tracks of our material world.”
Mystery trips—where travelers engage with an agency to arrange a vacation without knowing the destination until the last moment—have carved a unique niche in the travel sector. With travel gradually resuming in multiple countries, there is growing anticipation among travelers looking to break free from their routines and embrace spontaneity after prolonged periods of staying at home.
Belonging to a cookbook club offers many perks beyond the delight of trying new recipes. Not only do you engage in discussions about all things food, but you also connect with culinary enthusiasts. This community guarantees a daily dose of culinary conversations, critical advice, and a sense of belonging at monthly gatherings. Most importantly, it serves as a therapeutic escape during challenging times.
You’re never too far from a beach in Dublin. Whether you’re looking for a family day out, some cold water immersion in the open sea, or just a long stretch of sand to stroll while listening to a good podcast, the coastal capital has some great options for you.