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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.
Each year nearly three million people visit Glacier National Park in Montana to enjoy some of its 740 miles of hiking trails. Most visitors keep within the trails of Going-to-the-Sun Road, but some venture further into the wild, traipsing through alpine meadows, dense woodland, and backcountry roads. Glacier offers a range of trails suitable for all ages and experience levels, starting with easy day hikes and stretching to more strenuous multi-day excursions that challenge experienced hikers.
Rama Navami is a vibrant spring festival that celebrates the birth of the Prince of Ayodhya from the epic Ramayana. Lord Rama is regarded as the seventh avatar of the Hindu deity Lord Vishnu, and this festival is marked across India with immense fervor. Among the fascinating cultural aspects of this celebration are the 108 temples and towns known as Divya Desams or “mystical abodes,” which are dedicated to Vishnu and his avatars. Below, we explore some of the most renowned temples dedicated to the worship of Lord Rama across India.
When you think of national parks, incredible landscapes often come to mind. However, many national parks also boast beautiful underwater “trails” where the flora and fauna are as spectacular as those on land.
The United States was built for driving. Together, the 48 contiguous states comprise more than 3 billion sq miles of land and 4 million miles of public roads (nearly 200,000 of which are highways), and within those miles lie 53 of the USA’s 52 national parks.