A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
Thanks to a new injection of funding, London has an enriching historic attraction that invites exploration: theWillesden Jewish Cemetery, which is nestled in a tranquil residential area in the northwestern part of the city.
With a challenging year for travelers, one novel form of exploration has persisted despite international restrictions: video games. You do not even need to leave your home to enjoy this unique experience.
Plans for the world’s first dedicated coral conservation facility have been revealed near the Great Barrier Reef in North Queensland, Australia. Called the Living Coral Biobank, it aims to secure the long-term future and biodiversity of corals worldwide that are under severe threat due to climate change.
One of the most significant exhibitions this year celebrates fashion past and present, bringing together iconic costumes from designers such as Louis Vuitton, Dior, Alexander McQueen, and more. Tracing 150 years of fashion history,About Time: Fashion and Durationopens today at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute and will run until February 2021.
In many parts of the world, large social gatherings are still limited, but fortunately for scientists and animal enthusiasts, no one’s told the polar bears. As they do each year, the iconic Arctic creatures are set to gather in Manitoba’s Hudson Bay, and viewers from all over can tune in to observe them snooze, stretch, and spar from afar.
On my initial excursion to the Monkey Forest, I was enveloped with an unnecessary level of anxiety.
Just a few years after the Watergate opened its doors, the downtown Washington, D.C. hotel became enmeshed in an epic political scandal. However, the Watergate isn’t the only hotel steeped in US presidential history. Since 1789, when George Washington was sworn in as the first President of the United States, leaders have been dining, deliberating, writing, and resting their heads in hotels across the country. Below, find seven iconic properties forever tied to American Presidents.
Searching for a residence in London can be one of the most taxing experiences in the United Kingdom. It’s likely what the term “Rat Race” was intended to depict.
Recently, a woman reportedly sent a package to Italy, supposedly containing items that she had taken from the historical site of Pompeii, along with a note of apology. International media quickly picked up on the strangeness of the incident, due in large part to her claims of being cursed with bad luck as a result of her actions. According to the park, this is far from the first incidence of this nature; tourists from all over the world have been sending items back for many years, attributing their misfortune to these artifacts.
Near the northern border of California, straddling an ancient redwood forest and the wild and windswept Pacific coast, Humboldt County is one of the most uniquely beautiful places in the world. This region features over 45 percent of the state’s remaining protected old-growth coastal redwoods and boasts more than 110 miles of coastline for beachcombing adventures.
Ireland is mourning its most famous mammal: Fungie the bottlenose dolphin. A mainstay in Dingle Harbour since 1983, Fungie has been missing for days and successive search parties have uncovered no sign of the much-loved creature.
The USA boasts countless incredible and unique experiences available to travelers today, from boundless national parks that thrill outdoor enthusiasts to cultural institutions that educate and inspire. These amazing places are celebrated in the second edition of Lonely Planet’sUltimate Travel List, which ranks the 500 most remarkable experiences around the world. Within this list, 29 exceptional experiences are based in the US. Below are the top 10 destinations you simply cannot miss.
With some of the oldest languages on earth, vibrant storytelling traditions, and a rich melting pot of cultures, Asia is a literature lover’s dream. There’s no shortage of myths, legends, contemporary classics, comics, poems, novels, and memoirs across this vast continent. From India to Japan, Mongolia to Sri Lanka, Asian literature offers everything from ancient hymns to modern narratives of love, identity, and healing.
The Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition has yielded some amazing images, including stunning portrayals of the battle for survival between animals and insects, as well as the challenges facing our natural world. Furthermore, there are poignant images reflecting humanity’s treatment of some of our planet’s most beautiful creatures.
Some childhood fantasies diminish with time. We know now that we’re probably never going to spend the night at the mall, guzzling Slush Puppies directly from the spout; it’s unlikely we’ll get the keys to the Magic Kingdom for a solo ride on Splash Mountain after dark. However, getting one of the Wonders of the Modern World all to ourselves is a fantasy that has just come true for one fortunate individual.
The winners of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year (WPOTY) competition have been announced during an online awards ceremony by the Duchess of Cambridge, patron of the Natural History Museum, which develops and produces the competition.
Manhattan and Niagara Falls, New York’s two icons, serve as the starting and ending points of an incredible seven-hour road trip. Many travelers hurry through, stopping only at rest areas, thereby missing vast stretches of scenic countryside, rolling hills, top-tier wineries, and notable cultural institutions.
New Yorkers have a beautiful new space to stretch their legs as the Hudson River Park unveiled a vibrant, eco-friendly public pier in Tribeca last week. In a city where green spaces are in short supply, residents and visitors can enjoy this little oasis in a multitude of ways. The pier features lounge chairs for sunset viewing, a sports field for games, guided ecological tours for all ages, and a science-themed playground for children.
We live in an age of unprecedented access to digital technology, providing new avenues for exploring the world around us. While seeing iconic landmarks like the Mona Lisa or Christ the Redeemer in person is a unique experience, many of the world’s most popular and remote destinations now offer immersive virtual experiences. With thousands of online images, videos, and 360-degree virtual tours, you can explore museums, galleries, world wonders, and national parks from the comfort of your home.
In a joyful and historic event, the Tasmanian devil has returned to mainland Australia more than 3000 years after it was last seen there. Eleven creatures were recently released into a 400-hectare wildlife sanctuary north of Sydney. This follows a successful assisted trial release with 15 Tasmanian devils, meaning that a total of 26 creatures now call the wilds of mainland Australia home.