A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
If you’re scrambling to create a homeschool agenda for your kids during this unprecedented time, be sure to carve out some time for travel education. While taking them on an actual trip right now isn’t possible, you can incorporate activities that’ll spark their curiosity about people and places around the world amidst science lessons and algebra equations.
Since our interactions with digital devices have gone into overdrive, screen fatigue can so easily set in. So what better way to unwind and tap into your inner creative child than recording your surroundings on a sketchpad?
Join us on a journey to discover where the last dragon lay… This was one of those unexpectedly delightful days! I had often passed by this charming village but had never explored it until today. In search of adventure, our group stumbled upon this quaint hidden gem.
From flea markets in Monastiraki to high-end boutique browsing,Athenshas something for every shopper. For designer boutiques, go glam in fancier parts of town like Kolonaki. However, if bargaining for hours to get the best price on a rug is more your shopping style, it’s the many Athenian markets that are calling your name.
On our final day in St Kitts, we were greeted with an unexpected sight – clouds in the sky! The previous days had been filled with sunshine, making the thought of rain seem highly improbable. However, don’t be deceived; it remained warm, perfect for casual attire.
Houseplants are having their moment in the sun, embraced by passionate gardeners, trendy designers, and those of us who just like to have a little bit of nature around us at home.
The pleasure of swimming in peace amidst stunning natural settings is one of the most rewarding experiences one can have. If you find yourself inNew Zealand, you are in a country that provides unparalleled outdoor therapy. New Zealand not only boasts beautiful beaches but is also a tapestry of rivers, waterholes, and lakes, ideal for a refreshing dip or dive.
Florida is a remarkable state to explore, offering a plethora of activities, particularly with its renowned theme parks. Iconic resorts such as Disney, Universal, and Busch Gardens ensure an adventurous experience filled with laughter and enjoyment throughout your stay. With such a variety of exceptional theme parks in Florida, selecting your visits can be a delightful challenge.
Rijeka, theEuropean Capital of Culture for 2020, sits at the mouth of a sheer, limestone gorge where the Rječina River meets the northern Adriatic Sea. It is Croatia’s third-largest city and its largest port. Defined by its open character and progressive spirit fashioned by waves of immigrants, nationalities, and layers of ethnicities, its status as this year’sCapital of Culturehonors its multilayered identity. The accompanyingyear-long calendar of events—a program named “Port of Diversity”—kicked off in February, just as the city’s famously flamboyant Carnival celebrations were revving into high gear.
Throughout history, the Indian subcontinent has witnessed the rise and fall of remarkable empires, yet none resonate as vividly as the Mughals. Originating from present-day Uzbekistan, the empire established by Babur swept acrossIndiain the 17th century, leaving an indelible impression on its culture, architecture, and identity.
The soundtrack inNashvilleon Wednesday was not the usual Telecaster guitars, orange amps and kick drums, but instead, chainsaws, generators and nail guns as Music City started to recover from a cluster of deadly tornadoes.
The Belgian city ofGhentis associated with many wonderful creations: it even claims to have invented waffles. Its icon, though, is Jan van Eyck’sGhent Altarpiece, also calledAdoration of the Mystic Lamb(Het Lam Godsin Flemish). In 2020, the city is focused on this magnificent painting, the highlight being a blockbuster exhibition calledVan Eyck: An Optical Revolution(until 30 April).
When you envision the quintessential British seaside, images of fish and chips, donkey rides, and piers may come to mind. Nevertheless, as Blackpool opens a unique Art B&B and Folkestone gears up for its acclaimed Triennial, it is clear that contemporary art is becoming an integral part of the coastal landscape, playing a crucial role in revitalizing the fortunes of the UK’s coastal communities.
Home to some of the world’s best whitewater, soaring cliffs for rock climbing, and an annual BASE jumping festival, the New River Gorge in West Virginia is literally the jumping off point for extreme sports. That might be surprising to anyone who hasn’t visited this adventure playground near the cool mountain town of Fayetteville. But if West Virginia were a person, it would be the cool eccentric babysitter that lets you stay up way after bedtime and eat 10 cookies in one sitting.
Over the past two years, I have been eager to share my heartfelt experience navigating the world of travel. My partner Yaya and I have been privileged to explore numerous breathtaking destinations, each propelling me to embrace every opportunity for exploration. Our journeys have inspired me to visit new cities, conquer mountains, and face thrilling adventures, continually challenging the limits of what I previously thought possible. However, the most profound voyage has been one I have seldom discussed: the impact of cancer on my family and, consequently, on my outlook regarding travel.
The Grand Canyon is one of America’s greatest wonders. Therefore, an epic off-season walk to the bottom of this mighty crevasse is an experience not to be missed.
Pilgrims have sought spiritual renewal on the sacred paths of Japan’s Kii Peninsula for over a millennium. Walk in their footsteps along the Kumano Kodō.
It’s that wonderful time again. The snow is beginning to melt, the days are getting longer, and the flora of America’s national parks are waking up from their winter slumber. It’s wildflower season! Here are our top picks for hikers and photographers looking to get out and experience the rainbow-colored majesty of spring and summer blooms.
Charleston’s International African American Museum is set to join a growing list of museums dedicated to black history, addressing a narrative long overdue. Charleston, South Carolina, is an idyllic slice of old-school Americana. Grand side porches extend along Italianate-style homes, while sandy beaches provide unparalleled access to the Atlantic Ocean.
Spanning 800 sq km in the expanses of Bulgaria’s Rodopi Mountains, Rila National Park is the Balkans’ top destination for outdoor adventures and snow sports. It is also a conservation reserve for some of Europe’s rarest wildlife. Thanks to the park’s efforts to keep Rila’s spectacular nature clean and sustainable, these two worlds can exist next to each other.