A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
Looking at the sophisticated metropolis of Phoenix, Arizona, it’s hard to imagine that this was once a peaceful agricultural area composed of small villages divided by irrigation channels carved out of the Sonoran Desert by Indigenous Hohokam people more than 2000 years ago.
Located in the southern region of England, the city of Southampton boasts a rich historical background, with numerous galleries and museums worth exploring. There is indeed a plethora of attractions across the city that make it ideal for a day trip or a longer weekend retreat.
Simply by virtue of its name Olympic National Park conjures up a sense of mythological grandeur, named for the mountain which the ancient Greeks believed was home to a pantheon of gods. The Washingtonian version doesn’t disappoint, full of towering rock taluses, moss-strewn trees, and wild, rushing rivers that wind their way to the vast maw of the Pacific.
Stretching from the Aegean Sea to the Caucasus Mountains, Turkey covers an area larger than Texas. Fortunately, it is well-connected by domestic flights and buses, although less so by rail.
From historic estates cradling fabled chateaux to emerald hills draped in vineyards appreciated by passionate wine lovers globally, the region of Burgundy (Bourgogne in French) offers tantalizing food and wine, lyrical landscapes, and unrivaled cultural heritage. The Côte d’Or (literally “Golden Hillside”) stretches from Dijon, bursting with cultural riches, south to the wine town of Beaune and beyond, with many prominent wine villages such as Gevrey-Chambertin, Chambol-Mussigny, Chassagne-Montrachet, and Puligny-Montrachet along the way. This is one of France’s most famous wine regions, and following the Route des Grands Crus is the perfect method to explore it.
Whether drawn to the modern architecture of Houston or the historic streets of San Antonio, there are plenty of tourist attractions and events that make the Lone Star State worth visiting. Moreover, many museums, galleries, and top tourist destinations across Texas offer experiences that require no admission fee. From city parks to picturesque hill country hikes, here’s a comprehensive guide to the best free things to do in Texas.
If coffee has a spiritual home, Italy is it.
Traveling by train can be the ideal stress-free weekend getaway. With a new London to Edinburgh high-speed train service being launched, be inspired to take a spa day in Bath, spend time on the river in Cambridge, or hunt out Bristol’s best street art. Here are the best weekend breaks that are less than two hours from London by direct train.
True to its moniker, the Garden State transforms its personality with the changing seasons. Conveniently located with130 milesof immaculate sand on the Jersey Shore, New Jersey offers humid summers ideal for beach activities, a gasp-worthy palette of autumnal colors during the brisk fall, a festive holiday season complete with spritely decorated Victorian homes in Cape May, and delightfully lush blooms bursting with cheer in the temperate spring.
Still known by its old name of Saigon for ease, Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) is Vietnam’s southern metropolis – at times hectic, sometimes overwhelming but always worth exploring. The country’s most internationally-influenced and outward-looking city, it’s a key stop for travelers to Vietnam.
Having opened a set of mobile vaccination hubs around the city to boost overall vaccine numbers, New York City has announced that it will now vaccinate out-of-town visitors from the US.
Dubai has a population similar to that of Chicago, Berlin, and Madrid, but it spans a much larger area, consuming up to six times the square mileage compared with those cities. Consequently, getting around Dubai often requires some form of transportation, whether that involves taking a taxi, using rideshare apps like Uber or Careem, hopping on public transport, or driving yourself.
Traveling is all about getting outside your comfort zone and tasting the local flavors – which don’t have to stop at food and drink – and being receptive to things you might not encounter at home.
Josh Reid has always loved cycling, spending as much time as possible traveling on two wheels from a very early age. Last year, in need of a new bike, he ordered one from a factory in China and decided to travel there himself to pick it up. What followed was an epic four-month journey back to England, where he cycled through city and countryside, taking in the sights and sounds of unique nations along the way.
I’ve canoed into the depths of the Colombian Amazon, trekked through the dense jungles of Sumatra, and experienced the thrill of riding a tuk-tuk through the death-defying streets of India. However, returning to Bali may have been the most harrowing experience of my life.
Making the decision to go is the first step to a new life as a digital nomad; however, good intentions alone will not suffice. Becoming a location-independent worker necessitates organized finances, as initial costs can be high.
After four years of writing about LGBTIQ+ friendly destinations forCouple of Men, we love to travel more than ever. From the windy and isolated volcanic plains in Iceland to the buzzing metropolis of Japan’s capital city Tokyo, to the perfect sunset over the Pacific at the Costa Rican coast – travel has opened our minds to different and colorful ways of life.
There was once a time when choosing a flight meant finding the cheapest, most convenient route. However, times have changed; travelers are now more aware of the environmental impacts of their journeys, leading to a growing demand for eco-friendly travel solutions.
More and more people are getting creative when it comes to campervans and mobile homes, embracing the fun challenges involved with customizing a home away from home that allows freedom and opportunity. One such example is Jade and Patrick, who have transformed a vintage Viscount trailer in Australia into a cozy escape for themselves and their two young children.
While having seats going unoccupied is a popular move with passengers, it runs contrary to the basic economics of running an airline. If a flight is operating, the airline wants it as full as possible. However, we live in an era when distance from others is prized. Consequently, some airlines have taken seats out of use – generally a middle seat rather than a whole row. Nevertheless, many airlines have not adopted this measure. At least some of those airlines that have may not operate with reduced capacity for too much longer. For instance, Southwest, which currently blocks middle seats, noted that “operating an airline with an artificial capacity restriction is unsustainable long-term.”