Jonathon Williams

Discover Nine Fascinating Lake Islands You Haven’t Explored

The ocean doesn’t have the monopoly on islands. Some of the world’s loveliest and most culturally significant islands are actually surrounded by freshwater. Formed by sedimentation, erosion, or volcanic activity, these islands can be huge (Manitoulin Island in Canada’s Lake Huron is over 1000 square miles) or teeny (Phantom Ship, a craggy rock column in Crater Lake that’s a mere 500 feet across and resembles a ghostly schooner in the fog).

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Ultimate Guide for Sports Fans in Belgrade: Best Watching and Playing Spots

Sport has always been a significant aspect of Belgraders’ identity. Since Yugoslavia finished fourth at the first football World Cup in Uruguay in 1930, sports have been deeply rooted in the local culture. When sharing about Serbia with outsiders, locals frequently mention notable athletes, including tennis world number-one Novak Đoković, former Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidić, and NBA stars Nikola Jokić and Vlade Divac.

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Top Cities Mistaken for Capitals Around the World

In any trivia quiz, there’s always a trick question about capital cities – the one that fools quizzers into mistakenly naming a major metropolis as the seat of power. And no wonder: there’s a host of top-class, attraction-heavy, bucket-list places around the world that you would be forgiven for thinking are their country’s capital… but aren’t. To help you avoid this booby trap, here’s our list of urban heavyweights whose cultural, historical, and financial pre-eminence speaks for itself, even if officialdom lies elsewhere.

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Top Resort Hotels in the UK and Ireland: Readers’ Picks 2025

“Peaceful yet majestic” is how oneGoTravelDailyreader described Ashford Castle. The hotel is nestled on 350 quiet, scenic acres alongside a lake in western Ireland, exuding a grand presence with its rich history dating back to the early 13th century. It features 83 elegantly appointed rooms furnished in a baronial style, complete with gilded mirrors, four-poster beds, and luxurious velvet upholstery. Furthermore, a range of activities—from tennis to falconry—combined with attentive service has solidified Ashford Castle’s reputation as the top resort hotel in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

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Ultimate Three-Day Getaway in Park City

As Utah’s best-known ski town, Park City boasts a small-community feel and serves as the perfect base for big-time adventure. Whether you visit in summer or winter, this historic mining town offers attractions for everyone, from top-notch dining options to exhilarating bobsledding. Consequently, you don’t have to be a skier or boarder to enjoy a vacation in Park City. Notably, if you’ve been itching for a weekend full of bobsledding, après ski bars, and mountain biking, you’re in the right place.

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Explore 5000 Years of History in 5 Days: Discover Ireland’s Ancient East

The Emerald Isle might be small in size, but it packs a powerful historical punch. Hit the road on a fascinating five-day trip through the picturesque landscapes, villages, towns, and cities of Ireland’s Ancient East en route from Dublin to Waterford. This journey includes visits to Neolithic burial tombs, high crosses, castles, cathedrals, and traverses 560km across five millennia of history.

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Ultimate Backpacking Adventure on China’s Silk Road

The section of the ancient Silk Road that runs through China is an epic journey through desert dunes to the end of the Great Wall, a length of pink mud that ends abruptly in the magnificent beige towers of the Jiayuguan Fort. This is not a voyage that many travellers experience; it’s often, and understandably, overlooked in favour of more accessible and famous destinations in China.

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Explore Trek Nar Phu: Discover Nepal’s Hidden Gems Beyond the Apple Pie Trail

If you love trekking but seek a remote adventure without sacrificing basic comforts, then the Nar Phu trek in Nepal may be the perfect choice for you. Snaking off from the renowned Annapurna Circuit, the wild and seldom-visited valleys of Nar and Phu are increasingly welcoming independent trekkers, providing a glimpse into one of Nepal’s most pristine, Tibetan-influenced regions.

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