A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
Dubai might be known as the City of Gold, but that doesn’t mean it has to cost the earth to explore. The city offers a number of fascinating free activities, including edgy art galleries, museums in the historic Al Fahidi district, and the chance to relax on beautiful beaches.
Travel writer Sophy Roberts spent two years crossing the cold, harsh wilderness of eastern Russia in search of a piano—a gloriously absurd quest detailed in her absorbing modernist masterpiece, The Lost Pianos of Siberia. Now for the big question: why?
The initial challenge has been overcome; you have determined that Italy will be your destination, with plans to explore it by road. Admittedly, deciding on your travel approach is only the beginning, but it is a significant first step.
Hikes in lush tropical forests, spectacular views over an active volcano, secret baths under waterfalls, cultural diversity… Reunion Island has it all and more.
Situated in the heart of the Midwest, Kansas offers a wealth of attractions, featuring beautiful landscapes, scenic vistas, and several cities that reflect its rich cultural heritage. Given its expansive size, careful planning is essential for experiencing the diverse array of activities and sites scattered throughout the state.
One of the delights awaiting travelers on the other side of the current round of lockdowns is the impact of the UK leaving the European Union on travel plans. While not seismic, you shouldn’t expect to have to spend a week in a disused airfield in Kent before being allowed to cross the Channel (we hope). There’s certainly plenty to get your heads around.
At the start of the journey, it’s easy to imagine being a digital nomad forever; however, life can take unexpected turns. You might find yourself longing for the friends and stability of home or realize that your financial situation demands a return.
There’s the German purity law, and then there’s the complete anarchy of modern beer making—no ingredient is safe, no palate will be spared. If, like your travel, you enjoy going off the beaten beer track, here are eight out-there options.
Ikea has created a tiny home that emphasizes living large without sacrificing style or amenities. This innovative design is centered on sustainability, making it ideal for modern travelers.
Greater gliders are remarkable, possum-like marsupials capable of soaring up to 100 meters between towering eucalyptus trees in their native Australian forests. Recent research reveals that what was once assumed to be a single species encompasses three distinct species, highlighting the necessity for enhanced conservation efforts to secure the future of greater gliders.
Warning! This article will inspire you to rethink your lifestyle, transform your living situation, and perhaps even venture into nature. Other side effects may include a desire to build your own home or embark on a road trip in a vintage campervan. Foster Huntington, the pioneer of Instagram’s #VanLife movement, shares compelling visions of a self-built life as a remedy to our hectic, digital-centric existence.
A cold drink, warm sunshine, and the sound of the roaring sea – if you’re lounging in the Caribbean near major airports like Montego Bay, Nassau, or Punta Cana, your vacation could be interrupted by the din of jetliners ferrying visitors into and out of a tropical paradise. However, if you venture a little further and travel lighter, you can escape the crowds at these exclusive Caribbean resorts.
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.
Slovenian tourism continues to redefine responsible development by introducing a new community-based tourism itinerary. TheSlovenia Green Capitalsroute, launching this month, takes travelers through Central Europe’s three “capitals”: Ljubljana, the administrative and cosmopolitan heart; Kočevje, a natural jewel; and the Bela Krajina region, known for its rich culture.
We’re taking a look through our archive of travel writing to highlight all the ways the world has changed, as well as some of the ways it’s stayed the same. In this travel essay from 2011, Amanda Canning reports on the archipelago of Lamu, just off the coast of Kenya, where medieval stone streets trace a history intermingled with fortunes large and small.
Witches and witchcraft have been both hated and revered throughout human history; loved as skilled healers or feminist icons, feared as servants of the devil and practitioners of mysterious dark arts.
The American South is defined by its cuisine, landscape, accent, literature, music, and history. In the cities of the Southeast, one can uncover the true American experience, from the sweat-drenched noir of New Orleans to the embrace of diversity in Atlanta and Nashville. These cities also serve as perfect bases to explore this fascinating region further.
With the pandemic grounding flights worldwide and international travel stymied by a host of complex, country-specific border restrictions, globetrotters have had to look closer to home for summer adventure. Consequently, they’re hitting the open road in droves and cranking up the music while they’re at it.
Night trains are experiencing a revival across Europe as governments, train operators, and passengers rediscover this eco-friendly, comfortable, and economical mode of travel. John Walton delves into the latest developments and highlights some of the best options available for your next overnight journey.
Near the south of British Columbia’s Great Bear Rainforest lies Nimmo Bay Wilderness Resort, a family-owned escape surrounded by natural beauty. Located on the shores of the Pacific Ocean and accessible only by air or water, guests can unwind in private cabins, reconnect with nature, and participate in wellness activities such as yoga. One of the latest highlights includes the opportunity to soak in a wood-burning sauna that floats on the open water.