A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
Marrakesh is not necessarily known for its drinking scene; the majority of restaurants in the city won’t offer a wine list with your menu. However, this doesn’t mean your visit has to be totally dry. The red city’s confluence of themed bars, smoky pubs, and rooftop getaways means this cosmopolitan desert wonderland can indeed quench your thirst.
Usually known for its desert climate and sweltering heat, Dubai boasts balmy winters that are the exception to the rule. By early November, temperatures begin to drop and continue to hover around 27°C until late February. This is when the city embraces its pockets of green, expertly manicured gardens and purpose-built walking paths, each as pleasant for a quick stroll as they are for a full day.
Despite the fact most cruise ships now resemble floating cities with high-speed wi-fi and virtual reality pods, there remains something pleasingly old-fashioned about travelling by sea, floating from one port to the next on a voyage of discovery.
A trip to Norway is invariably exhilarating; occasionally, I find myself too enthusiastic to obtain a sufficient night’s rest. While planning our itinerary for the coming week during our recent return to this captivating country, I managed to get minimal sleep.
When choosing a Hawaiian island to visit, it’s almost impossible to go wrong. After all, the archipelago’s six main islands (there are over 125 in total) offer snowcapped volcanoes, amazing snorkeling, lava-rock deserts, some of the planet’s best beaches, and ancient Polynesian culture. Every year for our World’s Best Awards survey, GoTravelDaily asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe—to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise lines, spas, airlines, and more. Readers rated islands on their natural attractions and beaches, activities and sights, food, friendliness, and overall value. For the fifth year in a row, Maui was dubbed the best of Hawaii’s isles. “We never tire of the beaches, activities, excellent restaurants, and lovely people,” said one reader, who has been visiting the island for 30 years. Hollywood A-listers relax at the island’s five-star spas, millionaires invest in property along the coast, and families come to soak up the sun and snorkel above the reefs. On the Big Island, you can spend the day on a spectacular golf course along the coast or hiking around Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. “A different landscape from any of the other Hawaiian islands,” opined one respondent. “Black volcanic beaches, tropical waterfalls, active volcanoes, the mountain region. It’s less touristy as well.” Kauai is known for its coastlines, waterfalls, and fantastic hiking. Adventurers can fill an entire vacation with exploring the cliffs, beaches, and waterfalls. One reader, who has been visiting the Hawaiian islands since 1957, said he can “feel more of the Ohana feeling on this island than any other.” Read on for the full list.
Iceland stands out as the premier destination in the world for adventure tourism, according to recent research.
At this point, it’s become cliché to say that a city plays a character in certain films. However, not every film spends as much time running around a city as “La La Land.” The hit movie, which has already beennominated for over 140 awards—including seven Golden Globes—dedicates significant time showing off the city of Los Angeles as it does to the love story between its two main characters, Mia and Sebastian. “The way the film mixes two people leading very hip, modern lives with all these iconic Hollywood locales is unique,” Marc Platt, producer for the film, said in a statement. “You get a feeling both of the romantic fantasy of the city and its grounding in real lives.” The film was a whirlwind around the city of angels; it was shot at48 locations in just 42 days. Here are 11 of the locations featured in the film that should be on any “La La Land”-inspired itinerary.
What to know before you hit the road.
Famous entertainers often stay at hotels while traveling, but that can put them at increased risk for attracting unwanted attention from paparazzi or even repeated unwanted encounters with fans. Therefore, when checking in, many celebrities have developed alter egos that allow them to stay at hotels while remaining under the radar. However, the funny thing about these aliases is that while they may conceal the celebrity’s identity, they can be very revealing.
Interstate 70 runs through the heart of Middle America, stretching 2,150 miles from Cove Fort, Utah, to Baltimore, Maryland. As you traverse this remarkable highway, you will encounter stunning landscapes, iconic cities, and intriguing attractions. Not only does I-70 connect several major tourist destinations, but it also offers lesser-known pit stops that make the journey truly unforgettable.
In a city teeming with luxury hotels—including recent openings from a number of boldfaced brands—what does it take for a London property to truly stand out from the crowd? One could do worse than pose that question to the team at 41, a small, independent hotel that has ranked among the favorites in the British capital for four of the past five years and this year came in at No 1.
One of the standout features of the Northeast is its remarkable geographic diversity, allowing visitors to experience all four seasons. In the spring and summer, visitors can bask in the serene coastal beauty of Maine and Massachusetts, while Vermont offers thrilling ski getaways in winter. As fall approaches, a picturesque road trip through New York becomes an ideal leaf-spotting adventure. The resorts highlighted here are as varied as the seasons, catering to both families and couples with distinct experiences. For instance, Blantyre, a castle-like estate nestled in the Berkshires, dates back to 1901. Guests often describe their stay as stepping back in time, enjoying a dining experience adorned with fine china, crystal, and fresh flowers. As one guest remarked, “Blantyre is my top choice for a sybaritic luxury weekend, old-school style. This is the closest you can feel in the USA to being part of the aristocracy.”
Each year, GoTravelDaily conducts a survey inviting readers to share their top travel experiences worldwide, evaluating hotels, resorts, and more, based on facilities, location, service, and value. Among the resorts, Blantyre maintains its traditional vibe, while two beach retreats—the White Elephant Village on the upscale island of Nantucket and the Wequassett Resort & Golf Club on Cape Cod—offer quintessential American beach experiences. A guest of Wequassett noted, “Fourth of July is particularly fun, as they have an old-fashioned barbecue; my family and I go every summer.”
Notably, Vermont boasts the top two hotels in the region. The Rabbit Hill Inn serves as a charming 19-room B&B in northeastern Vermont, set on 15 acres of picturesque grounds and trails. On the other hand, Twin Farms stands out as an all-inclusive country retreat featuring ten unique cottages and expansive amenities across 300 acres of untouched wilderness. Read on to discover more about this romantic Relais & Chateaux property.
The ancient is coming back into vogue in southern France. In 2019, two new museums will shine a spotlight on Roman history: Nîmes’ Musée de la Romanité and the Musée Régional de la Narbonne Antique. However, there’s no need to await their grand openings—you can time-travel back to the Roman Empire on a road trip through southern France’s spectacular ruins now.
December travel opens the door for a plethora of perfectly timed adventures. Put your boots (and thighs) to the test on some of the planet’s wildest terrain; venture into a colorful underwater world; or embrace your inner speed freak on white water and even whiter mountains.
Yerevan can be perplexing. Its neoclassical squares conjure Vienna, while its wide boulevards brim with Parisian élan. There’s no escaping the sprawl of brutal high-rises that shoulder its Soviet past; however, recent investment has helped embalm the city’s rougher edges with glinting streets, a cable car, and an arts center, all begging for exploration.
Israel, one of the world’s most kid-friendly countries, offers plenty for families to experience, from adventures in birdwatching and cave spelunking to racing down water park slides and enjoying lazy days at the beach. Children are highly valued in Israeli culture, and locals will often dote on little ones, welcoming children into upscale restaurants and festivities.
For all its colourful streetscapes, palate-tingling Bengali cuisine, vivacious neighbourhoods and buzzing craft and music scenes, Dhaka’s urban pressures can often take a toll on the body and mind of travelers. The city’s traffic is arguably among Asia’s maddest, its culture of publichartals(strikes) a national annoyance, and pollution levels often shoot through the sky.
On California’s Redwood Coast, the art of de-stressing comes naturally. Under the canopy of California’s giant redwoods, each breath seems to restore serenity, perspective, and even lost hope. Therefore, if your scenery lacks greenery and your reserves of awe are running low, venture among the ancients while indulging in the time-honored cure for modern stress: forest bathing.
Sometimes lightning does indeed strike twice; such is the case for Pittsburgh, a vital star in the constellation of so-called Rust Belt cities. The city’s recent economic developments have re-energized its long culinary legacy, and new restaurants are popping up each week alongside some of the city’s stalwart faves – both types worthy of international acclaim.
GoTravelDaily Local Puneetinder Kaur Sidhu divides her time and affection between Delhi and her home in Chandigarh. During the winter months, she spends as much time as possible in the Indian capital, seeking out doses of art, culture, and cuisine while stopping by her favorite jazz bar.