A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
In our fast-moving world, the most enriching moments often come when you’re just standing still. For example, when peering at a painting or admiring an artifact. The emirate of Sharjah fields the densest collection of museums and galleries (22 and counting) within the UAE. UNESCO noticed and named it the Cultural Capital of the Arab World in 1998. The title of Capital of Islamic Culture followed in 2014.
While the idea of hitting the open road is always enticing, some travelers worry about the cost of taking a trip that spans a considerable distance. New research on road trips from the insurance company,Veygo by Admiral, has revealed that the cheapest countries for road trips are found in Europe, combining the costs of both car hire and accommodation for two weeks.
As it turns out, spending the morning exploring the gorgeous Ludwigsburg Palace works up quite the appetite, which took me by surprise. One moment, I was perfectly fine, and in the next, those hunger pangs hit with surprising ferocity.
There’s an old joke that in South Africa, chicken is classed as a vegetable. This is a country where the braai (barbecue) is a national symbol and meat plays an important role in all of the country’s cuisines. However, as people seek out a healthier lifestyle and look for ways to reduce strain on the planet, vegan living is gaining ground – and the Mother City is not one to be left behind when it comes to culinary trends. Here are some of the best vegan restaurants in Cape Town.
The romance ofVenice, which comprises 118 islands, more than makes up for the occasional nuisance of the flooding that results from rising tides. Residents and visitors navigate the city by gamely ambling along wooden planks lining the cobblestoned streets and crossing its 400 footbridges. As for the crowds of tourists, these become less overwhelming when you escape to one of these five hotels, all of which celebrate Venice’s enduring, opulent spirit.
Perched in the middle of Continental Europe, Switzerland is a truly diverse country that offers so much more than just its iconic snow-capped mountains (which are spectacular, by the way). If you’re anything like me, a trip to a new destination always involves a little exploration, transcending beyond a single location to experience the best spots in Switzerland…
Italy is renowned for its homegrown hotels. While other countries can sometimes feel dominated by the same international brands, the classic, family-run properties of, say, Tuscany, Puglia, and the Amalfi Coast can hold their own against the finest in the world. And though industry heavyweights may slowly be gaining a foothold on Italy’s scenic shores, locally owned and operated properties once again dominated the Top 10 Italy Resort Hotels category in the 2019 World’s Best Awards.
Chances are, your furry best friend isn’t named Fido or Spot anymore. Choosing the perfect name for your new pooch is one of the most significant tasks for a new dog owner. It’s as crucial as acquiring the best chew toys, a stylish collar, a comfortable bed, and attending to practical necessities like registration, nutritious food, and their initial health check-up.
The largest city in the smallest state is certainly not something to overlook for a weekend getaway. Rhode Island is roughly an hour and a half drive from Boston, and on a good day, less than four hours from New York City.
You haven’t seen South India until you have experienced its vibrant festival scene. The five southern states – Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh – offer a rich variety of colorful celebrations. Moreover, the myriad cultures represented in this region ensure that there’s always something happening almost every month of the year.
If a European vacation isn’t in the cards for you this year, a visit to Williamsburg, Virginia could do the trick. At Busch Gardens Williamsburg, visitors are transported — by train, no less — through Germany, France, Italy, Ireland, Scotland, and England. You can build a loaded baked potato at Ireland’sO’Tatorsbefore digging into a cannoli in Italy’s Marco Polo’s Marketplace. Then, head to Germany forOktoberZest, a show that promises to entertain with music and dancing that celebrates German culture.
An exclusive look inside J.K. Place Paris, hotelier Ori Kafri’s first property in nearly six years. Spoiler alert: it was worth the wait.
Family holidays are an amazing way to bond and spend quality time with your nearest and dearest. Planning a trip to accommodate multiple generations can be tricky, so we gathered insights about memorable trips taken with families, sharing experiences that highlight what worked and what didn’t.
People travel from far and wide to join in the city’s biggest party of the year and sate their fancy-dress appetites – the Venice Carnival packs the city with crowds of elaborately costumed people, colourful sights, a slew of sounds, and a flurry of events.
Africais not the most obvious family holiday destination for those traveling with young children. However, in March 2018, Jenny Lynn and her family landed in Johannesburg to pick up a Land Rover TD5 with roof tents and embarked on a 101-day self-drive adventure through South Africa, Mozambique, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia, and Namibia.
A professional photographer reflects on how turning her camera to nature helped her become more thoughtful in her work.
Editor’s Note: Travel may be complicated right now; however, use our inspirational trip ideas to plan ahead for your next bucket list adventure.
Montreal serves as the heart of French Canada, an absolute must-visit location in Quebec. As the largest city in the French-speaking province and the second largest overall in Canada, Montreal offers a plethora of incredible activities regardless of the season.
One of the world’s most-visited cities, Hong Kong is an exhilarating destination in its own right and the jumping-off point for adventures across Asia, with plentiful air links to places including Bangkok, Bali, and Luang Prabang. Hotels here tend to be high-end and polished, and they’re often set in skyscrapers — or iconic buildings — that add a heavy dose of drama to any stay. Among reader favorites this year are some of Asia’s most storied properties, including one that’s “the gold standard for service,” one visitor said.
Over the past decade, a multitude of health resorts have popped up all over the world, each extolling a different wellness philosophy and offering a unique mix of treatments and regimens. The past few years alone have seen the openings of aquantum science–backed retreatin Suzhou, China; ayoga-and-surf-centered boot campin Portugal; and ahealth-focused jungle hideawayin Papagayo, Costa Rica. All this innovation sets a very high bar for the best spas in the world.