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Many experiences in Chiang Mai are ideal for the budget traveler – grazing on street food, enjoying relaxing traditional Thai massages, sipping red iced tea, and renting a scooter to buzz out to waterfalls and hot springs. However, everyone knows that the best things in life are free. Consequently, Chiang Mai offers a plethora of experiences that cost absolutely nothing at all.
The Maldives or Barbados? Even muttering their names can unknot the most tense of shoulders.
Amsterdam has been a global influencer since what began as an inauspicious herring-fishing settlement went on to inspire international seafaring, trade, engineering, art, and culture.
Since opening to tourism in 1974, the Kingdom of Bhutan has long fascinated travelers. This small yet majestic country offers a stunning Himalayan landscape that requires time and expertise to navigate.
There aren’t many places where you can drive for hours on beautiful, open roads without seeing anything other than the occasional oryx. Namibia offers this kind of travel in abundance.
Famous for being the private island playground of the rich and famous, Fiji doesn’t typically come to mind as a budget-friendly destination. However, a trip to these stunning islands doesn’t have to cost a fortune. With a little planning and local knowledge, you can experience the beauty of Fiji without overspending. Armed with comfortable shoes, a bathing suit, and your own snorkeling gear, you’ll enjoy a trip that rivals those of big spenders.
Louisville is a Southern surprise that spent much of the 21st century a tad underappreciated, but in the last decade, Kentucky’s cultural capital has emerged as a hip and artsy destination, overflowing with fabulous food and stiff old-fashioneds.
With a rich landscape filled with miles of beachy coastline, misty mountain peaks, prerevolutionary villages, and famous historic sites, Virginia presents a wealth of things to see and do. And while there’s plenty you can pay for the privilege (and worth every dollar), many are fortunately free.
Luckily for fans of bourbon and racing, Louisville (that’sLoo-a-vulto locals) – the capital of Kentucky’s unique take on whiskey and the home of the Kentucky Derby – is home to a surprisingly walkable downtown. Indeed, bouncing between the city’s main attractions after one too many Old Fashioneds is perhaps a little bit too easy to do!
Come snow or shine, the Finns know the best way to relax is by stripping down and sweating it out in a little pine-clad room heated to 80°C (176°F), before taking a joyous leap into an icy lake just for the thrill of it. Finland invented the sauna, and honestly, nobody does it better.
A trip to a national park is about more than just the destination. It’s the journey to these remote corners of preserved natural wonders that are equally enticing, including drives to, and then around, the parks.
Ghost towns occupy a unique place in the American psyche as haunting reminders of the booms and busts that irrevocably changed the West – and the country as a whole.
Utah is renowned across the globe for its five national parks, collectively dubbed the “Mighty 5.” These parks offer unique experiences for outdoor adventurers. Therefore, if you are planning a trip to the Red Rock country, here’s what you need to know about each park.
Italy is a fascinating nation filled with varied experiences and numerous landmarks to explore. Alongside the major cities, the stunning region of Cinque Terre and the national parks of Italy, one must not overlook the rich assortment of castles that the country has to offer.
Arguably one of India’s most naturally beautiful states, Arunachal Pradesh can aptly be described as an outdoor lover’s paradise. With a name that translates to “the land of the dawn-lit mountains,” it’s one of the last wild frontiers in the far northeast corner of the subcontinent. Very few know of the visually stunning and culturally rich area bordered by Tibet, Bhutan, and Myanmar. However, its underexplored nature has become the attraction for intrepid travelers seeking untouched wilderness in India.
For outdoor adventurers who want to chase waterfalls, there are few destinations that deliver like Yosemite National Park. This stunning park in Northern California is home to dozens of waterfalls, ranging from majestic giants to smaller, hidden gems. While some require backcountry hiking skills to reach, many waterfalls boast accessible viewpoints or are situated along easy trails.
Seville is always a delight – yet in the blistering summer heat, it’s essential to find shaded sanctuaries where you can cool down. Thankfully, the city has a plethora of appealing parks and gardens. In these green spaces, you can find respite from the sun under leafy canopies next to refreshing ponds and trickling fountains – especially important given temperatures can push 90°F (32°C). Here are some of the best parks in Seville.
When it comes to striking architecture, Sydney is perhaps best known for its iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge. However, a new and exciting architectural highlight will soon open its doors in December—the Sydney Modern Project.
The original tiki bars were a post-Prohibition celebration of warm skies, sweet drinks, and easy living, later becoming a symbol of midcentury kitsch. Almost 90 years after Don the Beachcomber opened his eponymous bar in Hollywood, tiki has come and gone as a trend, and now it’s back again at tiki bars coast to coast.
Not all outdoor adventures call for roughing it. Glamping – or “glamourous camping” – is a fun alternative to traditional camping or RV stays while being close to nature. Cabins, yurts, tiny homes, and treehouses across the country provide a sense of seclusion without sacrificing modern comforts.