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The World’s 50 Best Bars list is an annual ranking that celebrates the best of the international drinks industry. Finalists for 2020 were revealed at a virtual ceremony last week, and the top spot was claimed by the Connaught Bar in London.
The winners of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year (WPOTY) competition have been announced during an online awards ceremony by the Duchess of Cambridge, patron of the Natural History Museum, which develops and produces the competition.
Given the complexity and fast-changing nature of the current situation, it’s tempting to give a very short answer to this one. The chances of doing much international travel this winter don’t look great based on today’s situation. Even if where you live is allowing international travel, quarantine regulations on return and restrictions in the destination will limit where you can go and what you can do. However, there are signs that things may be improving; the uncertainty lies in whether this is definitely the case and how quickly places will open up if so.
California has a long tradition of extreme sports, from surfing monstrous waves at Mavericks in Half Moon Bay to the renegade skateboarding culture born in Los Angeles. However, California’s adrenaline sports aren’t limited to warm days by the beach.
Picking the most impressive panoramas in the United States is no easy feat – from mountains to deserts, forests to streams, the country’s abundance of showstopping views could leave even the most jaded traveler in awe. This guide highlights nine of the finest vistas from coast to coast.
Pacific Rim National Park on Vancouver Island – currently celebrating its 50th anniversary – is building a $51 million cycle path to link the two surfing towns of Tofino and Ucluelet.
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 essay from 2009, Tahir Shah visits Damascus, Syria, two years before the country would be thrown into civil war. While there, he seeks out tales of history and myth amid the crumbling palaces and curious souqs.
Barcelona is among my favourite destinations in Europe, and it’s clear that many share this sentiment. Additionally, the city features numerous hidden gems scattered throughout its vibrant neighborhoods.
While national parks may be “America’s best idea,” they aren’t exclusive to the United States. There are more than 3,000 national parks around the world, and many of them offer spectacular scuba diving.
Iceland is home to the world’s first open-water sanctuary for beluga whales in a groundbreaking global marine welfare project.
There’s something quite magical about first stepping foot on Fraser Island. Stretching over 120km, this raw, rugged sand island – the world’s largest – off Queensland’s southeast coast feels utterly otherworldly.
Afro-Ecuadorians make up about seven to ten percent of the country’s population, but their impact on Ecuador’s food, music, and traditions is undeniable.
Between Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic, Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin, and Elon Musk’s SpaceX— not to mention the commercial space stations and hotels in the works — the 21st-century space race is in full swing. The billionaires may have a head start, but now another company is joining the excitement by planning to fly passengers to the edge of space — using a balloon.
Tasmania’s travel reputation is written in green. Around 20% of Australia’s island state is protected as World Heritage-listed wilderness, the planet’s cleanest air blows over Tasmania, and it was home to the world’s first Green political party in 1972.
Thirteen GoTravelDaily writers reflect on their current isolation, and reveal the one destination they are longing to get back to when this all ends.
Italy is on its way to having its own Camino de Santiago with a new route that will connect all of the country’s national parks. The project was announced on the European Day of Parks by the Ministry for the Environment and the Italian Alpine Club.
A few weeks ago, Matt Haig, author ofReasons to Stay Alive, admitted to his Twitter followers that he had an urge to see old holiday photos. In the same tweet, he asked if any of his followers had a picture from their “favourite holiday ever.” Nearly 2000 people replied with snaps from around the world: an unflattering selfie at the Acropolis in Athens; a blurry Notre Dame de Paris at night; nuns enjoying ice cream at the Trevi Fountain in Rome. These thoughtful, fun pictures showcase cherished travel memories.
When most visitors to New York City think ofStaten Island, their consideration begins and ends with a ride on the iconic Staten Island Ferry. However, just beyond the St. George Ferry Terminal in downtown Staten Island, you’ll find great cultural attractions, diverse art, local craft beer, world-class eats, and stunning views of the city – so disembark to spend a day exploring what’s on offer in NYC’s unexpected borough.
Often overlooked by visitors and residents alike, New York City’s Staten Island gets stereotyped as a place that’s good for little else than a turnaround point for its iconic ferry. However, taking time to disembark and explore the ‘fifth borough’ will reward the intrepid, no matter where your interests lie. From historic sites and cultural haunts to green escapes and avant-garde art experiences, there’s plenty to discover around every corner of this unexpected island.
