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An otherwise nondescript East London high street has been transformed with a riot of color in what is touted as one of London’s largest-scale public art projects. Internationally-renowned artistCamille Walalahas decorated an entire block of shops in Leyton with her signature geometric bright prints, lifting locals’ spirits as they emerge from lockdown.
London has long held an A-listing role in the cinematic world. It is where James Bond calls home, where Harry Potter commutes, and where Bridget Jones falls out of taxis.
Ten years in the making, British Columbia’s Vancouver Island Trail (VIT) is Canada’s newest long-distance trail. It spans 770 km, stretching from the regal city of Victoria in the south to the jagged sea-stacks of Cape Scott in the north. Along the way, trail-users can fully immerse themselves in every facet of the island’s ecology and culture, including old-growth forests, velvety mountains, bumpy logging roads, abandoned mining camps, colossal wooden railway trestles, and the territories of 49 First Nations cultures. Inspired partly by the US’s Pacific Crest Trail, famously depicted in the 2014 film Wild, the VIT has been dubbed a ‘pilgrimage into the wilderness’.
There are a multitude of exceptional places to explore in Norway, ranging from the northern Troms region to the charming town of Alesund on the west coast, along with delightful spots like Flåm, nestled deeply within the mountains.
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Archaeologists have discovered the world’s first underwater Aboriginal archaeological sites off the Pilbara coast in Western Australia.
It is feared that the koala population may become extinct in parts of Australia by 2050, partly due to the devastating wildfires that occurred several months ago. This alarming finding has emerged from a recent inquiry established by the New South Wales parliament, raising significant concerns for the future of these beloved animals.
Nowhere does hedonistic summers quite likeIbiza. However, in 2020, this stunning Spanish island has had to embrace a new style of tourism as the coronavirus pandemic puts an end to superclubs and dance parties.
Following the Black Lives Matter protests and the removal of Edward Colston’s statue, the city of Bristol has gained significant attention in the UK media. Vanessa Kisuule, a talented Bristol-based writer and performer, offers insights into the city’s sights and its vibrant community.
For some people, long-term travel is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, while for others it becomes a lifelong passion. I fall into the latter camp and have bookended my 10 years of adventures thus far with two epic trips.
Itching for a change of scenery – and maybe a lifestyle upgrade – after a few months of quarantine? If you’ve spent the spring in too-close quarters, dreaming of the ideal hideaway, we’ve got a bit of real-estate therapy for your inspiration board. Whether you’re looking for desert solitude or serenity by the ocean, these luxe digs would make the ultimate California vacation home – and you’d just need a few million and change to make it happen. After all, what’s an escapist fantasy without, well, the fantasy?
Mention Greece and many travelers immediately think of Santorini, Mykonos, or another gem hidden amidst turquoise waters, studded with white stucco buildings and punctuated by hidden cove beaches. However, the Greek islands aren’t the only places worth spending your hard-earned vacation days and dollars.
It’s undeniably one of travel’s greatest pleasures; wandering the streets of a whole new city, soaking up its character and exploring its hidden wonders on foot. When the pavement-pounding wanderlust cannot be satisfied in reality, however, we’ve come up with the next best thing. Below are five city walking routes by GoTravelDaily, specially formatted so that you can enjoy them online. Simply load up Google Maps, switch to Street View, and start your virtual adventure…
Seville, with its amazing history and hugely varied architecture, invites you to discover its hidden corners. The city is compact, making it easy to walk almost anywhere. Moreover, the sunshine, exquisite food, and welcoming locals enhance its appeal.
Stodgy pies, jellied eels, full English breakfasts in workmen’s cafes…historically, London’s food scene has been a far cry from a global sensation. However, today, the city is packed with innovative restaurants, cafes, and food vendors boasting multiple Michelin stars.
Rijeka, theEuropean Capital of Culture for 2020, sits at the mouth of a sheer, limestone gorge where the Rječina River meets the northern Adriatic Sea. It is Croatia’s third-largest city and its largest port. Defined by its open character and progressive spirit fashioned by waves of immigrants, nationalities, and layers of ethnicities, its status as this year’sCapital of Culturehonors its multilayered identity. The accompanyingyear-long calendar of events—a program named “Port of Diversity”—kicked off in February, just as the city’s famously flamboyant Carnival celebrations were revving into high gear.
When you envision the quintessential British seaside, images of fish and chips, donkey rides, and piers may come to mind. Nevertheless, as Blackpool opens a unique Art B&B and Folkestone gears up for its acclaimed Triennial, it is clear that contemporary art is becoming an integral part of the coastal landscape, playing a crucial role in revitalizing the fortunes of the UK’s coastal communities.
Japan’s personality comes to life along its famous Golden Route, the nation’s cultural epicenter. From the breakneck metropolis of Tokyo to spiritual icon Mount Fuji, through the ancient capital of Kyoto and culminating at brash, calorie-filled Osaka, the Tokaido Shinkansen is an exciting and incredibly convenient way to travel through the Land of the Rising Sun.
Everyone makes mistakes when they travel: visa problems, booking on the wrong day, encountering issues at the rental car desk, or facing ticketing nightmares. Aviation journalist John Walton explains how to avoid (or at least minimize) them.
It’s that wonderful time again. The snow is beginning to melt, the days are getting longer, and the flora of America’s national parks are waking up from their winter slumber. It’s wildflower season! Here are our top picks for hikers and photographers looking to get out and experience the rainbow-colored majesty of spring and summer blooms.