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It’s easy to think the Gulf nations are always hot. However, Qatar’s scorching summers are bookended by surprisingly pleasant weather for exploring this unique corner of the Arabian Peninsula. Rainy days are a rare event at any time of the year.
Ancient Andean recipes and the seafood bounty of the Pacific Ocean are essential elements of the cuisine in Chile. Traditional restaurants fire up iconic dishes that transform corn, potatoes, and other staple ingredients into remarkable creations, while vibrant markets present time-tested favorites and some of South America’s best street food.
Is Fiji good for hiking? In a word, yes. From strolling along a volcanic coastline to tiptoeing around tree roots up a cloud-topped mountain, this South Pacific island nation is a hiker’s heaven. Think waterfalls flowing into natural pools, empty beaches best reached on foot, vibrant birdlife, and views that stretch all the way to the horizon.
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, copious amounts of mulled wine, and some of the best hot chocolate you’ve ever had are just a taste of what awaits you. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas across Europe, with hundreds of festive markets glittering brilliantly as soon as the first Advent door is opened. While Germany is the real fairy-tale deal, Christmas markets sparkle across the continent, come snow or shine, with crafts, choirs, light displays, and local grub.
Tucked into the southeastern corner of the vast Arabian Peninsula, Oman has historically been isolated by mountains, sand, and sea. Today, the same pristine features responsible for the sultanate’s seclusion are now acclaimed outdoor attractions. From the world’s largest sand desert to endangered sea turtles, hulking baobab trees, and ancient ‘pillow lavas,’ Oman is home to a surfeit of natural wonders that are surprisingly easy and inexpensive to explore.
Traveling to a new part of the world can be fun and exciting. However, the tension that flying creates in our bodies is not. Therefore, try out these yoga postures next time you’re about to board a flight. They can help reduce unwanted tension and allow you to arrive at your final destination feeling rejuvenated in body and mind. Hold each yoga posture for 5-10 breaths on each side, where applicable.
A vibrant mashup of styles, Montréal has both Parisian-style bakeries and cutting-edge arts events. You could spend weeks exploring the city’s many layers, with 18th-century architecture, canal-side trails, and hilltop overlooks all woven into the urban landscape.
In our A Total Trip series, writers document what they spent on a recent getaway. In this edition, writer Amy Mulvaney shows how much a weekend of dining, sightseeing and vintage shopping cost her in Barcelona, Spain.
Despite its famously sepia-toned skies, England remains a perennially popular destination. From iconic sights like Big Ben and the London Eye to quaint chocolate box villages in the rolling hills of Yorkshire or the Cotswolds, this seductive country has a certain appeal across all generations. However, its allure also means some attractions and locations suffer from high concentrations of visitors, which can often affect the overall travel experience. Consequently, there are plenty of less crowded options that may hold just as much delight, should you seek them out.
Cusco might be just a short flight south from Peru’s capital, Lima, but you’ll feel as if you traveled centuries back in time.
Hugging the Andes mountains, Southern Peru continues to celebrate its age-old customs and traditions. Cities like Cusco, Puno, and Arequipa proudly preserve ancient festivals and culinary techniques, making each an extraordinary destination for travelers craving authentic experiences.
GoTravelDaily contributor, Tasmin Waby, just returned from a trip to the northernmost part of Australia’s Northern Territory. Here, she shares details of a trip spent mainly on water in the lush green wetlands of the Top End.
Fear not, financially challenged traveler, Bogotá has a bounty of free and economical things to do if you know where to look. Public transportation is cheap, and much of the art and entertainment requires neither a ticket nor a tuxedo – it’s played out on the street.
Diverse landscapes are Chile’s biggest asset. Traveling around this long, narrow country, you’ll be greeted by an ever-shifting panorama of rolling vineyards, dazzling lakes, towering volcanoes, deep fjords, high grasslands, and sprawling salt flats. To do this terrain justice, you really need a set of wheels.
These two countries consistently rank among the world’s best for livability, sophistication, and happiness. So which one should you visit?
Auckland’s best beaches offer a spectrum of experiences, ranging from the surf-trimmed expanses of the region’s west coast to the lively cafe culture and family-friendly locations along the serpentine bays of Tāmaki Drive.
Costa Rica is one of the most stable countries in Central America, with welcoming locals, accommodations to suit every style and budget, as well as long-established operators offering an array of family-friendly activities. Families can indulge in easy wildlife encounters with sloths and toucans or engage in adrenaline-fueled adventures.
Think of Brazil and huge swaths of tropical rainforest, swampy wetlands, rolling grasslands, rugged plateaus, and green mountains come to mind.
I’m an East Coast woman through and through – yet despite my loyalties, I’m not one to shy away from the Pacific side of the USA.
Imagine days full of fresh air and sunshine, open spaces with dramatic desert scenery, giant sand dunes, a family-friendly culture, and the chance to see seals, elephants, giraffes, and rhinos. Mix it up with some long, hot, dusty days driving with hardly any other vehicles on the road, and you’ll get an idea of how it is to travel in Namibia with kids.