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As one of the larger Canary Islands, Fuerteventura offers a remarkable diversity of experiences and landscapes ideal for exploration. Its unique blend of attractions makes it an exceptional destination. Following our recent trip, I am eager to elaborate on the most captivating activities to enjoy in Fuerteventura.
I quit my job to travel the world. However, my job didn’t involve 70-hour work weeks, corporate credit cards, pantyhose, or pencil skirts. It was quite the opposite, in fact: I was sitting behind a desk working as an editor who commissioned people to write guidebooks. Until I realized I wanted to write them myself.
With the Foster + Partner designed 310m Varso Tower set to be completed in 2020, Warsaw is on track to displace London as home to the tallest building in the European Union. Closer to the ground, a youthful energy is transforming this 700-year-old survivor into an ideal location for a Central European city break.
Operated by the Mohegan Tribe along 240 acres of reservation land situated along the banks of the Thames River in Uncasville, Connecticut, Mohegan Sun casino and resort is widely regarded as the East Coast’s hot spot for both gambling and live music. Beyond its expansive 364,000-square-feet of gaming space, Mohegan Sun’s on-site amenities encompass the Mandara Spa, multiple pools, fitness centers, a shopping arcade, a Golf Club, and a variety of live entertainment spaces, making it a must-visit for music enthusiasts.
Tracking down the elusiveBanksy’s work is almost as challenging as the ongoing quest to unveil his identity. While Banksy is among the most recognizable street artists globally, this notoriety poses a double-edged sword for street art enthusiasts; almost immediately after confirmation of a new work, other vandals may deface it.
If you’ve never before been on safari, one of the great pleasures of travelling in Africa awaits. If you’re lucky, you’ll spend your days tracking down one species of charismatic megafauna after another, from elephants and rhinos to big cats, buffaloes and giraffes. However, what does a typical day on safari really involve?
We were stopped on a two-lane road, crowded by cornfields on either side; beyond the cone of our headlamps, there was only the deepest blue of a night barely speckled by stars. I’d just awoken from a nap, not long after crossing the border intoUkraine.
New York City is a vibrant metropolis brimming with countless activities and spectacular attractions waiting to be explored. However, with the plethora of options available, curating a manageable list of sites to visit during your stay can be challenging.
Five-hundred years since its founding,Cuba’scapital city remains as resilient as its rundown buildings and elegant as the vintage cars still rolling in the streets. After nearly four centuries of Spanish rule, over 50 years of US-backed governments, and 60 years of socialism, Havana’s people (Habaneros) continue to thrive and are ready to celebrate.
The point where children are just starting to explore the world and articulate their questions is an exciting age for travel. Structuring your trips around what they are learning in school, while incorporating new activities, will create enthusiastic traveling companions and opportunities for personal growth along the way. Here are eight destinations to consider for your family’s travel wishlist.
As much as you’d love your kids to enjoy learning about local history, haggling in the markets, or challenging their palates with unusual delicacies, the reality of family travel is that sometimes you just need to find a family-friendly attraction. Luckily, Cape Town abounds with activities for every member of your clan.
Seattle is among my favorite cities in the United States. It reminds me of Edinburgh in numerous aspects—not in terms of architecture, which is quite apparent, but more so in the atmosphere encapsulated by city life. The city is expansive enough to avoid a feeling of confinement, yet intimate enough to foster a close-knit community vibe.
The grating ‘scrunch-scrunch’ of a million squashed plastic bottles beneath our sandals made it difficult to focus. I held my mother’s hand tight to stop her from slipping.
At first, a weekend might not seem enough to do justice to São Paulo, South America’s largest city. It’s not just its size that’s impressive; Sampa (as it’s known to its friends) boasts a plethora of superlatives, from the world’s biggest Pride parade to the greatest collection of museums on the continent, as well as what might be the finest pizza outside of Italy and the best sushi outside of Japan.
Malawi, the charming lakeside country bordering Zambia, Mozambique, and Tanzania, is often recognized for its laid-back beach towns, idyllic islands, friendly people, and vibrant safari tourism. However, as James Bainbridge discovers, the stunning mountain environments are just as compelling and cannot be overlooked.
Amman is regarded as the most expensive city in the Arab world. Nevertheless, it offers affordable street eats—such as fresh falafel for under one Jordanian dinar—and an array of free activities. Whether you find yourself on a tight budget or ready to splurge during your adventures in Jordan, you’ll discover delightful experiences without spending a single piastre.
While many other cities’ baseball teams have moved into sleek new stadiums over the past few decades, Red Sox fans’ belovedFenway Park, situated right in the middle of bustling Kenmore Square inBoston, is something of a nostalgic monument to the team’s storied history.
Germany’s ‘second city’? Not so fast! Hamburg is definitely playing in the big leagues – and not only because of its incredibly chic new Elbphilharmonie concert hall. In recent years, the brisk North Sea winds have blown the cobwebs out of this Hanseatic jewel and infused it with a progressive energy reflected in edgy postmodern architecture, a cosmopolitan dining scene, and an envy-inducing quality of life. Let us introduce you to the best this exciting urban cauldron has to offer in a weekend.
The deserts and wide open spaces of the Southwest USA are among the darkest places in America and offer some of the country’s best possibilities for seeing the Milky Way in all its glory. The arid climate is reliably clear in this part of the world, so the sky is mercifully cloud-free most nights, perfect for stargazing into the heavens. Whether you have the constellations memorized or just enjoy the faint glow of starlight on your face, the Southwest USA offers something for all types of astronomers.
