A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
The first thing to know about Western USA is that everything is big. The canyons are massive, the portion sizes are colossal, and the adventure options are limitless. From cruising down classic highways to camping underneath the Northern Hemisphere Milky Way and hiking Yosemite’s pine-dusted trails, there is so much more to the wild, wild west than just haystacks and tumbleweeds.
Spanning 800 sq km in the expanses of Bulgaria’s Rodopi Mountains, Rila National Park is the Balkans’ top destination for outdoor adventures and snow sports. It is also a conservation reserve for some of Europe’s rarest wildlife. Thanks to the park’s efforts to keep Rila’s spectacular nature clean and sustainable, these two worlds can exist next to each other.
Dotted with towering brick buildings and a mountainous green backdrop, Medellín’s El Poblado neighborhood is a picture-perfect postcard from any spot in the city.
Organizing a bachelor or bachelorette party may seem easier than wedding planning; however, there are numerous logistics to consider, especially if the celebrations are held in a foreign country. Therefore, ensure the bride or groom has an unforgettable trip and avoid common pitfalls with these crucial tips for planning a bachelor or bachelorette party abroad.
A legendary road follows the emperor’s last epic journey from the Côte d’Azur to the Alps, through landscapes that remain off the beaten track today.
Traveling with a small child is a marathon, not a sprint. My husband, our 1-year-old, and I experienced the breathtaking elevation and sights of Machu Picchu and the scenic journey to and from the remote area over the course of three days and two nights. Since this was part of a longer six-month journey through the continent, we tracked and kept meticulous records of every purchase. Here’s what we spent and ways you can save.
Exhibitions can be truly inspiring, but what about the buildings themselves? In the UK there’s a great variety of museums and galleries to explore, and many of them are spectacular pieces of art in their own right.
The atmosphere of the room was perfectly still, with scalding steam rising from the surface of the water. I almost expected the milky grey liquid to start bubbling like a volcanic swamp, but, save for the ripples caused by its occupants, the onsen water was perfectly calm.
Hosting terrain as untamed as the country’s one-time reputation, Colombia’s emergence from the travel wilderness means vast areas await exploration. If you hear somebody describing Colombia as brutally wild, don’t assume they’re talking about the oft-maligned country’s recent history. Colombia is rich in unexplored terrain, across Andean peaks and Amazonian jungle.
As I journey along the enchanting waters of the Madu River inSri Lanka, local boatman Manis highlights the brilliantly colored birdlife perched in the trees. The banks are adorned with lush foliage, including banana, cinnamon, and balsa trees, with polka-dotted branches bearing poisonous lime-green fruit. I gaze upward to see a hawk seemingly frozen in mid-air.
Hawaii is always a compelling destination. Regardless of whether it is your first or fiftieth time visiting the islands, there is always something novel and captivating to experience. This is equally true for Oahu, particularly given the multitude of engaging activities available in Honolulu, the capital of Hawaii.
Marrakeshis like an excited child that takes you by the hand and wants you to come and play. Tugging at your sleeves, the city pulls you into souks and drags you down side streets to explore all of the irresistible colours, perfumes and flavours.
In a town built around a pervasive ethos of having a good time at any hour in any setting, few places weave local dives into the cultural fabric likeNew Orleans. From 24-hour party dives to laid-back neighborhood hangouts, exploring the many iconic dive bars is not just a fun way to fill your travel itinerary—it’s an essential way to get to know the Crescent City.
From Alabama’s rock-and-soul capital to Wyoming’s stunning parkland, from the oldest city in the US to the jaw-droppingly beautiful beaches of the States’ northern “third coast,” we’ve gathered budget destinations in each state, plus Puerto Rico.
While many travelers often flock to larger destinations for city breaks or long-term stays, smaller cities provide an abundance of unique experiences. Monocle magazine has curated its selection of the world’s best small cities, known for offering an optimal mix of cultural richness and space for relaxation. Here are the top five destinations on its list.
In a country where everything seems to be supersized, it’s no surprise this also applies to rewilding – the global movement to restore plundered ecosystems to their former glory. Plans to transform millions of acres of cattle ranches in Montana into the continent’s largest nature reserve prove Americans also dream big when it comes to conservation. Moreover, in Yellowstone National Park, the USA has a rewilding success story befitting of Hollywood. The star in this happy-ever-after tale is the gray wolf, which has become a poster child for the global rewilding movement since recolonizing the park. Here are nine places to watch nature reclaim the USA.
The day of the Epiphany, occurring on 6 January, marks the arrival of the Three Kings or Wise Men in Bethlehem to present their gifts to baby Jesus. InSpain, this festivity is recognized as Kings’ Day or the Día de Los Reyes, celebrated akin to a second Christmas with feasting and gift-giving.
I resigned from my last position prior to fully dedicating myself to travel blogging due to experiences of discrimination. I believe that my younger self may have hesitated and tried to overlook such issues, but with age, I have reached a point where I refuse to normalize such behavior.
Born inIndia, but raised in theUAE, Akanksha is a so-called ‘third culture kid’ (a person who has grown up overseas, immersed in a culture different from their families’). In this personal essay she talks about her conflicting experiences returning to the country of her birth, a journey undertaken as part of her search to find ‘home’.
