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Top 8 Day Trips from Geneva for Unforgettable Adventures

Lydia Wilson013 mins

It might be hard to drag yourself away from Geneva’s ritzy lakefront, knockout Mont Blanc views and rainbow-kissed Jet d’Eau fountain, but you’ll be glad you did – trust us. This sophisticated polyglot of a Swiss city is just a day trip away from vineyards, Alpine peaks, medieval castles, and towns with cultural cachet. Moreover, given that Switzerland has truly nailed slow travel, most places can be reached by boat, rail, or cable car. Here we bring you eight of Geneva’s best day trips.

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Discover the Wonders of Florida’s Ten Thousand Islands: Nature’s Hidden Gems

Lydia Wilson09 mins

Scattered along the western edge of the Everglades National Park, you’ll find the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, a labyrinth of land and channels harboring a surreal amount of plant and animal life. While there aren’t quite 10,000 islands here, it is one of the biggest mangrove systems on the planet, making it an international treasure.

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Explore the Parenzana Trail: A Scenic Bike Journey Through Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia

Lydia Wilson08 mins

In 1902, during the reign of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, a rail line was opened that wound its way from the Italian port city of Trieste down a small stretch of what is now Slovenia to the seaside town of Poreč in today’s Croatia. The railway provided an important commercial link in this corner of the North Adriatic, transporting coal, salt, olives, wine, and fruit but also passengers and mail, as well as soldiers and supplies during World War I.

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Top Tips for Surviving Middle Seat Flights

Lydia Wilson07 mins

We’ve all been there: you didn’t get first pick of the seats on your flight, it’s a full one, and you’re stuck in the dreaded middle seat. Unfortunately, this can lead to a bit of a squish between two fellow passengers. However, with some basic etiquette, you don’t have to be entirely miserable, and with a bit of planning, you can avoid it next time.

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Ultimate Guide to the Best Time for Visiting Dubrovnik

Lydia Wilson08 mins

Dubrovnik has withstood earthquakes and sieges, with its marble flagstones and rugged walls giving this lovely city – Croatia’s most popular – a timeless feel. However, the seasons vary greatly in Dubrovnik. Choosing the ideal time to visit depends not only on your attitude towards weather but also on crowd preferences. High summer can mean vibrant festivals and glorious sun, while winter might offer a more intimate experience with the city. Here’s a closer look at the best time to visit Dubrovnik.

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Top Travel Safety Gear for Secure Journeys

Lydia Wilson010 mins

The wonderful thing about hitting the road is the sense of freedom, independence, and limitless possibilities that can come with travel. However, travel safety is an important consideration, especially if you’re traveling solo. We’ve put together a list of the top safety gear for travelers, ensuring to include items that are legal in most countries and useful for a variety of destinations and travel styles, even if you’re packing light.

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Ultimate Food Guide to Bilbao and Basque Country, Spain

Lydia Wilson07 mins

When I moved to Spain, I quickly learned that the country’s cuisine is not only vast but also varied by region. One of the highlights is thepintxos, which are bite-sized snacks primarily from the Basque Country (País Vasco). Unlike tapas, which are generally larger and served on small plates,pintxosare perfect for eating with your hands. Having enjoyed them at various Spanish restaurants worldwide, I was eager to visit the region and experience them firsthand.

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Solo Dining in Barcelona: Are Restaurants Excluding Single Diners?

Lydia Wilson05 mins

Diving into the famously fabulous local food-and-drink scene is one of the greatest thrills of any visit to Barcelona. Recently, reports have emerged of some restaurants and bars in Catalonia’s Mediterranean-side capital turning away solo diners in favor of bigger groups, mainly in the heavily touristed city center and areas like the Eixample district, home to Gaudí’s wondrous architecture, as well as pintxo-bar-filled Carrer de Blai in Poble Sec.

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Top 7 Unforgettable Day Trips from Toulouse

Lydia Wilson07 mins

Toulouse lies between France’s Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts, not far from the Pyrenees mountains as well as a number of charming cities such as Bordeaux, Agen, and Carcassonne. This makes the Ville Rose a fantastic base for a wide variety of short trips, lasting half a day, a day, or more. Moreover, enjoying the natural riches of the surrounding Toulouse region can provide a refreshing break from urban life.

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Top Dining and Drinking Spots in East London

Lydia Wilson09 mins

Londoners have clamored for tables at Dishoom (Tube: Shoreditch High St) since 2010, and demand remains strong. (It’s walk-in, but at weekend brunch, you absolutely need a reservation.) The Iranian cafe serves a delicious morning spread called The Big Bombay, a colorful plate of their famousakuri(spicy scrambled egg), streaky bacon, sausages, masala beans, mushrooms, and homemade buns. Even if you have it at 8 am on a weekday, you’ll still be full way after lunch.

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