A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
On our final day in St Kitts, we were greeted with an unexpected sight – clouds in the sky! The previous days had been filled with sunshine, making the thought of rain seem highly improbable. However, don’t be deceived; it remained warm, perfect for casual attire.
Kathmandu, the Nepali capital, is a city that sparks diverse opinions. It boasts centuries of rich culture and history, characterized by its unique architecture and the warmth of its local communities. However, some visitors find themselves overwhelmed by the dust, pollution, and traffic congestion, prompting a desire to flee to the serene landscapes that lie just outside the Kathmandu Valley.
Though it’s the oldest city in Finland, Turku, located just two hours from Helsinki, is anything but outdated. Mostly destroyed by the Great Fire of 1827, it was rebuilt shortly after, showcasing charming architecture that makes it a must-visit destination today. Although it’s no longer the largest city in Finland, there remain plenty of engaging sights, delectable food, and great shopping opportunities. Here are the top seven reasons to visit Turku.
Home to a kaleidoscopic array of marine life, the Red Sea boasts some of the world’s most coveted coral gardens, reefs, and sunken wrecks, making it a perfect spot for scuba diving and snorkeling.
If you’ve ever felt the thrill of a well-aimed putt, the electric energy of a successfully navigated mini-windmill, or the spine-tingle of that perfect off-obstacle ricochet, you’ll know there’s no sport quite like mini golf.
A lovely ancient town in the lowlands between the Balkan and Rhodope mountains, Plovdiv is the perfect place to recharge for a couple of days if you are coming to Bulgaria for an adventure. Moreover, with a serious food and drink scene and numerous historical and cultural sites to explore, it’s a great choice for a southern European city break in its own right. Until recently, Plovdiv was almost unknown outside of Bulgaria, but received a tourism boost following its stint as European Capital of Culture in 2019. Consequently, it’s taken over 6000 years, but Europe’s oldest city is finally trending.
Backpacking isn’t a novel concept, yet it encompasses diverse interpretations. It typically refers to low-budget globetrotting, accompanied by a passport, ticket stubs, and a mix of fear and excitement. This adventure often leads travelers to affordable, vibrant destinations such as Thailand, Mexico, and South America. Alternatively, backpacking can represent rugged expeditions into the wilderness, whether for a weekend getaway or an extended trek along renowned trails like the Pacific Crest Trail, the GR20 in Corsica, or the historic Inca Trail in Peru.
For many people, travel is much more than just taking a break from work, school, or the familiar. It represents opportunity, change, and the chance to immerse yourself in something completely unique and grow as a person. With that in mind, GoTravelDaily has outlined distinctive activities in diverse locations all over the globe that are sure to encourage you to start thinking about your next big adventure! Including practicable ways to achieve your travel goals, it serves as a perfect travel-planning companion.
Vanlife is a status symbol for many outdoorsy millennials, a freewheeling, bohemian lifestyle worthy of Anais Nin or Jack Kerouac, with solar panels and a smartphone, of course. However, what if you aren’t ready to drop $80k on the rig of your dreams or simply want to escape for a week-long getaway?
Picture the landscapes of Southeast Asia and your imagination will likely conjure up images of sloping rice terraces, white-sand beaches, and thickets of dense green jungle. However, the region is equally characterized by its dramatic limestone cliffs, which pepper the countryside from Myanmar to Indonesia.
Ever since rock climbers recognized this in the early ‘90s, the sport has steadily grown, and today, there’s no shortage of staggering rock formations awaiting adventurous travelers who dare to scramble their way up to jaw-dropping views.
From beginner-friendly faces overlooking the beaches of southern Thailand to tricky, technical crags in Laos and Vietnam, here are the best rock climbing destinations to add excitement to your Southeast Asia itinerary.
Every state in the US is proud of its homegrown cuisine, but not every state can back their bragging with real evidence of culinary prowess. Louisiana can. The food culture here is iconic, with a cuisine that stands out across America. Since the 1980s, the world has become obsessed with Cajun culture, largely due to the influence of famous chefs like Paul Prudhomme and his successors such as Emeril Lagasse and Donald Link.
Leopards are among the most challenging big cats to spot in the wilderness of Africa. This may explain why they are considered one of the great prizes of any safari. Besides, they are stunningly beautiful, epitomizing feline grace. Their mastery of stealth and camouflage allows them to observe us without being noticed. Consequently, leopards are the most adaptable and widespread of Africa’s feline inhabitants. This guide provides an overview of Africa’s most enigmatic big cat and indicates the best locations to observe them.
The earliest dinner theaters date back to the Middle Ages when courses were interspersed with songs and theatrical performances during Christmas time, typically organized by schools and church groups. Today’s dinner theater options cater to all tastes, often featuring food tailored to the ambiance. Below are nine dinner and show options for your next night out, ranging from exclusive throwback magic to enchanting mermaids paired with tropical cocktails.
For many of us, the day we get married is one of the most important days of our lives, with the day we get engaged not far behind. And while a proposal is pretty memorable wherever it happens, what better feeling than popping the question or being proposed to on the trip of a lifetime? From a hotel room in Dublin to a waterfall in Panama and a shark tank in Boston, 10 loved-up GoTravelDaily staffers share their stories of putting a ring on it on the road.
The fallen city of Carthage now lies part-excavated among the exclusive whitewashed villas in one of Tunis’ swankiest suburbs, enveloped in legends. Once a cosmopolitan trading hub and a key maritime power in the Mediterranean, the well-connected Carthage was one of the wealthiest cities in the ancient world, inspiring poetry, mythology, and – of course – envy.
The trip my girlfriend, Frances, and I took to southern Portugal at the tail end of September was a compromise. Previously, we’d either been to Italy (where my folks have a place) or France (where hers do). Both of us thought it was time to go somewhere where neither was the local expert, but that would mean budgeting more carefully than usual.
On the basis of worthwhile stops per mile, the High Road – 70 miles winding between Santa Fe and Taos, New Mexico – might be the best short road trip in the United States.
We bring home more than just memories and souvenirs from our travels. We often return with dirty clothes that reflect our adventures and experiences. In developed countries, we may throw our soiled garments into a washing machine, taking for granted a modern convenience that has transformed the laborious task of laundry into a simple chore. However, long before the advent of automatic washing machines, the humble washboard was the essential tool for cleansing fabrics.
