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Not many regions can boast renowned national parks like Durmitor and Plitvice Lakes, world-class cities such as Belgrade, or delicious local cuisine like ćevapi and burek—but then, not many regions contain the treasures of the Balkans.
When I travel, my default fragrance is the citrusy smell of disinfectant. I’m the fidgety train passenger who slathers their hands with hand sanitizer. The fussy person on the plane who cleans their tray table with anti-bacterial wipes. Do these habits mean I’m well-prepared, anxiety-prone, or waging an unwinnable war against legions of microorganisms? Maybe all three.
Despite travel being more accessible than ever before, passports remain an expensive luxury for many would-be travellers around the globe living on a budget.
Ever wondered why your airplane was making certain sounds? Curious about the whirr, rumble, or even a noise reminiscent of a barking dog from under your seat? If you tend to feel anxious when flying, let us reassure you by explaining some of the common noises you may hear on a flight.
The only mistake I made after arriving at the San Jose airport for a five-hour flight to Honolulu on Southwest Airlines was not buying food to take on board.
The City of Angels is heaven for a weekend warrior, with thousands of enticing options for wilderness lovers looking to escape the big city. Most adventurers blast off to far-flung locales like Mammoth Lakes or Yosemite, driving 5-6 hours and losing precious weekend time in the process. However, what if you’re sick of the driving grind? Or the Sierras are socked in with late-season snow? This guide presents five favorite camping destinations within a two-hour drive of Los Angeles.
Hop on a snowboard, slip and slide your way down polished pyramids of sand, and trek your way back up the dunes to do it all again. Sandboarding is the perfect way to feel like a kid again while getting in a killer workout too. From the sweeping mounds in Peru to the vast dunes of Colorado, here are five places around the world to surf the sand.
On the day we arrive in Pape’ete, we are taken on a boat trip. There’s no official cure for jetlag, not really, but snorkelling in water so deep and clear that it’s known colloquially as ‘the aquarium’ is a good place to start.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are spoiled for choice as they prepare to step back from their roles as senior royals and relocate to Canada. From British Columbia to Winnipeg, this guide compiles beautiful towns and cities for travelers searching for a royal getaway.
Two years ago, Bon Appétit named Portland, Maine its2018 Restaurant City of the Year. If you aren’t familiar with the Pine Tree State’s biggest city, you might be surprised that, with a population of just 67,000, Portland is home to more than 400 restaurants. However, the number of dining options is not the only thing that distinguishes Portland’s gastronomy scene; it’s also about sustainability.
Londoners and tourists alike are spoilt for choice when it comes to food in the capital, and plant-based dining is no exception. Vegan-friendly restaurants in London are plentiful, ensuring that whether you’re craving an indulgent burger, a budget-friendly dinner, a celebration-worthy feast, or innovative world-food fusion, you will find something to satisfy your plant-based palette. Here’s a list of 11 top vegan-friendly restaurants in London that will delight your taste buds. Bon appétit!
Bumble is paying two people to travel around the world and make connections in romance and friendship as part of their new Global Connector Bee program.
Australia’s current bushfire season has been the worst to date, raising critical questions for travellers. Should you still head Down Under? We unpack the questions many people are asking themselves and explore different ways travellers can assist in Australia’s recovery.
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.
What do rockets, water fights, and ritual spanking have in common? They are all expressions of the infinite variety of Easter inEurope. To believers, this festival marks the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Church services, chocolate eggs, and family gatherings are common across Europe, but so are rip-roaring celebrations that date back to pagan times. Here are nine intriguing customs that are worth discovering.
Just a couple of hours from the popular beach destinations of Cancun and Tulum, Valladolid is a tranquil bohemian town featuring stunning Spanish colonial architecture, sacred swimming holes known as cenotes, and authentic Yucatán cuisine. Even though it’s off the beaten path, visitors will discover a relaxed atmosphere deep-rooted in Mayan culture.
A specialist team of remote area firefighters is helping to save the prehistoric Wollemi Pines from the ravages of Australia’s devastating bushfires. The pines are known as “dinosaur trees” as fossil records show they existed up to 200 million years ago, and there are fewer than 200 left.
From venue to guest list, entertainment to legalities, planning a wedding can be overwhelming and time-consuming. Many couples choose to have a destination wedding, but what does traveling away from home entail in terms of organization, cost, and attendees? GoTravelDaily writer Sofia Levin decided to get married in Lombok, far from her home in Melbourne. In contrast, Digital Editor Claire Naylor tied the knot close to her residence in London. We explored their choices while planning their big days.
If the love of sport is truly global, then the very concept of a sports bar – giant screens, screaming fans, and stroke-inducing bar food – is very much an Anglo-Saxon experience, born in USA and raised in countries like Australia and New Zealand. Over the last couple of decades, however, this captivating concept has spread throughout the world, aiming to attract a share of the travelling sports fan.
Wondering if your outdoor gear could hold up on your next multi-day trek? I went to the ends of the Earth to put some of the biggest brands out there to the test – the five-day circuit of Dientes de Navarino at the furthest tip of southern Chile.