A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
As we dive deep into the fall season, the leaves are turning and the scoops are churning. Local ice cream shops are celebrating by serving up fall favorites ranging from pumpkin cheesecake to sweet potato. Yes, sweet potato. Fall in love with these ice cream flavors across the US.
The ancient Romans need no introduction: at the height of their ambitious empire, they claimed some 5 million sq km of land, an impressive area about half the size of modern Europe. The Roman ruins in Italy are well-trodden, but those in Tunisia, and elsewhere on the southern side of the Mediterranean Sea, are equally lovely and much less visited. Moreover, they can be explored for a fraction of the price compared to their Italian counterparts.
Madrid is a historic city that has witnessed a succession of monarchs, revolutions, and artistic movements. Vestiges of this storied past can be found in the city’s centenarios – restaurants, bars, and cafes over 100 years old.
With the third season of The Crown about to arrive on Netflix, we’re settling in for a weekend of royal drama, political intrigue, and sparkling tiaras. Despite the opulence of the sets, you might think the TV series was filmed in the actual Buckingham Palace or Windsor Castle. However, due to access limitations, the Netflix team shot the new episodes at Elstree Studios and several stately homes across the UK.
The past of Cambodia is populated by modern horror and astonishing antiquity, but this enigmatic country offers a present full of alluring adventures.
One of Spain’s most striking and historic cities, Granada boasts ancient Arabic architecture, rich culture, and delicious cuisine of every variety. Standing proud at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, it’s a feast for the senses, no matter what season you visit. Here’s a guide to help you make the most of a weekend in the city.
If you’re craving a deeper connection with nature, consider a trip to Wales. This compact country packs a punch when it comes to the great outdoors, with plunging valleys, craggy cliffs, rolling dunes and more. It’s the ideal staycation destination for Brits, and a lesser-known marvel for visitors to the UK who want to escape the crowds.
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.
Instagram popularity can be the making of a place: flashbulbs popping all day long; hordes of customers at the tills; hundreds of travellers wanting to visit. However, what about the destinations and business owners who don’t want all that attention – or simply can’t cope with the demand? We speak with owners and locals on their unwanted Instagram success.
Pursuing a passion can be challenging when you’re frequently on the road. Schedules often get disrupted, and events may be missed. However, the good news is that loving travel doesn’t mean you always have to choose between your wanderings and your hobbies. You might even discover a new passion along the way!
Picture a pre-dawn celebration where hundreds of whiskey lovers, fueled by spiked coffee and dram-filled donuts, are warmed by a convivial spirit that belies the chilly Denver air. This annual cannot-miss event is a must for brown spirit aficionados.
Visitors speeding across the New York Thruway from the Big Apple to Niagara Falls might be tempted to zip past Rochester, New York. However, this gateway to the Finger Lakes region is the third-largest city in the state and is currently experiencing a historic renaissance.
The eastern edge of the Kansas Plains seems like an unlikely place to find one of the last remaining hatters in the United States. Jack Kellogg, better known as “Hatman Jack,” admits he probably would have been bucking rivets in Wichita’s thriving aviation industry if it weren’t for several factors. His love of vintage fashion, history, and movies, along with a hard-working Midwestern work ethic and a hefty dose of good timing, have kept him in business for more than 40 years.
On the outside, there’s not much to distinguish Teatro Ciego from the other independent theaters inBuenos Aires. Moments before the show, the foyer is filled with guests intermingling and sipping on Malbec. However, Teatro Ciego (Blind Theater) is something completely unique – every play is performed in complete darkness.
In Australia, one in 2500 children are born with cystic fibrosis (CF) every year: around one every four days. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic, chronic disease that worsens over time, severely affecting both the pancreas and the lungs. The debilitating disease renders the pancreas unable to break down enzymes, meaning food is harder to digest. It also creates thick mucus in the lungs, which results in difficulty breathing.
When you’re on an exhausting long-haul flight, do you find yourself yearning for the days when passengers relaxed in onboard lounges, embracing a glamorous atmosphere? Fortunately, this luxurious experience (sans the vintage suits) is still alive today—if you’re willing to invest accordingly.
Vienna’s prestigious winter ball season has commenced! Anticipated by numerous locals and an expanding number of visitors, these ballroom dancing events have established Vienna’s identity akin toSacher Torteand the Great Ferris Wheel. Although the ball season officially inaugurated on 11 November, the most sought-after balls occur from New Year’s Eve and continue until Shrove Tuesday (February 25th). Here is GoTravelDaily’s guide for those experiencing the winter ball scene for the first time.
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.
