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Seeing the Northern Lights is high on the bucket lists of many travelers. However, unlike iconic attractions such as the Taj Mahal or Machu Picchu, the aurora borealis does not guarantee sightings based solely on your location. Therefore, the journey becomes a thrilling adventure. GoTravelDaily writer Bernice Harrison embarked on an iconic Hurtigruten voyage along Norway’s coast in pursuit of the elusive northern lights.
It’s around 1am, high in the freezing Tian Shan mountains of Kyrgyzstan, and I’m still hovering behind the camera. The stars are out with more clarity and vibrancy than I’ve ever seen. With each 30-second shot, I perfect the focus and frame a little more until I’m completely satisfied. It has taken three gruelling days of dawn-to-dusk trekking across steep, snow-covered terrain to get to this spot, but for this shot alone, it was worth it.
Running a local 5K is fun; however, why not transform a race into a fantastic excuse for a vacation? Travel to any of these best US running events for the chance to do something new and exciting.
Let’s start with the good news. In the digital age, there are a number of free tools people can use to double-check fire containment and air quality before ever boarding the plane. TheWorld Air QualityIndex offers a visual map highlighting which cities are most affected by pollutants, allowing visitors to zoom in to read current risk levels. An AQI of 100 or less is considered normal.
This year, as the classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musicalOklahomais getting a stirring reboot on Broadway, Tulsa, the second-largest city in the show’s namesake state, is experiencing a resurgence of its own. Compact and easy to navigate, it’s perfect for a weekend getaway. With its diverse offerings and creative locals, all set against the backdrop of the American prairie and Route 66, you may find yourself wanting to extend your stay.
You’ve heard of the European Capital of Culture, but how about its tastier cousin? The European Gastronomic Region for 2020 is Kuopio, the capital of Finland’s beautiful lakeland region.
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Mexican textiles boast a captivating history that dates back to at least 1400 BCE. In pre-Hispanic periods, various fibers, such as those from yucca, palm, maguey plants, and cotton from warm southern valleys, were commonly utilized. Following the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire, the introduction of new textiles like silk significantly impacted the industry, along with the use of looms.
Cows might hold a holy place in India, yet they possess a remarkable significance within the breathtaking Swiss mountain landscape. Each spring, these bovine beauties embark on a journey from their valley barns to the alpine fields, ascending nearly 5,000 feet. There, they leisurely graze while producing milk. Swiss dairy farmers argue that the high altitude, along with the diverse flowers and herbs that the cows consume, contribute to the superior quality of Swiss dairy products. More than just a food source, Swiss cows have become the unofficial national animal of Switzerland, playing a crucial role in the country’s cultural heritage.
Recognized by Unesco as one of the world’s most important food scenes, Tucson is not only larger than you may expect (one of the country’s 30 largest cities), but it is also an exceptional place for Mexican and Southwestern gastronomy. Here’s a list of must-try dishes in this Arizona metropolis.
Located along the banks of the Hudson River, New Jersey is frequently overlooked in favor of its neighboring state, New York. Nonetheless, there are numerous exceptional experiences awaiting discovery in New Jersey.
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Whether you love to explore by eating your way through a new city, use your taste buds to travel during stints at home, or a little of both, there’s no doubt that cuisine and adventure make for excellent companions. These gifts were selected with the food-focused traveler in mind – you know, the one who schedules their days around meals, coffee breaks, brewery runs, and wine-bar pit stops. Each of these culinary gift ideas rings in at $75 or less. Bon appétit!
Hokkaido is Japan’s northernmost prefecture and much of it is an unspoilt wilderness. Though the island accounts for 20% of the country’s area, it is home to only 5% of its population. In summer, Hokkaido is a land of forests, lakes, and meadows, but come winter, that landscape is covered in thick powder snow.
Australia may be the world’s flattest continent; however, it is packed with enough vertical topography to occupy any climber for many lifetimes. The most famous locations are the Grampians and Mt Arapiles, but there is no shortage of other world-class crags to explore.
The most epic trail in Jordan is the 650km Jordan Trail. This trail allows you to explore the nation intimately, traversing its diverse landscapes from the northern region of Umm Qais to the southern city of Aqaba. Partially waymarked, the route is divided into eight sections, typically requiring about 36 hiking days. Along the way, hikers can experience 52 villages and many iconic sites, including the rock-hewn city of Petra and the stunning Wadi Rum.
The pursuit of a white Christmas can be a pricey endeavor if you head for the Alps or Scandinavia; however, Latvia, part of the beautiful Baltic States, offers budget-friendly alternatives for winter adventure sports. Some of these activities are exclusively for the brave and adventurous. Here’s GoTravelDaily’s guide to winter adventure sports in Latvia.
When I was traveling in my camper van, I had access to pockets of the world I might never have discovered otherwise. Bumpy dirt roads meandering through public land were the entryways to quiet pockets of wilderness where I could find a place to park. In the morning, I’d wake up surrounded by nature that felt mostly untouched.
1. Windsor Castle2. Boat along the Thames River3. St. George’s Chapel4. Historic streets of Windsor5. Eton6. Windsor Great Park7. Gastronomic Experiences8. Legoland Windsor9. Royal Ascot
