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Divining the destinations that suit our personalities to a tee is no mean feat for us mere muggles. If, like this GoTravelDaily writer, you’re a hardcore Harry Potter fan, add a little magic into the mix and let your favorite characters inspire your next trip.
I was on a guide research project in Thailand when the panic attack hit. My heart began racing. I started to sweat. An overwhelming sense of doom invaded my thoughts. I was immobilized on my backpacker bunk in Bangkok, unable to get to work. The ceiling fan above whirled indifferently.
Beyond its fiery dance floors, there’s so much more terrain to discover in the ‘Salsa Capital of the World’. Similar to its major city counterparts of Bogotá and Medellín, Cali has officially emerged as a friendly and dynamic must-stop on any Colombian itinerary.
Across the western US and Canada’s First Nations, there’s a growing movement that’s revitalizing Indigenous food. From game to foraged berries, chefs are reimagining their ancestors’ traditional foods for everyone to enjoy. Here are 10 places to sample Indigenous cuisine in North America.
Hit refresh and head north to the Canadian Rockies with your family, navigating a fabled road with a snowy name: the Powder Highway. Make this the year you begin a tradition of family travel and adventure, and awaken a sense of togetherness.
Scenic, versatile, and beautifully understated – ifNew Zealandis on your travel radar, consider putting theBay of Plentyon your wish list. It was named by James Cook when he anchored in the country in 1769, and it’s a name that still rings true today: anyone who visits will find the great outdoors right upon their doorstep, in the forms ofwild swimming holes, surf beaches, and hiking trails. The Bay of Plenty offers a lifestyle so well-rounded, you may struggle to say goodbye.
We’ve experienced failures in airlines, tour operators, hotels, and retail sectors, but never before have we witnessed a collapse on the scale presented by the collapse of Thomas Cook. This incident has thrown an already volatile travel industry into disarray. Therefore, travel expert Eoghan Corry examines the implications in the coming months for those travelling abroad.
For the uninitiated, here is a revelation about Indian cinema. Contrary to popular belief, India’s multi-billion-dollar film industry is not solely focused on Bollywood, which is centered in Mumbai. A colossal number of movies are produced in South India, where the film industry generates a healthy billion USD a year.
Switzerland’s famous red-and-white square flag flies from civic buildings, adorns fridge magnets and coffee mugs, and is planted in window boxes in neat rows. There is, however, another colour that symbolises the country’s breathtaking Alpine scenery, and that is the bright blue of the Aare River.
Five-hundred years since its founding,Cuba’scapital city remains as resilient as its rundown buildings and elegant as the vintage cars still rolling in the streets. After nearly four centuries of Spanish rule, over 50 years of US-backed governments, and 60 years of socialism, Havana’s people (Habaneros) continue to thrive and are ready to celebrate.
The Cold War has been over for almost three decades, yet geopolitical tension between Russia and the West persists today. While there’s no dedicated Cold War museum in Russia, several museums around the country examine the themes of the uneasy relationship between the East and West throughout the 20th century. If you’re a Cold War enthusiast or curious about Russia’s role in contemporary affairs, these museums are a must-visit.
The dazzling souks of Marrakesh are teeming with beautiful objects to be taken home; colourful spices, walls of brightly lit lanterns, and radiantly patterned ceramics, to name a few. These simple haggling tips will help you secure a fair price while making unique purchases. Just remember to leave space in your suitcase.
The point where children are just starting to explore the world and articulate their questions is an exciting age for travel. Structuring your trips around what they are learning in school, while incorporating new activities, will create enthusiastic traveling companions and opportunities for personal growth along the way. Here are eight destinations to consider for your family’s travel wishlist.
Nashville’s reputation as the home of country music precedes it — legends like Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, and Dolly Parton frequented stages across the city, ultimately creating a permanent niche for both the genre and the town in the national psyche. This influence continues today, with the city still harboring the most storied stages in country music. Now that Ken Burns’ heralded documentary on country music has landed, here is our list of unmissable venues for all things country, bluegrass, and Americana.
A beautiful exploration of Iwate Prefecture’s scenic landscapes, unique cuisine, and traditional craftsmanship awaits any traveler willing to venture north.
I’m a good photographer, but obviously no Ansel Adams. Adams had a unique style – a way of photographing landscapes playing with light and shadow, creating iconic images both stark and beautiful – and on a recent trip to Yosemite National Park, I learned how to capture some of that magic myself.
Alaska continues to flourish as a destination of choice, and the mega cruise ships have taken notice: 10 new ships called on Alaska in 2019. There’s a lot to love about big cruise liners, like the plethora of onboard entertainment and dining options, but they’re not right for everyone.
Majestic, inspiring and somewhat mysterious, the region of Andalucia’s rich history is ever-present today. Easy-to-drive highways link towns nestled in otherworldly terrain, passing by vibrant fields of sunflowers and mammoth wind turbines along the way. There are open-air flamenco performances to get your heart racing, a food scene to rival all others in Europe, and the Costa del Sol’s beaches to rejuvenate at. You couldn’t ask for anything more.
‘Are you married?’ Sergey, the middle-aged man in the bunk below mine on a train from Moscow to Vladivostok, asked me in Russian. We were somewhere east of the Ural Mountains, about 40 hours and 1700 snowy miles into the six-day journey to the Pacific coast. Sergey was going all the way; I was getting off in southern Siberia to see Lake Baikal, the world’s oldest, deepest lake.
New Yorkoffers theMacy’s Day parade, while nearby Plymouth, Massachusetts, the site of the first feast, can be found nearBoston. However, for NFL fans seeking a unique destination on the fourth Thursday of November, Dallas stands out as the ideal choice. With its exciting football games, rich history, delectable food, and mild weather – crucial for November trips – plan your perfect Thanksgiving weekend around these must-visit locations in the Dallas area.