A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
The morning sun warms the back of my neck as I float on a foam-topped surfboard in the cerulean shallows of Sri Lanka’s Arugam Bay. My instructor, whose swim attire includes a baseball cap and a pair of thick sunglasses, drifts on his own board nearby, dispensing advice on how I should go about catching the next wave.
As Vietnam’s most populous city, Ho Chi Minh City is known for its universities, thriving businesses, and modern conveniences. This diverse city attracts people from all over the country, who often bring their favorite culinary delights with them. Moreover, Ho Chi Minh City’s always-on-the-go vibe guarantees a wide range of great, affordable street food options available around the clock.
Situated between the Southern Alps and Venice and dominated by the spectacular Dolomites, the northern Italian province of Trentino boasts an amazing natural environment that will grab your attention and not let it go. The region offers an enticing mix of scintillating scenery, endless outdoor activities, intriguing local culture, and wholesome flavors. This is one of those rare places where you can breathe in the fresh air and experience a natural high along with an uplifted enthusiasm for life.
Essaouira, Morocco’s bohemian haven by the sea, has long been a melting pot of alternative cultures and lifestyles. The city’s cobbled medina and breezy beachfront provide the infrastructure for a thriving arts scene, a chilled getaway for those escaping the country’s often crowded cities, and a wide range of dining options.
Marrakesh is no stranger to tourists, and travellers flock to the rose-hued city to discover the medina, scour the souqs for treasures, admire traditionalzellige(colourful geometric tiles) on ancient mosques and savour local flavours at the food stalls of Djemaa El Fna. With the threat of overtourism encroaching on the red city, it’s imperative that travellers leave a minimal footprint as they wander Marrakesh’s labyrinth.
For centuries, grapes have thrived in the cool climate of Lebanon’s mountainous landscape, making the Mediterranean country one of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world. This rich history is often eclipsed by the country’s more recent bouts of civil war and its troubled neighbors. However, Lebanon’s wine industry has found fertile soil for growth, with a trail of wineries opening to those wishing to sample the fruits of these vines.
Christmas Island crabs? The adorable quokkas of Rottnest? There’s perhaps no place in the world as synonymous with its animal inhabitants as Indonesia’s Komodo National Park.
A 603 sq km archipelago, Komodo National Park is part of the Lesser Sunda Islands, nestled between the Indonesian provinces of East and West Nusa Tenggara. Here the remarkable Komodo dragon – a beastly monitor lizard measuring up to 3m long – thrives on paradisiacal islands surrounded by a sparkling blue sea.
Setting off from a dock in la Bahía de La Paz, the capital of Baja California Sur, the boat slows as the first whale shark of the day comes into view. Before picking up speed again, the true rarity appears: a humpback whale. ‘Welcome to the Sea of Cortez,’ said Javier Olachea, a wildlife guide with 25 years of experience for The Cortez Club, an eco-tour operator.
When Greece and street food are mentioned together, the answer is undoubtedly souvlaki. This pita-wrapped delicacy, along with its numerous contemporary variations, is the quintessential Greek street food. However, it’s not the only option available in Athens. Whether you’re in the mood for seafood, sweets, or something unique, there are plenty of places to grab a quick bite while exploring the vibrant Greek capital.
Budapest is not the easiest place for vegetarians: pork dominates the menu, and even if something looks veggie-friendly, chances are it’s cooked with pork fat or sprinkled with fried pieces ofszalonna(Hungarian bacon). Until recently, vegetarians in Budapest were pretty much limited to a diet of salad, fried mushrooms or cheese, while being vegan probably meant you had to survive on bread and a tin of chickpeas.
The term ‘new Nordic cuisine’ continues to captivate food enthusiasts around the globe. Consequently, any gourmet worth their salt (preferably Frenchfleur de sel) places Copenhagen high on their food-fancying holiday itinerary.
Who says you have to leave the confines of your city to find an adrenaline fix? Here, our GoTravelDaily locals share a selection of adventurous endeavors in the heart of some of the world’s largest metropolises, from in-line skating on the streets of Paris to a fearsome spice challenge in Singapore.
How did a quaint town in the Peruvian Amazon, some 280 miles from Lima, come to play host to the nation’s top annual music festival? Based on its history, Oxapampa knows how to charm. This high jungle town was able to make rolling stones stay put when Austrian and German colonists settled there in the mid-19th century.
Often overlooked yet beloved by all who’ve set foot in its piñon-clad arid mountains, New Mexico encompasses all that makes the Southwest USA so magical. It is blazing neon sunsets and dusty summer afternoons, monsoon rains, and otherworldly white sands. And it iscomida gloriosa comida: pulled pork tamales, blue corn chicken enchiladas covered in melted cheddar, rich red chile-stewed pork, and green chile on everything.
Every year, an increasing number of travellers embark on journeys to the Balkans to explore the captivating countries that once made up the former Yugoslavia. Some travellers seek adventure, while many are drawn by the rich history and diverse culture, and others are enchanted by the region’s fresh cuisine and breathtaking landscapes. A trip to witness some of the world’s most innovative monumental artwork fulfills every desire.
Wherever you travel in Morocco, you’ll hear its rich musical culture, characterized by influences from Berber, Andalusian, Arabic, and sub-Saharan traditions. Consequently, Morocco is rapidly emerging as a premier destination for music festivals that celebrate eclectic genres in its ancient medinas and modern cities. Here, we highlight five of the best places to experience this lively scene.
New York City was built because of the Hudson River, but the East River – a tidal strait connecting the New York Harbor with Long Island Sound – has always been where the action is.
Haifa is moody in the best possible way. Israel’s third-largest city is a jigsaw of neighborhoods between the slopes of Mt Carmel and the Mediterranean Sea. Interlacing communities—Arab and Jewish, Baha’i and Druze, Ethiopian and Russian—all bestow energy on this dynamic city, where traffic buzzes between millennia-old shrines, peaceful promenades, and lively food markets.
Washington DC’s District Wharf is the US capital’s latest foray into trendiness. This thriving, mile-long stretch of restaurants, bars, entertainment venues, and outdoor activities, right along the Washington Channel on the city’s Southwest Waterfront, was once an industrial pier. Today, it’s a place where Washingtonians come to relax, shop, and play. Looking to visit? Here’s a plan of attack.
