Exploring the Natural Wonders of Hawaiʻi Island
I was driving over Mauna Kea when the sheer size of the island that cradles it dawned on me. It was like a light bulb had illuminated just howbigthe island of Hawaiʻi really is.
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Choosing the Perfect Wheels for an Iconic Road Trip
There’s nothing quite like the freedom of the open road – whether it’s a Sunday drive through the timeless back roads of the English countryside or a continent-spanning overland epic, you’ll need to pick the perfect motor to get the most out of the trip.
Experience a Night of Communal Living on an Israeli Kibbutz
From the 1950s to 1970s, Israeli socialist communes called kibbutzim attracted idealist volunteers yearning to get back to nature. Everyone shared everything, from cars to income to babies born on-site, who were raised with other children their own age, away from their parents, in the so-called children’s house. Today, after an exodus and then the return of the kibbutz youth, these projects have, ironically, gone capitalist.
Top Brunch Places in Valencia You Can’t Miss
While in Spain, breakfast typically means a hair-raising coffee and sugary pastry; however, brunch is when the day’s eating really begins. In Valencia,almuerzois especially sacred – a cherished mid-morning meal that is about more than just satisfying hunger.
Top 5 Must-Do Day Trips from St. Petersburg
A single trip is nowhere near enough to truly appreciate the splendour of St Petersburg. However, even a first-time visitor should consider a quick escape from Russia’s imperial capital to the nearby parks, palaces, and medieval towns that are integral to its cultural circle. Easily accessed by car, public transport, or tourist bus, the following destinations never fail to impress with their history and grandeur.
Unforgettable After-Dark Adventures: The Strangest and Most Wonderful Experiences
First out of the door, it’s often thought the early riser gets the most out of their trip – exploring a destination in full effect. As the old saying goes, the early bird catches the worm.
Top 6 Must-Try Sydney Dishes and Best Places to Sample Them
One of the joys of travel is tasting the cuisine of a new land, and Australian food offers a cornucopia of superb ingredients deftly handled by a foodie community that is passionate about quality and flavour. Here are six unique Australian flavours, and the best places to sample them, all located in inner Sydney.
Experience Atlanta Like a Local: Essential Insider Tips
GoTravelDaily Local Ni’Kesia Pannell has been living in Atlanta for more than five years. Although her writing career brought her to the Peach State from Orlando, the city’s true southern charm has kept her around. From snickerdoodles to stunning hikes to budget-friendly steak nachos, there’s much to discover, see, do, and eat in and around the Hollywood of the South.
Experience Cairo Like a Local: Ultimate Guide
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Discover Havana’s Vibrant Nightlife in Cuba’s Capital
When the seemingly endless sunny days finally come to an end, locals take to the Havana streets. Nightlife in Cuba’s capital is best enjoyed under the moonlight, where cocktails include plenty of ice and fruity flavors with mint leaves.
Explore the Unseen Beauty of Eritrea: Is It Time to Visit?
Despite a wealth of archaeological ruins, stunning Red Sea coastline, and one of the world’s greatest concentrations of largely-forgotten art deco architecture, the small country of Eritrea on the Horn of Africa hasn’t received much attention in tourism circles. However, that is about to change.
Surfing Paradise and Rich Heritage on Sumba Island, Indonesia
Just a 50-minute flight from Bali’s sleek beach clubs, juice bars, and yoga studios, Sumba provides a satisfying contrast. An island of raw, natural beauty where an ancient animist religion still thrives, Sumba is twice Bali’s size but receives a mere sliver of its tourism. From empty beaches worthy of glossy magazine covers and vibrant spear-throwing festivals to world-class surfing and a sense of remoteness that’s increasingly hard to find, these are just some of the reasons you should consider a visit.
Discover Bermuda: The Ultimate Island Escape and More
“So, what took you so long to come to Bermuda?” My husband, Rob, and I were sitting at the handsome wood-paneled bar of the Rosewood Bermuda, and the bartender, Owen Lightbourne, was ever-so-politely calling us out. We’d just arrived at the palatial resort, which sits a stone’s throw from sprawling estates owned by notable figures. There are four pools, a croquet lawn, and sweeping ocean views. Our room wasn’t ready yet, so we were killing time while our toddler, Bobby, happily ran between our seats.
Discover Majestic Roadside Attractions in Shenandoah Valley
West of Washington DC, Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley is a picture-perfect realm of history-filled villages, apple orchards, and breathtaking mountain scenery. However, throughout this noble green valley, you’ll also find some unexpected sights, including the world’s largest musical instrument and a larger-than-life Johnny Appleseed. Consequently, some of these stranger-than-fiction quirky attractions have to be seen to be believed, so get packing.
Savor New Orleans’ Culinary Heritage: A Journey Through Food and Drink
Yes, the food and drink scene in New Orleans is unparalleled, but if you come to the city and consume beignets and Bourbon St (or Sazeracs and Galatoire’s) without context, you’re missing out. From the moment that France’s Duc D’Orleans gave the colony charter to John Law, a smooth-talking Scottish lawyer, the Big Easy has been a hodgepodge of nationalities and influences. Three hundred years of intertwined traditions from France, Spain, the Caribbean, Africa and even Vietnam have resulted in some truly unique cultural and culinary offerings. Intensify the flavor of your present-day adventure by understanding the past.
Ultimate Guide to Exploring the Tunisian Sahara Desert
Long a popular winter sun destination for Europeans, Tunisia’s resorts and beaches often come with locals leading brightly saddled camels for tourists to ride next to the sea. However, it’s easy to plan an even bigger adventure in far more epic surroundings. Head towards Tunisia’s other great expanse of sand in the country’s deep south, which fringes the Grand Erg Oriental, an endless expanse of wind-sculpted Saharan dunes.
Top Base Towns in the Alpine Foothills for Outdoor Adventures in Europe
Whether hiking on trails with altitude, rafting foaming rivers, tearing downhill on a mountain bike or skis, or paragliding above peaks, the Alps will have you itching to get outdoors. Rippling 1200km from France to Slovenia and topping out at 4810m Mont Blanc, these mountains certainly impress. Choose your base town wisely for an adventure of the highest order.
Innovative Travel Gear Reviews: Essential Kits for Adventurers
Travel is all about discovering the new, surprising, and slightly surreal. And so it is with travel equipment.
Discover Why Vietnam is the Ultimate Train Travel Destination, According to a Travel Photographer
In college, I studied American history. The Vietnam War is an integral part of that story, and it has always been a prominent event in my mind.