A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
As with everywhere on this trip, we arrived in Rome in the dark cloak of night. Consequently, the next morning, we were pleasantly surprised when we looked around and saw the stunning rolling Roman hills beautifully contrasting that lovely blue sky!
I spent 24 hours in Cork City before embarking on a road trip around County Cork. It was my first time in Ireland’s second city, though I’m not a newcomer to the Emerald Isle – having spent time in West Cork, Kerry, Wexford, and Dublin. Ireland’s capital tends to steal the limelight, but laid-back gastro haven Cork City, I found, sits quite contentedly in its shadow.
Ischia is a small, but highly populated, volcanic island that is either one hour from Naples if you take the ferry, or 40 minutes by hydrofoil. However, it is highly recommended to avoid the hydrofoil for a more enjoyable experience.
There are plenty of summer days left on the horizon, and whether you’re traipsing to South Beach or lounging in Ibiza, our beach gear picks will help you make the most of them. From an ingenious blanket to a self-sifting bag to a cooler you can strap on your back, these nine items will have you beach-bound in no time.
For many, a day at the beach wouldn’t be the same without a sun lounger and parasol; the ice cream stalls, volleyball courts, and the steady stream of vendors peddling counterfeit sunglasses. However, for some, these elements are to be endured rather than enjoyed. If you belong to the latter category, consider seeking out a wild beach on your next trip. Alongside alluring rural surroundings and usually thinner crowds, these isolated coves often require an adventurous journey to reach them, whether trekking through dense jungle, steering a kayak through a tidal tunnel, or driving a 4WD—adding to the overall fun.
Few morning routines are complete without a vitalizing cup of coffee. If you’re a fan of mild, well-balanced beans, there’s a good chance the cup you’re drinking is Colombian coffee, produced in the country’s Coffee Triangle, also known as the Coffee Zone or Coffee Belt.
The water rippled as the wind picked up on the pond. I flicked my rod, watching the lure dance above the surface and back into the air — straight into a tree. Henry Hudson, who oversees adventures for Blue Sky and bears no relation to the explorer of the same name, laughed it off and pointed across the shore. “See how the waves are going toward that bank? That’s your spot right there.” I trudged in my waders through the last dregs of snowpack and cast. Nothing. Stick. Nothing. Cattail. Nothing. Nothing. Then resistance, a brief tug-of-war, and finally: a trout, iridescent and speckled, flopping in the net. I was elated. I sent my husband a photo — me dopey and grinning like a golden retriever, my fish slack-jawed and muscling against my grip, Henry Hudson smiling encouragingly over my shoulder — along with a message: “We have to move to Utah.”
‘Bonjour-hi!’ Montréal’s breezy, unofficial greeting is a fitting welcome to a city where French and English mingle in covered markets, cobblestone streets, and postage-stamp cafes. Montréal may be Québec’s metropolis, but it’s snipped into bite-sized neighborhoods, rewarding block-by-block discovery. It’s an explorer’s playground (and a gourmet jackpot). From the historic streets of the Old Port to Little Burgundy’s simmering restaurant scene, Montréal offers a trove of riverside paths, hipster bars, and street art worth craning your neck for. Here’s our guide to the perfect weekend in Montréal.
France is a brilliant country to explore, featuring many historic cities, as well as gorgeous regions like Provence and Brittany that are spectacular to visit. Not only that, but France also boasts some of the best beach holidays, making it an ideal coastline to discover while in Europe.
The challenge: You’re breezing through New York for one night and need to catch a flight to London the very next day. Can you see all the major sights and get a good feel for New York in the next 24 hours?
If you’re planning a trip to Hawaii, you’re not alone. The remote archipelago in the Pacific receives flights and ships full of tourists every day – nearly 10 million per year. That number is expected to continue to grow, but as visitor numbers rise so do environmental costs.
A land of sunshine, grapevine-covered hills, and more wineries than you could ever dream of, California Wine Country beckons wine lovers from all over the globe with its laid-back West Coast charm.
In this series documenting his attendance of the Hajj in 2019, GoTravelDaily writer Tharik Hussain shares his experience from the initial invitation through the pilgrimage itself and his reflections upon returning home to the UK. Read on for a special perspective on one of the most significant pilgrimages that unites Muslims of every ethnicity, social status, and culture in Mecca annually.
When most people envision summer in New York City, it’s often scenes of the bustling Manhattan streets covered with steam from the heat. However, there’s a plethora of fun to experience just a train ride away at the southern tip of Brooklyn. Coney Island—open from Memorial Day to Labor Day—is an essential part of the sweltering season in New York. Even if carnival rides aren’t your preference, the trip from Manhattan is well worth it for a beach getaway. Here’s how to maximize your day at Coney Island.
Amman is considered the most expensive city in the Arab world. Thankfully, it’s also home to affordable street eats (hello, fresh falafel for under one Jordanian dinar!) and a variety of fee-free activities. Whether you’re on a tight budget or prepared to splurge on your Jordan adventures, you won’t have to part with so much as a piastre to participate in these experiences.
Footie fanatic Matt Walker gave up his office job in June 2017 to embark on an almighty challenge: to watch a top-division football match in all 55 UEFA nations over the course of a single season.
Charming yet chaotic, hectic and holistic, Thailand’s capital offers a clash of contrasting experiences that make it mesmerizing. In a city that caters for all travel delights, deciding how to spend a perfect long weekend in Bangkok can be overwhelming. From the classic to the contemporary, we are here to guide you.
We live in a time of drag! Drag cabaret, drag karaoke, drag pole dancing, even drag aerobics classes, are popping up acrossLondon. However, nothing can compete with classic drag brunches.
In the second installment of GoTravelDaily writer Tharik Hussain’s Hajj diaries, he guides us through his family’s experience as they leave England for Saudi Arabia and prepare for his first performance of this ancient Islamic ritual. You can learn how his invitation to the Hajj came about in 2019 and what motivated him to embark on this sacred journey.
If you’re like me, the idea of camping is just a straight-up no. Sure, I love the outdoors and nature — I’m always down for a hike — but I don’t want to haul a tent and supplies to a campsite. Therefore, the next best thing is glamping.