Top 5 Essential Packing Tips from an Emirates Flight Attendant (Video Guide)
Get the most out of your suitcase with these smart hacks.
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The Joy of 24-Hour Mini Vacations: Why I Can’t Get Enough
And how it has changed the way I think about travel.
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How to Obtain a Second Passport Through Your Grandparents: Eligible Countries
Getting a new stamp in your passport can be exciting. While you may already possess a passport from your country of birth, you could also obtain another, especially if you have a grandparent (or in some cases even a great-grandparent) born outside your homeland.
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Discover 12 Fun-Filled Family Activities for Kids in Prague
Any parent — or obsessed aunt, like me — will tell you thattraveling with kidsis different. They needboatloads of gear— specific snacks, stuffed travel buddies, carriers, etc. — and they aren’t afraid to put up a fuss when faced with long lines or museums they deem boring.
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Experience the Resurgent Chesapeake Bay: Fall Adventures Await
In James Michener’s epic 1978 novel “Chesapeake,” a 16th-century Susquehannock named Pentaquod rows across the titular bay and wonders at “the immensity of this water, the way the fish jumped as if they were eager to be caught and tasted.” Nearly 500 years later, the Chesapeake Bay—an abundant estuary bisecting the state of Maryland—still ranks among the country’s natural wonders and serves as the source of one of its most underappreciated cuisines.
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The Ultimate Guide to Bonding with Dad: Take a Fly-Fishing Trip Together
“It’s so special you brought your dad,” Two Fish John, a dad himself (and a fly-fisherman who earned his new nickname by hooking two at once the day before) said as we sat at the bar before dinner atHubbard’s Yellowstone Lodgein Emigrant, Montana.
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Top Christmas Activities and Celebrations in Australia
Sure, a Christmas winter wonderland is magical, but have you thought about spending the festive season in Australia? From coast to coast, Christmas down under means summer sun, lazy days beachside, and, yes, shrimp on the barbie.
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Top 8 Unique Festivals in South India: From Cow Painting to Boat Races
You haven’t seen South India until you have experienced its vibrant festival scene. The five southern states – Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh – offer a rich variety of colorful celebrations. Moreover, the myriad cultures represented in this region ensure that there’s always something happening almost every month of the year.
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Discover the Timeless Charm of Porto Covo: A Serene Coastal Escape in Portugal
One writer finds her own private Portugal in Porto Côvo, a fishing village in the Alentejo.
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Flying East vs. West: Which is Faster? (Video Analysis)
Have you ever felt like your flight to an east coast city took way less time than a flight headed out west? You’re not alone.
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Top 8 Thrilling U.S. Adventures for Teenagers
San Luis Obispo County (fondly known as “SLO CAL”) lies mid-way between Los Angeles and San Francisco on California’s Central Coast. Boasting 315 days of sunshine and 80 miles of exquisite coastline, it’s no surprise the area is widely considered among the happiest places on the planet. It’s also home to a treasure trove of adrenaline-fueled adventures, likeparaglidingalong the coast and darting across wind-swept natural sand dunes in a dune buggy atOceano Dunes, the only California State Park that allows off-roading on the beach.
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Top 10 Must-Visit Spots in Kadıköy, Istanbul
Artsy, eclectic Istanbullus flock to the city’s once-sleepy Asian side and its lively cafes, galleries, bars, shops, and restaurants. For visitors staying near the historic sights of Sultanahmet, a scenic ferry ride across continents is all it takes to join them. The central parts of the Kadıköy district are the hub of all this activity with densely packed markets, relaxed tree-lined streets, and eye-catching walls filled with large-scale works byMural Istanbulartists as well as politically tinged graffiti. Here’s where to start your explorations of Istanbul’s “other side”.
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Travel Effortlessly with Our Essential Hat Clip
I am a big fan of bringing hats with me when I travel. As I’ve gotten older and wiser about skin care, I’ve realized hats are crucial for keeping the sun off of my face at the beach or while cruising around sightseeing all day. However, what I’m decidedlynota fan of is the constant dilemma of how to pack a hat and what to do with it when you’re indoors or just don’t want to wear it.
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Top Islands to Explore in the Stockholm Archipelago
With endless dining options and ample things to do, you will find it easy to spend your entire time in Stockholm exploring the city, indulging in local cuisine, and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere. However, while savoring delicious meals in thisfoodie-friendly citymay be delightful, you would be missing a significant aspect of Swedish culture if you overlook the chance to venture out onto the water. The picturesque surroundings, including smoked salmon and boats gliding past Gamla Stan (the Old Town), highlight the essential role that water plays in the city’s identity. A trip to the nearby archipelago transports you to a tranquil world that feels entirely different from the bustling capital.
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Epic Queensland Road Trip: Discover Rainforest and Great Barrier Reef
You’re high up and behind the wheel of a four-wheel-drive vehicle, built for adventure. A seemingly endless jungle is to your left, while on your right is a view out to the Coral Sea. Heading toward a forest that’s existed for more than 150 million years, the view ahead as you travel the Great Barrier Reef Drive makes this an Aussie road trip of a lifetime — it’s where the rainforest meets the reef.
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Top Reasons to Visit Byron Bay and the Blue Mountains in Australia
I found myself lost inBlue Mountains National Park, and I hadn’t even left my hotel. For the first hour in theHydro Majestic Hotel, a sumptuous Art Deco warren about 90 minutes west of Sydney, my hometown, I wandered wide-eyed from one theatrical setting to the next, savoring the glass-domed lobby and quirky murals from the 1920s that depict both medieval knights and outback safaris. However, even amid the Gatsbyesque flourishes, it was the sweeping vistas of the Megalong Valley, considered the Grand Canyon ofAustralia, that were the most captivating. Looking out at the atavistic expanse — which was, as the name promised, bathed in azure eucalyptus haze — I expected a pterodactyl to sweep into view.
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Discover Adelaide: Australia’s Premier Food and Wine Destination
The revolutionaries of the South Australia wine industry have started to grow up, if not exactly mellow out.
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Explore and Contribute to the Great Barrier Reef Conservation Efforts
A hidden universe of spectacular marine life awaits under the surface and above a 1,400-mile stretch of Australia’s northeastern coastline. Listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO since 1981, the Great Barrier Reef is an awe-inspiring destination that offers visitors a profound connection to nature.
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Experience Andrea Bocelli’s Vineyard in Tuscany and Record in His Studio
The church bells begin to ring and I look up, admiring the picture-perfect, honey-hued chapel perched on a hill in the middle of Valdera, an area 30 minutes outside Pisa. The sun is hot, and other than the bells and the steady buzz of cicadas, it’s quiet. In front of me, the sunflower-spotted hills of Tuscany dip and dive like notes on the endless musical scores found in the recording studio I’m about to enter.
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