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Shadowing schooners on a road trip along the Maine coastJan 31, 2020 • 16 min read
A slow-paced tour in the state takes in Portland’s food scene, Rockland's world-class museums, sailing on Penobscot Bay and walks in Acadia National Park.
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wildlife and natureDriving in the footsteps of Napoleon in the south of FranceJan 31, 2020 • 13 min read
A legendary road follows the emperor’s last epic journey from the Côte d’Azur to the Alps, through landscapes that remain off the beaten track today.
sportsA guide to Cardiff for rugby fansJan 30, 2020 • 8 min read
Heading to Cardiff for the rugby? Here’s our guide to the perfect game day in the city, from top breakfast spots to recommended post-game pub stops.
neighborhoodsHow to spend a perfect weekend in Plovdiv, BulgariaJan 30, 2020 • 4 min read
Until recently Plovdiv was almost unknown outside of Bulgaria, but now, Europe’s oldest city is finally trending. Here's how to spend a perfect weekend there.
tips and adviceUpgrade your next long-haul flight with these 14 Amazon productsJan 29, 2020 • 5 min read
There's no need to dread your next long flight. We scoured Amazon for the best products that will make your next long-haul flight a breeze.
historySpending diary: what my family spent on a 3-day trek to Machu PicchuJan 29, 2020 • 7 min read
Writer Mary Kearl and her family spent three days traveling to and around Machu Picchu, here's what they spent.
wildlife and natureHow to road trip the Pacific Northwest on a budgetJan 29, 2020 • 5 min read
From the bustle of big cities to serene moments in some of America’s most eye-popping parks, a Pacific Northwest road trip is an epic vacation.
budget travelHow one-way airline tickets can stretch your travel dollarsJan 29, 2020 • 9 min read
For a long time, no matter where you were headed, it was difficult and expensive to put together a trip itinerary using one-way travel. One-way tickets make…
historyFive unforgettable first-time experiences in IndiaJan 29, 2020 • 7 min read
From your first temple blessing to learning how to book train tickets, here’s our pick of the best firsts you can look forward to ahead of a trip to India.
air travelWhat are the worst seats on a plane - and how to avoid themJan 28, 2020 • 5 min read
These days, the best seats on the plane are often easy to identify: they have the heftiest surcharge, sometimes even more than your actual fare. But if…
shoppingThe 10 best things to do in San José's Barrio EscalanteJan 27, 2020 • 4 min read
A growing culinary scene, exciting nightlife and ample green spaces to relax, Barrio Escalante is quickly becoming the trendiest neighborhood in Costa Rica's…
artThe 10 most futuristic airports in the worldJan 26, 2020 • 5 min read
Here are ten breathtaking visions of the future that everyone with an affinity for technological innovation should have on their bucket list.
public transportWhy you should consider taking the bus to your European city breakJan 26, 2020 • 6 min read
Looking for a more sustainable European city break, Emily Frost travelled by bus from London to Krakow. Here's what she learned, and why she'd do it again.
nightclubsThis all-male underwater burlesque show making waves in Fort LauderdaleJan 24, 2020 • 3 min read
The Aquamen Underwater Burlesque Show, is a truly one-of-a-kind all-male performance held once a week at The Wreck Bar in Fort Lauderdale.
tips and adviceHow to road trip the Southwestern US on a budgetJan 22, 2020 • 5 min read
From the fun of Sin City to the jaw-dropping beauty of the national parks, this scenic route packs amazing sights and tastes into an affordable itinerary.
foodSomerset for foodies: the home of cheddar and cider brandyJan 22, 2020 • 5 min read
Home to Thatchers Cider and Yeo Valley, Somerset hosts delicious, familiar big names but there’s also cider brandy, and ancient spelt to discover...
history20 brand new experiences for your travel bucket list in 2020Jan 22, 2020 • 11 min read
Check out the places, attractions and box-fresh new experiences that will have their moment in the spotlight in 2020.
tips and adviceMoldova's hidden Wine Routes won't be secret much longerJan 22, 2020 • 5 min read
New Wine Routes, with maps, itineraries and guidance, will make it easier for independent travellers to explore the wineries and vineyards of Moldova
historyKansas City vs. San Francisco: which Super Bowl city is the better destination?Jan 21, 2020 • 3 min read
The Kansas City Chiefs will square off against the San Francisco 49ers in Superbowl LIV, but which city gets the edge when they go face-to-face.
family travelTest out the vanlife with these road-trip ready van rentalsJan 20, 2020 • 5 min read
These five van rental companies are well equipped to let road trippin’ travelers dive head first into a big adventure.
accessible travelWhy passport fees are just the first hurdle low-income travelers have to overcomeJan 19, 2020 • 4 min read
Despite the mass tourism movement, passports remain an expensive luxury for many would-be travellers around the globe living on a budget.
air travelA guide to the thumps, bumps and other sounds you hear on a flightJan 18, 2020 • 5 min read
Ever wondered why your airplane was making that sound? Curious as to what that whirr, rumble or even the noise of a barking dog (no really) from under…