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May 27, 20202 min read

Photographer spends time exploring the world’s historic underground spaces

TOPSHOT - People attend a press visit of the immersive exhibition "Nuit Etoilée" devoted to painter Vincent Van Gogh by multimedia artist Gianfranco Iannuzzi, on February 8, 2019, at "l'Atelier des Lumieres", the first Digital Art Centre in Paris. - The Art center will host an immersive exhibition "Nuit Etoilée" devoted to painter Vincent Van Gogh by multimedia artist Gianfranco Iannuzzi from february 22 to December 31, 2019. (Photo by Lionel BONAVENTURE / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY MENTION OF THE ARTIST UPON PUBLICATION - TO ILLUSTRATE THE EVENT AS SPECIFIED IN THE CAPTION (Photo credit should read LIONEL BONAVENTURE/AFP via Getty Images)

May 27, 20202 min read

Immersive Van Gogh exhibit heads to Toronto as a temporary drive-in experience

Tourists in Banff town.

May 27, 20201 min read

The Canadian mountain town of Banff is re-opening to visitors

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May 27, 20202 min read

Party in the PPE suit designed to protect wearers while clubbing

Karpaz Region of Northern Cyprus has beautiful nature and beaches. It is populer tourist destination in Cyprus.

May 27, 20202 min read

Cyprus to reopen to tourism in June as no new virus cases reported

7 Line Subway train in Queens with Manhattan skyline, New York City

May 26, 202011 min read

"Places always surprise me" – Author Porochista Khakpour on traveling during historic moments

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May 26, 20205 min read

The lavish Californian holiday homes we wish we were vacationing in

25 May 2020, Greece, Athen: Guests sit in a cafe in the center. Greece relaxes measures imposed because of the Corona pandemic. Taverns, bars and cafes had reopened nationwide. Photo: Socrates Baltagiannis/dpa (Photo by Socrates Baltagiannis/picture alliance via Getty Images)

May 26, 20202 min read

Restaurants and cafes reopen as Greece prepares to welcome tourists

Ribeira, the old town of Porto, Portugal

May 26, 20202 min read

You'll only be able to visit Portugal (for now) if you're from one of these countries

Nijubashi Bridge in Tokyo, Japan.

May 26, 20202 min read

Japan proposes incentives for domestic tourists to boost travel

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May 26, 20202 min read

George RR Martin wants to restore a historic railroad in Santa Fe

ORLANDO, USA - JANUARY 05, 2017: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Orlando. Universal Studios Orlando is a theme park resort in Orlando, Florida.

May 26, 20202 min read

Universal Studios to open Orlando theme parks in June

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May 26, 20201 min read

Take a look at the Italian piazza set up for social distancing

Z-Triton

May 26, 20202 min read

This tiny electric camper transforms into a tricycle and a boat

Mature Female Passenger Reading Magazine While Sitting In Airplane

May 25, 20204 min read

Check the seat pocket in front of you: can in-flight magazines survive COVID-19?

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May 25, 20202 min read

Craving Caribbean sunshine? Saint Lucia planning phased reopening on 4 June

Fern trees near the coast on Stewart Island.

May 25, 20202 min read

Tour operators on New Zealand's Stewart Island offer pay-what-you-like adventures

May 25, 20202 min read

Matt Damon’s luxury Irish Airbnb is up for rent again soon

Traditional Gondola on Canal Grande with Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute in the background, Venice, Italy

May 25, 20202 min read

Venice gondola service returns as lockdown restrictions ease in Italy

Auckland,New Zealand - March 3,2016 : People can seen exploring and relaxing around Piha beach,which is located at the West Coast in Auckland,New Zealand..

May 25, 20207 min read

When can I travel again? How different countries are preparing for the return of tourism

Valletta skyline, Malta.

May 25, 20202 min read

Travel corridors proposed as Asia and the Baltics get moving – and Malta could be next

A Qatar Airways plane prepares to land at Khartoum International airport © ASHRAF SHAZLY/AFP via Getty Images)

May 22, 20201 min read

Qatar Airways launches unlimited flight change policy

NEW YORK CITY - APRIL 6: The New Yankees Stadium on April 6th, 2012. It was achieved in 2009 and costed $ 1.5 bn. Home of the Yankees it is situated in the Bronx and can host 50000 for Baseball Games

May 22, 20202 min read

New York to host summer series of drive-in festivals near Yankee Stadium

Piazza San Marco at sunrise in Venice, Italy.
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May 22, 20206 min read

6 bucket list destinations at risk of disappearing due to climate change

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May 22, 20202 min read

Pod of 60 dolphins spotted in a Waikato river

Buenos Aires, Argentina

May 22, 20206 min read

Virtual Vacation: Argentina

Rome, archaeological investigations following the opening of a hole in Piazza della Rotonda in front of the Pantheon have unearthed the ancient pavement of the imperial era. Pictured is the archaeological excavation site. (Photo by: Alessandro Serrano'/AGF/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

May 22, 20202 min read

Sinkhole opens in front of the Pantheon exposing ancient Roman pavements

Fira town on Santorini island, Greece. Incredibly romantic sunrise on Santorini. Oia village in the morning light. Amazing sunset view with white houses. Island lovers. 3 Blue domes

May 22, 20204 min read

Virtual Vacation: Greece

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May 22, 20202 min read

Hawaii is enforcing 14-day self-quarantines with single-use hotel keys

Long exposure of waves at sunset, Pancake Rocks

May 22, 20202 min read

New Zealand mulls a four-day work week to boost domestic tourism

Vendors and shoppers at Kituku market on the shores of Lake Kivu in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, April 2, 2020. Many Congolese survive on their daily earnings and cannot afford to follow health advisories on maintaining social distance.

May 22, 20202 min read

An award-winning photographer is telling the story of the Democratic Republic of Congo with help from locals

Bixby Bridge, California

May 21, 20209 min read

The ultimate guide to road tripping California's Pacific Coast Highways

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May 21, 20202 min read

Qatar Airways staff will wear disposable full body suits during flights

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May 21, 20206 min read

This home decor will transport you to the destinations of your dreams

"Scenic view of sea at sunset, Greece"

May 21, 20202 min read

Greece uses drones to monitor social distancing at beaches

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May 21, 20202 min read

These antimicrobial phone cases help keep your device clean

May 21, 20204 min read

These are the 10 most wish-listed Airbnbs for future travel

The tea ceremony. The woman pours hot water into the teapot with tea

May 21, 20205 min read

Take a tea tour around the world with these six traditional brews

Frankfurt International Airport

May 21, 20204 min read

Which airlines are resuming international flights this summer?

April 29, 2018: The Robot statue in an open garden space at the Ghibli museum.

May 21, 20202 min read

Discover the Ghibli Museum through video tours

Firenze, Italy - beautiful architecture and city of Florence during a sunny day in summer.

May 20, 20202 min read

This museum is offering wearable social distancing gadgets to visitors

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May 20, 20202 min read

Some Mediterranean beaches are reopening: here's what you need to know

Parthenon at night on Acropolis at Athens Greece

May 20, 20202 min read

The Acropolis is open to visitors after being closed for two months

Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. Spain's hotels begin to reopen as lockdown eases.

May 20, 20206 min read

Hotels in Spain are allowed to reopen to guests as lockdown eases

May 20, 20201 min read

England’s campsites and holiday parks are set to re-open in July

The back of a young woman walking and walking along the pedestrian street in the evening in Bangkok, Thailand, travelers and tourists.

May 19, 20206 min read

Virtual Vacation: Thailand

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May 19, 20202 min read

Supermodel Naomi Campbell wore a hazmat suit and face shield on a flight

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May 19, 20202 min read

Copenhagen's famed Noma restaurant will reopen as a burger and wine bar

Dr. Vincent dives in damaged habitats to figure out what to do for species and spaces that are at risk.

May 19, 20205 min read

Why this globetrotting seahorse expert won the 2020 Indianapolis Prize

Collection of travel instant photos

May 19, 20205 min read

'One day I'll go back to these wonderful places' - How holiday photos make us feel more connected

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 29: Oprah speaks onstage during 'Oprah's 2020 Vision: Your Life in Focus Tour' presented by WW (Weight Watchers Reimagined) at The Forum on February 29, 2020 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images)

May 19, 20202 min read

Oprah Winfrey is hosting a new virtual wellness experience

MOUNT FUJI, YAMANASHI, JAPAN - JULY 17, 2016 : Crowds of climbers are climbing to the summit of Mount Fuji in Chubu region, Honshu, Japan.

May 19, 20201 min read

Mount Fuji will be closed to climbers this summer

Beuatiful nature of Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway.

May 19, 20202 min read

The archipelago of Svalbard will reopen from June, but only to Norwegians

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May 18, 20201 min read

Make the most of your time at home with Lonely Planet’s free eBooks

Man cooking in the kitchen while reading a recipe of a digital tablet

May 18, 20202 min read

This site enables you to take virtual cooking classes with international chefs

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May 18, 20202 min read

Here's how to celebrate Beethoven's 250th birthday in Bonn

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May 18, 20202 min read

International air travel may not return to normal until 2023

Justine at Nemrut Dağ in Turkey

May 18, 20204 min read

“We were all in a state of wonder”: Globe Trekker host Justine Shapiro reflects on the show

Woman Outside Tent

May 18, 20204 min read

This is the year to plan the perfect camping vacation

May 18, 20202 min read

Museums are thinking about how to add the coronavirus pandemic to their collections

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