wildlife and nature
Nova Scotia's Cliffs of Fundy are now a UNESCO Global GeoparkJul 14, 2020 • 3 min read
Canada gained its third UNESCO Global Geopark July 10, 2020 with the designation of Nova Scotia's Cliffs of Fundy
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wildlife and natureCanada's incredible 'spirit bears' are rarer than previously thoughtJul 14, 2020 • 3 min read
The white 'spirit bears' of British Columbia have long been celebrated. Now, new research reveals that they are even rarer than previously thought.
wildlife and natureDover's White Cliffs bloom with poppies and buzz with skylarks after rewildingJul 10, 2020 • 2 min read
The White Cliffs of Dover are blooming thanks to a major rewilding program. A series of meadows on top of the iconic chalk cliffs are alive with bright…
filmParis' new floating movie theater with socially-distanced boats is making wavesJul 10, 2020 • 2 min read
150 people will be chosen to watch a movie on the big screen, from the comfort of a private boat floating in the Bassin de la Villette canal.
wildlife and natureTake a trip to one of these stunning English lavender fields now open to visitorsJul 10, 2020 • 3 min read
Those who are looking for a perfect day trip may fancy a trip to one of the lavender farms in England.
shoppingThis thriving flea market is Europe's largest but its future may be under threatJul 9, 2020 • 2 min read
A visit to El Rastro in Madrid - the city's oldest, and Europe's largest, flea market - is almost obligatory for first-timers to the Spanish capital…
wildlife and natureHow wildlife is crossing the Trans-Mongolian Railroad for the first time in decadesJul 8, 2020 • 2 min read
A new wildlife-friendly fence corridor at the Trans-Mongolian Railroad is facilitating the safe passage of wildlife.
wildlife and natureA Canadian sparrow changed its tune - and the song went viral across the continentJul 8, 2020 • 2 min read
Using recordings collected over 20 years, male white-throated sparrows in Canada are found to be singing a new song.
wildlife and natureKoalas could face extinction in some regions of Australia by 2050Jul 7, 2020 • 2 min read
Wildfires, drought and the ongoing destruction of their habitat pose huge threats to the koala population.
photographyHow one artist's "anti-selfies" could change the way you look at travel photosJul 6, 2020 • 2 min read
Stefdies has subverted the standard travel selfie into a commentary on living in the now.
cruiseWould you go on a cruise with no stops?Jul 6, 2020 • 1 min read
The Norwegian cruise line Hurtigruten is returning to the waters, but with a big itinerary change: the ship won’t be stopping anywhere on the way.
wildlife and natureThese Galápagos tortoises have returned home after saving their speciesJul 6, 2020 • 2 min read
The Española tortoise breeding program closed in January, and six months later, the tortoises responsible for saving their species were returned to their…
wildlife and natureGaze over an Australian gorge from a skywalk 100 meters above groundJul 3, 2020 • 3 min read
Visitors can now take in the gorgeous views from a platform that stretches out into thin air.
wildlife and natureFarm stays are having a moment in the UK: here's 7 you can check outJul 3, 2020 • 3 min read
Blame it on the rise of cottagecore or restrictions on international travel but it seems the allure of getting back to nature has brought a wave of new…
wildlife and natureA buck moon lunar eclipse will be visible on the Fourth of JulyJul 2, 2020 • 2 min read
A penumbral lunar eclipse will be visible on 4 and 5 July in many parts of the world, providing skies are clear.
wildlife and natureExploring close to home could improve your mood, new research findsJun 30, 2020 • 2 min read
Although long-distance travel is still off the table for many, a new study suggests that exploring closer to home could be just as much of a mood boost.
train travelExplore the English countryside this summer on a new tourist train serviceJun 30, 2020 • 2 min read
New daily luxury tourist trains will provide an opprtunity to cyclists and walkers to explore the English countryside.
campingSleep in a geodesic dome at a new glamping spot in UtahJun 29, 2020 • 2 min read
A new glamping site has opened in Utah that sees guests sleeping in unique geodesic domes near to outdoor adventures.
photographyThe winners of the Creative Photo Awards will take you around the worldJun 29, 2020 • 0 min read
Enjoy a gallery of some of the winners of this year's Creative Photo Awards, which recognise the use of originality and imagination in some truly stunning…
wildlife and natureWatch giant brown bears catching salmon on the Katmai bear camJun 26, 2020 • 2 min read
The park is a critical habitat for brown bears and salmon and the bear cam is online 24 hours per day.
petsTemperatures at the Grand Canyon are so hot visitors are warned their shoes could meltJun 25, 2020 • 1 min read
The National Park Service is warning visitors to the Grand Canyon that extreme heat could pose dangers.
astrotourismThis company wants to send you to the edge of space in a balloonJun 25, 2020 • 2 min read
Space Perspective is aiming to launch its first test flight early next year.