beaches
Some Mediterranean beaches are reopening: here's what you need to knowMay 20, 2020 • 2 min read
New protocols have been put in place around beaches now that lockdown restrictions are easing across Europe.
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family travelHotels in Spain are allowed to reopen to guests as lockdown easesMay 20, 2020 • 6 min read
As the lockdown in Spain eases, some hotels are starting to reopen.
campingEngland’s campsites and holiday parks are set to re-open in JulyMay 20, 2020 • 1 min read
With staycations on everyone's mind, English campsites will open with reduced capacity to facilitate social distancing.
hikingMount Fuji will be closed to climbers this summerMay 19, 2020 • 1 min read
For the first time in 60 years, Japan's Mount Fuji will remain closed this summer.
wildlife and natureThese glass cabins in Iceland are the perfect solution for stargazing in the time of social distancingMay 15, 2020 • 2 min read
A stunning glass cabin in Iceland is made for cosying up in bed and stare for hours at the wonders of the night sky.
cruiseNorwegian Cruise Line warns of financial woes amid COVID-19 pandemicMay 14, 2020 • 3 min read
Norwegian Cruise Line is facing serious financial woes amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
photographyCountries around the world begin to emerge from lockdownMay 13, 2020 • 0 min read
Social distancing and many other measures are being put in place to ensure health and hygiene standards are maintained to prevent the spread of Covid-19.
wildlife and nature"New Big 5" project wants to change how we think about wildlife conservationMay 13, 2020 • 3 min read
The "New Big 5" project is taking aim at the old idea of the big five in wildlife – traditionally the targets of trophy hunters.
wildlife and natureA seahorse biologist has won the world’s top animal conservation awardMay 12, 2020 • 2 min read
Dr. Amanda Vincent is the first marine conservationist to win the Indianapolis Prize, which recognizes conservationists.
petsGet inspired by this epic van conversion for a woman and her four dogsMay 12, 2020 • 2 min read
Customisation company Freedom Vans created a camper van that allows the owner to monitor the temperature for her pets while she is away.
photographySee the most incredible architecture around the world in these award-winning imagesMay 8, 2020 • 1 min read
Among the more than 10,000 images submitted on the Agora Images app, fifty finalists (and one winner) were chosen as the best #Architecture2020 photos.
sportsListen to local music as you 'drive' through your favourite city with this new appMay 6, 2020 • 2 min read
Travel has taken a back seat for now but our wanderlust can still be satisfied with digital tours of far-flung places, virtual museum exhibitions,…
wildlife and natureAfter the bushfires, koalas in Australia are returning to the wildMay 5, 2020 • 3 min read
The marsupials were hit particularly hard by the fires, but some of the burn victims are recovering faster than expected.
national parksAirstream brings the beauty of Yellowstone National Park to your living roomMay 5, 2020 • 1 min read
A new content program has been unveiled that brings the beauty of Yellowstone National Park to the screens of people all over the world.
cruiseCarnival Cruise Line announces it will resume service August 1stMay 4, 2020 • 4 min read
One of the world's biggest cruise lines is already planning several US departures at the end of the summer.
hostelsMissing your backpacking days? Why not adopt a hostel?May 4, 2020 • 2 min read
A campaign aims to help save the hostel industry from the devastating financial effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
sustainable travelThe cities aiming to become bike and pedestrian-friendly after lockdownMay 4, 2020 • 2 min read
Officials in Milan, Paris and Berlin are working to make their cities more bike and pedestrian-friendly after lockdown.
wildlife and natureThis Japanese aquarium is begging people to video chat with their shy eelsMay 2, 2020 • 3 min read
Tokyo's Sumida Aquarium is hosting a "Face-Showing Festival" on May 3rd so people can help re-socialize their socially anxious garden eels.
musicAmoeba Music record store is closing its famous Sunset Blvd location for goodMay 1, 2020 • 3 min read
The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing Amoeba Music to close its Sunset Boulevard location early in hopes of surviving long enough to move to a new spot in Hollywood.
wildlife and natureWatch dolphins swim through glowing bioluminescent waters off the California coastMay 1, 2020 • 2 min read
Locals in Southern California were treated to the natural wonder of the waves glowing bright blue. Some were even lucky to get up close with wildlife.
petsThis adorable dog is taking people on virtual hikes through the Swiss countrysideMay 1, 2020 • 2 min read
Rasta, a fluffy White Swiss Shepherd, has become an Instagram star through his virtual treks through Switzerland with his owner Sylvia.
wildlife and natureEnjoy these gorgeous wildflower blooms from around the world onlineApr 30, 2020 • 2 min read
Many areas around the world are carpeted in colourful wildflower blooms and lots of them can be enjoyed online.