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Strike a pose at the Denver Selfie MuseumFeb 19, 2020 • 2 min read
Over the past few years, we’ve seen a Google app that pairs selfies with famous works of art, considered selfie seating at popular sites to prevent accidents,…
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wildlife and natureHow an app helped rescuers locate missing hikers on Scotland’s Ben NevisFeb 19, 2020 • 2 min read
An app has helped a group of hikers stranded during a blizzard on a Scottish mountain share their exact location with rescuers.
historySee the incredible colours of this year's Venice CarnivalFeb 18, 2020 • 0 min read
February is the month of Venice Carnival, and you can see some pictures from the first two weekends in this gallery.
wildlife and natureStep into a kaleidoscope of orchids at the New York Botanical GardenFeb 18, 2020 • 2 min read
The Orchid Show: Jeff Leatham’s Kaleidoscope in New York showcases the flowers' exquisite shapes, colors and fragrances.
photographyThe stars are letting down their guard at this NY photo exhibitionFeb 18, 2020 • 2 min read
Some images are so ingrained in the cultural memory that it’s easy to forget where they originated, but with a New York gallery exhibition dedicated to her…
cruiseThis river cruise in France takes you to a Michelin-starred restaurant every dayFeb 18, 2020 • 1 min read
A six-night river cruise in France will take you to a different Michelin-star restaurant every night of the week.
wildlife and natureAustralia's devastating bushfires have finally been contained in NSWFeb 17, 2020 • 2 min read
Positive news has emerged that all bush and grass fires in New South Wales are now contained, helped by recent rainfall.
wildlife and natureSee Mars disappear behind the moon in a lunar occultationFeb 17, 2020 • 2 min read
The moon will pass in front of Mars on 18 February causing what is called a lunar occultation.
cruiseAnother Golden Girls cruise is kicking off in 2021 and seats are booking up fastFeb 17, 2020 • 2 min read
With this year's Golden Girls Florida cruise selling out, the company that runs it has announced another outing for 2021, with tickets on sale now.
wildlife and natureThese are the most Instagrammable forests in the worldFeb 16, 2020 • 2 min read
If you're looking for the perfect spot to adorn your social media feeds, here are the most Instagrammable forests.
national parksAcadia National Park is introducing a timed reservation system for visitorsFeb 13, 2020 • 2 min read
Due to issues with traffic management, Acadia National Park wll be trialling its new reservation system this autumn.
sustainable travelThis eye-catching electric tricycle quickly transforms into a micro camperFeb 13, 2020 • 2 min read
German manufacturer Elektro Frosch has unveiled an environmentally-friendly electric scooter with a camper on the back.
national parksAustralia’s newest national park is a biodiverse marine wonderlandFeb 12, 2020 • 2 min read
The Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park consists of 105 islands surrounded by tropical coral and crystalline, unspoilt waters.
wildlife and natureWhere to spot gray whales along along the Pacific coast as migration season gets in full swingFeb 11, 2020 • 2 min read
It's migration season for gray whales and the Pacific coast is ripe for wildlife-spotting opportunities right now, as the majestic creatures make their…
cruiseStay in the officers’ quarters on this unique cruise shipFeb 10, 2020 • 2 min read
Windstar Cruises is known for its Open Bridge policy, where guests can wander onto the bridge day or night and chat navigation and constellations. Now a…
sustainable travelElectric scooters may soon become legal in LondonFeb 10, 2020 • 2 min read
Following in the tracks of many other European cities, London may soon allow electric scooters to be used as a mode of transport.
wildlife and naturePeru plans new Machu Picchu routes for 2020Feb 10, 2020 • 1 min read
Peru is beginning work on new alternative routes to Machu Picchu this year in an effort to diversify the experience and integrate the local community.
national parksRegistration is now open for Yellowstone National Park’s summer field seminars 2020Feb 10, 2020 • 1 min read
Yellowstone has opened registration for a range of interesting and education experiences taking place across the park this summer.
cruiseHow the coronavirus outbreak is impacting cruises around the worldFeb 10, 2020 • 2 min read
As the coronavirus death toll surpasses that of the of 2003 SARS outbreak, the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has imposed new restrictions on…
sportsThese are the cheapest capital cities in which to hire a car in EuropeFeb 10, 2020 • 2 min read
If the idea of driving in Europe appeals to you, you may be interested in the cheapest car hire rates in capital cities.
cruiseThe world's first polar art exhibit heads to the Arctic this AprilFeb 9, 2020 • 2 min read
This spring’s hottest art exhibit will travel to some of the world’s coldest places.
campingIt’s now easier than ever to rent a camper van to explore SpainFeb 8, 2020 • 2 min read
Camplify instantly connects caravan, campervan and motorhome owners with prospective renters in Spain, Australia and the UK.