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A cosy new glamping resort has opened near Acadia National ParkAug 21, 2020 • 2 min read
A new luxury glamping resort with personal fire pits and outdoor showers has opened in Bar Harbor near Acadia National Park in Maine.
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hotelsThis tiny flat-pack cabin can be transformed into a vacation homeAug 21, 2020 • 2 min read
Whether you’re craving extra space in quarantine or shopping for a vacation home to take to the woods, this Hungarian architecture and design company believes…
sustainable travelThe European train journeys that are even faster than flyingAug 20, 2020 • 2 min read
At the dawn of a new decade, more travellers are looking for ways to reduce the carbon footprint of their adventures, but time and money are still the two…
hotelsSome hotels are offering COVID-19 tests during check-out to reassure guestsAug 19, 2020 • 2 min read
The accommodation providers are hoping that these additional measures, in most cases administered at the guest’s expense but occasionally provided for free,…
historyCenturies-old wooden castle in Japan opens for overnight stays for the first time everAug 19, 2020 • 2 min read
For the first time ever, a historic castle in Japan has opened its doors for stays. If that wasn’t enough, guests are greeted with an extravagant ceremony.
luxuryOwn your own pink fairytale castle in Scotland, it even has a labyrinth and a poolAug 19, 2020 • 2 min read
The Grade A-listed Castle of Park in Aberdeenshire's foundations date back to 1242 and it has eight bedrooms.
road tripsKevin Costner's new travel app will narrate your next American road tripAug 18, 2020 • 2 min read
HearHere tells travelers the stories of the people, places and histories of the land they're traveling through.
petsPipsqueak the dachshund reunites with her family after a worldwide odysseyAug 18, 2020 • 3 min read
Due to COVID-19, Pipsqueak the dachshund spent months away from her family, with restrictions making travel impossible. Now she is finally home.
wildlife and natureHow these digital nomads are helping travelers embrace the van life movementAug 17, 2020 • 5 min read
Best friends Kristen Bor and Linda Romero have embraced van life, spending half the year working remotely from their camper vans.
foodMissing airplane food? These companies will sell it to you at homeAug 17, 2020 • 2 min read
Surplus airplane meals and snacks have become available to buy because COVID-19 has grounded so many flights.
air travelThese types of masks have been banned on American AirlinesAug 14, 2020 • 2 min read
Face shields, face coverings with exhaust valves and those made with materials such as mesh or lace are forbidden.
tips and adviceYou can now apply for Estonia's new digital nomad visaAug 13, 2020 • 2 min read
As the coronavirus pandemic has forced companies to rethink their policies on remote work, Estonia has launched a new digital nomad visa.
air travelThis airline will take you on a flight over AntarcticaAug 12, 2020 • 1 min read
The trips will take place on Boeing 787 Dreamliner planes and are only open to passengers from Australia.
train travelAmtrak is offering 2-for-1 tickets on its sleeper trainsAug 12, 2020 • 1 min read
Amtrak is offering its private rooms at a discounted price for those eager to get away on a train journey.
filmThe world’s last Blockbuster is available to rent on AirbnbAug 11, 2020 • 2 min read
A Blockbuster store in Oregon will be listed on Airbnb for three individual, one-night reservations in September.
campingThis handy unit will transform your car into a camper in a matter of minutesAug 11, 2020 • 2 min read
With planes ground, hotels closed and international travel restrictions in place, road trips have become a popular and safe form of travel this year,…
campingThis new service wants to help you rent out your campervanAug 11, 2020 • 2 min read
It aims to bridge the gap between supply and current demand for safe and sustainable recreational vehicles.
air travelThis airport became the world's busiest during pandemic-era travelAug 10, 2020 • 2 min read
The coronavirus pandemic has reshuffled the list of the world’s busiest airports and given rise to a surprise top result.
hotelsThis Italian hotel has a new Tolkien-esque Hobbit holeAug 7, 2020 • 1 min read
The Apfelhotel Torgglerhof in South Tyrol recently underwent a revamp and expansion process that gifted it with uniquely designed structures, including a…
wineThis floating wine barrel provides a unique glamping experienceAug 7, 2020 • 1 min read
Airbnb has no shortage of unique places to stay, so what about sleeping in a wine barrel as it floats placidly along a Canadian river?
public transportCommuters can sail to work in London with Uber BoatAug 6, 2020 • 2 min read
Uber Boat is a new service that launched this week to offer London commuters an alternative to the often jam-packed Tube.
air travelSouthwest will stop cleaning armrests and seat belts between flightsAug 6, 2020 • 1 min read
The new procedures are in response to an increase in flight scheduling and minimizing turnaround time between flights.