The joy of train travel is often about the journey – unless you're at these revamped rail stations, where the destination is the prize. Train travel's golden age, which lasted from the mid-1800s...
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Certain things will make your jaw drop when you arrive in the Faroe Islands: the mountains, the sea view, and the cost of everything. It turns out that being located in the...
Driven by a blend of romanticism, climate consciousness and a desire for slow travel, night trains are gaining popularity across Europe.Recent months have seen notable expansions in this area, including the introduction...
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Dynamic, multi-cultural and hugely underrated, Malaysia is Southeast Asia's unsung tropical hero. Marrying tradition, nature and modernity, it's a country of space-age cityscapes, Islamic minarets and gilded Chinese shrines. It's a world...
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The Maldives might not be the world’s cheapest holiday destination, but it is possible to cut back on what you spend with some clever planning and a spot of compromise.For example, it'll...
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Have you ever had the itch to just put all your stuff in storage and move temporarily to another country? Yep. Same. This is exactly the feeling that draped over me last fall...
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So pretty that it inspired 2021's Disney movie Luca, Cinque Terre ("five lands") consists of five startlingly photogenic fishing villages on Italy's northwest coast, their candy-colored houses stacked down the sides of...
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Before the pandemic, only a small community of people worked remotely while traveling. However, the number of digital nomads has exploded ever since. The exact figure is hard to come by, but...
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The jump to remote work for many during the pandemic removed geographical barriers and provided greater flexibility in how and where we do our jobs; ushering in a new type of digital...
The Indonesian island of Bali is a sun-soaked paradise that attracts every type of traveler, from budget-conscious backpackers to luxury jet-setters.But – as with any destination – the vast majority of travelers...
As French cities go in the budget-travel stakes, Bordeaux measures up admirably. With a prestigious university at its helm since 1441, France’s sixth-largest city is one of the country’s most dynamic, cultured and...
Our slow travel series explores how you can take more mindful journeys by train, boat, bus, or bike – with tips on how to reach your destination without flying, and what to...
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Our slow travel series explores how you can take more mindful journeys by train, boat, bus or bike – with tips on how to reach your no-fly destination, and what to see...
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From cutting through the countryside to connecting a country’s great cities, the world’s best railway journeys offer entirely new perspectives on a destination. Train travel always delivers plenty of magic. Sometimes it’s...
With dozens of luxurious all-inclusive resorts and some of the most popular attractions in the Caribbean, a trip to Jamaica can be pricey. But it doesn’t have to be. Jamaica offers myriad experiences that...
With world-renowned beaches, mesmerizing bioluminescent bays and tropical rainforests, it’s no wonder Puerto Rico is growing in popularity among travelers.It's also a low-maintenance choice for many regarding travel admin – Puerto Rico...
Home to one of the most-visited archaeological sites in the world, diverse ecosystems and a gastronomic scene that’s been booming for over a decade, it’s not difficult to come across a traveler...
Panama spoils its visitors with cosmopolitan cities, incredible stretches of sand and wild countryside that is a gift to adventure tourism.But this doesn’t mean it’s only for those with deep pockets –...
Planning a trip to Australia? Whether you’re heading Down Under for a short break or extended working holiday, you’ll likely need a visa. Here’s your complete guide to filling out your paperwork for...
Whether you're visiting Lima as a destination in its own right or here for a brief stopover before heading on to Cuzco and the Andes, there’s no bad time of year to...
