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Between 2019 and 2023, the number of walkers just on Spain and Portugal’s Camino de Santiago, a Christian pilgrimage leading to the purported tomb of St. James the Apostle, increased by nearly...
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Fast-moving vehicles have transformed the way we explore the world. Zipping from one place to the next, leaving barely enough time to breathe let alone take in the culture of a new...
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How I customized my tripI’m grateful to the JourneyWoman readers who provided lots of ideas to help me see the best parts of Ireland and Scotland that weren’t part of the original...
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Does the idea of switching off your phone, opting out of social media, and leaving your bucket list in the back of a drawer fill you with hope or dismay? If it’s...
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Travelers have had it good the last few years: Domestic flight prices within the U.S. are as low as we can remember. And yet it'll still likely be a better deal to...
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Expert Advice from Our Community: Safety, Packing, and Practical TipsCurated from our Facebook Group and Email Tips This month, we’re highlighting reader tips centred on safety, light packing, and practical travel strategies—ideal...
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October 5, 2023. I stop for a few sips of water, sweat trickling between my shoulder blades. I don’t want to know how red my face is. My husband, Jon, is a...
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Our travel guide is updated as soon as a new European strike is announced. ADVERTISEMENTStrikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and...
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Our travel guide is updated as soon as a new European strike is announced. ADVERTISEMENTStrikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and...
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Travel I've stayed in hostels in 9 different countries. Here's why they're my preferred option — especially for solo travel. Grace Dean 2024-08-25T10:43:01Z Share icon Share Facebook Icon Facebook Email icon Email...
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Taking a slow travel route to experience the sights, sounds and smells of European cities over a long weekend is becoming more appealing – and convenient.Read NextThe deregulation of the European rail...
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Flowers in full bloom, festive celebrations, and mild temperatures make April a lovely time to visit many parts of the globe. The best deals usually appear starting one week after Easter (which...
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Visitors can use the official list of Italy's most beautiful villages to create an itinerary away from the crowds - a type of slow travel which also supports struggling rural communities. ADVERTISEMENTVenice...
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Adventure, safety, camaraderie, and empowerment fuel the growth of women-only tours. Travel organization Road Scholar’s yearly survey for 2024 confirmed what my eyes have been telling me for years: female solo travelers...
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Scotland is not a big country. It’s nine times smaller than Texas. But what it lacks in size, it makes up for in diversity. Each of its eight regions has a different...
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As summer’s peak starts to wane, Europe unfolds in a mesmerizing palette of cooler temperatures and fewer crowds. I know everyone’s gunning for that quintessential “European summer” vibe, but the intense throngs...
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Have you heard of my WOW Moments project? “Wendy’s WOW Moments” are surprise insider experiences that help make a trip extraordinary. WOW List travelers earn them by submitting reviews of their trips....
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Are you planning your first adventure to the land of lochs, legends, and highland coos? As a first-time traveller to Scotland, you’re likely sifting through a myriad of must-see destinations, trying to...
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I lived in Europe for over four years and during that time had the pleasure of exploring lots of it myself. I also hosted several of my solo traveling friends that passed...
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An unforgettable journey awaits for those embarking along the coastline of the North Coast 500, Scotland’s ultimate road trip that unveils the stunning sandy beaches and rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands....
