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Share The Article Last Updated 47 seconds agoThough some may disagree, there's no better time to visit Europe than winter: between the little to no crowding and the snow-dusted church spires that...
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If you’re reading this article in English, lucky you. You can travel the world and still be understood by many people because 20 percent of the world also speaks English. Sorta. Damian...
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On August 26, an unusual rail journey set out from Vancouver, British Columbia, with an itinerary stringing together seven pre-existing luxury train lines across four continents, starting in North America, zigzagging through...
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Share The Article Last Updated 35 seconds agoVenice has long been one of Italy's numerous icons, but with overtourism concerns, less-than-welcoming locals, and tacky new entry fees, travelers are opening their eyes...
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For years, backpackers, students, holiday makers and families have enjoyed riding the rails across Europe to discover the cultures and charms of different countries across the continent. Train travel across Europe is...
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Portugal is the latest European country to reopen its borders US travelers this summer.The US Embassy in Portugal advises that from today (June 15), non-essential travel from the US to mainland Portugal...
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This has been a “record-breaking” year for rail bookingsOne day in early September, Andrew Channell had his coffee watching the sunrise as he cruised through the Peruvian Andes at about 14,000 feet...
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As the original Van Golu Express runs only twice a week in each direction (and without the longer stops afforded by its touristic counterpart), alighting in Elazig meant I’d need to stay...
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Old Town Riga captivated us the moment we stepped onto its cobblestone streets and saw the medieval architecture. What stories were embedded in these stone walls, narrow passages, and town squares?The aroma...
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Google Flights has expanded its service by adding Amtrak train routes to its search results, giving travelers a new way to explore travel options beyond air travel.The integration allows users to see...
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For over a decade, we've considered the *csp* the best travel rewards credit card for beginners. In 2024, that hasn't changed … in fact, that case is arguably stronger than ever. It's...
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Before my husband, Colin, and I left on our 2024 Provence trip, I did a lot of research about where we should base. In the end, we chose Avignon and I think...
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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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Listen here on your chosen podcast platform.Remember a few years back, when everyone was obsessed with hygge? This Danish word which defined a specific feeling of coziness was inescapable – not least...
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Share The Article Train travel is having a moment. Both domestically and overseas, more travelers than ever are choosing to slow down and take the train to explore new destinations. One...
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Share The Article Last Updated 2 mins agoWhen it comes to a place as iconic and stunningly diverse as Italy, it can be hard to pick a single place to visit and...
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Travel As a travel planner, I rarely recommend Paris or Rome. Instead, I swear by these 5 European gems. Kari Becker 2024-10-03T13:07:02Z Share icon Share Facebook Icon Facebook Email icon Email Twitter...
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Pet travel is easier than ever before. Whether flying across a continent or finding a pet-friendly hotel, the options available to travelers today are better in quality, range, and price than ever...
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