Is San Luis Potosí worth Visiting? San Luis Potosí is a place that doesn’t get a lot of foreign visitors – we were here 4 days and didn’t see another foreigner. What...
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Two weeks ago, my employer presented me with a stark ultimatum: return to my offices in Kiel, Germany, within five days, or lose my job. I am a climate researcher and since...
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Heading on holiday to Thailand? We’ve compiled a list of 21 “paa saa Thai” phrases that will help you get around. Learning a bit of the local lingo will not only make...
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Skylodge Adventure Suites, near Cusco in Peru, is offering the experience of a lifetime to travelers searching for something extra special – but a good head for heights is essential. Love reading...
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Travel I'm an Ohio native living in South Korea. I keep catching tourists making these same 7 mistakes. Marielle Descalsota 2023-10-12T02:08:06Z Share icon Share Facebook Icon Facebook Email icon Email Twitter icon...
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Down the chaotic Manila streets, alongside large buses, private cars, and taxi cabs, an eye-catching, anachronistic vehicle carelessly makes its way through. It’s painted with bright colors and adorned with gaudy accessories....
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South Asian neighbors India and Pakistan are rich in culture and, respectively, have beautiful landscapes, bustling cities, and various historical sites. However, tensions have recently re-escalated between the two countries following a...
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Albania is one of the most interesting countries in Europe, and one of the friendliest – perhaps in part because it’s so small, with a population of just 2.8 million. It is...
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Japan’s tourism boom is anticipated to continue in 2025. The East Asian island country is popular among Gen Z and millennials, but it’s a year-round destination with something for everyone. Japanese cuisine, culture, and vibrant,...
A Nile cruise is the best way to see Ancient Egypt’s most iconic temples. Here’s your ultimate local’s guide to plan your perfect Nile cruise. A Nile cruise boat is the best...
A multi-stop itinerary from London to Barcelona – via Paris and the Pyrenees – is a train lover’s dream.High in the Pyrenees on a sunny, silent morning, I had the rare feeling...
This intriguing museum in Kom Ombo narrates the history of Ancient Egypt’s crocodile god – and includes an exhibit of mummified crocodiles.Don’t miss the Crocodile Museum next to the Temple of Kom...
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Ah, the allure of train trips. Adventurers and the eco-conscious are drawn to this glamorous, old-world mode of exploration for the impeccable slow-travel vibes, but there’s also something to be said about...
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Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discountsGet Simon Calder’s Travel emailOur microguides series is inspired by the slow travel movement, encouraging travellers to relax their...
The word Patagonia conjures dreamy images of wide-open spaces, remote natural beauty, massive glaciers, soaring Andes, outdoor adventures and iconic wildlife on land and at sea. The Patagonia region of Argentina, which...
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Many perks available from your credit cards are well-known and well-utilized. However, benefits such as trip cancellation insurance, delayed baggage insurance, lost baggage insurance, and trip delay protection can quite literally save...
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There is absolutely nothing like traveling to London and Paris for the first time, and I am here to tell you it’s a possible and very magical experience. Yet, I must be...
Kom Ombo is a magnificent temple along the Nile dedicated to the crocodile and falcon gods – and a must-see on your Egypt itinerary.Lined with intricate columns and sanctuaries to animal gods,...
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1. Rocky Mountaineer: a train ride through the Wild West Enjoy the glorious landscapes of Utah and Colorado(Image credit: Rocky Mountaineer)There can be few more relaxing ways to see the glorious landscapes...
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Sign up to the Travel newsletter for destination guides and the latest trendsHollywood's 'walk of shame' Walk of Fame stars on the intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street(Image credit: Getty Images/Bob...
