The scenic Litchfield Hills region, covering the corner of northwest Connecticut, is home to several historic inns and restaurants. One of the very best is the Hopkins Inn in the small, picture-postcard village of Warren (pop. around 1,400). Settled in 1737, its attractions include a small state park, a charming one-room schoolhouse, a winery, and the handsome, 264-year-old Warren Congregational Church. And despite its tiny size, Warren has had some notable residents indeed, including film dire
Over in the eastern India, in the state of West Bengal, the country's third largest metro area (pop 14.1 million) was founded in 1690 by the British colonizers as Calcutta, and was the capital of the Raj until 1911. Also dubbed "the City of Joy," it's a mix of splendid colonial-era and contemporary architecture, as well as modern-middle-class neighbourhoods and squalid slums.
Most of all, though, it's considered India's intellectual capital and foremost hotbed of creativity and the a
Ireland's fourth largest city (pop. 80,000), located roughly midway along the country's Atlantic coast - and a nearly straight shot of a bit over two hours west of Dublin - boasts a history stretching back nearly a thousand years. But today it's best known for its lively, often boho social, cultural, and music scene (turbo-charged by its youthful university population, a good 20 percent of all Galwegians, as locals are known), as well as its many festivals and events - some 1
As you've no doubt hear, the most famous of the United Arab Emirates is a city that must be seen to be believed. Record-breaking architecture stands alongside traditional quarters, while huge man-made islands jut out of the coastline. There is a delicate balance of old and new here, resulting in a smorgasbord of things to do. You can spend your mornings sprawled out along Jumeirah Beach and your afternoons shredding powder at Ski Dubai. Or you can start your day haggling at the traditional gol
Before you board a plane to Costa Rica, there are somethings that you should know about this beautiful country. And then I will tell you the five adventurous things that you should definitely do when you go there.
First of all, you should know that Costa Rica is home to four UNESCO World Heritage Sites (three relating to nature and one to its precolumbian culture), and its tourism industry is the country’s leading foreign exchange earner. You might aslo be surprised to know that since 1948 Costa
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The first year of the new decade is shaping up to be another big one in terms of new and expanded routes. In addition to keeping the new destinations that Iberia and Iberia Express started serving this past summer - Bastia on Corsica; Bergen, Norway; Zadar astride Croatia's Dalmatian Coast; and the Italian cities Bari, Verona, Genoa - four more will be coming online for the first time: one in Europe, one in the United States, and two in North Africa.
On our own home continent, we'r
Boasting inspiring national parks, gorgeous lush green valleys, plenty of adventure parks, thrilling adventure sports, and stunning beaches - the United States is the perfect place for you to head to for a refreshing vacation in 2020! And it offers a seemingly inexhaustable supply of amazing sights and experiences. If you've already seen the marquis destinations - New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Chicago, New Orleans, the Grand Canyon, and so forth - there are plenty of
The Madeiran archipelago, together with those of the Canaries, Azores, and Cape Verde, comprise Macaronesia, "the Fortunate Isles", to which the gods of Greek mythology brought the heroes when their adventurous lives were over. They are volcanic in origin, their hard, basalt mountains rising above Atlantic deeps, unconnected to the European or African continental shelves.
Madeira’s mountains provide a spectacular backdrop to the airborne approach to the island. The runway at capital Funchal's
The island of Koh Samui is a delicious slice of picturesque paradise located in the Gulf of Thailand off that country's southeastern coast. So are you looking to press the reset button? To rejuvenate from your busy life? If so, this wellness destination hot spot is perfect for you.
Since I travel so much for my TV show Travel Time with Linda, often my nutrition, sleep and exercise go completely off my normal routine so during our recent whirlwind travels through Thailand, I set aside a
I daresay snow sport will come to no one's mind when contemplating the fascinating North African country of Morocco. But more adventurous types might know that the high, craggy Atlas Mountains sweep across a goodly swath of this country, giving rise not just to a robust trekking and climbing scene, but even some pretty good skiing and snowboarding, with the season running January to early April - and what's more, even within convenient distance of Marr
India is an enormous and ancient country packed with history, culture, and nature. Many first-timers opt for the classic Golden Triangle circuit, including the "greatest hits" destinations of capital city Delhi as well as Agra and Jaipur; these days many also add Khajuraho and Varanasi to their itinerary. Here are some of the top triangle highlights which await them:
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Grandiose India Gate, rising 42 metres (138 feet) Rajpath ceremonial boulevard in the middle of the city, is a monument b
Just imagine this scene – you are lying in a hammock, a gentle sea breeze in your hair. Your favorite book in your right hand, freshly open coconut in the left one. You turn your gaze to the white-sand beach with beautiful turquoise water. You hear nothing, just some local kids playing in the coconut forest on the other side of the island. The other side of the island is mere 50 meters away. That is right, you're on an island - and one you can stroll leisurely around in about nine minutes! Th
Planning a trip to Minnesota´s biggest city? If so, you should be aware that the city is full of great restaurants you'll want to try, many of them now world-class and reflecting increasing diversity from across the world. When you arrive in Minneapolis, make sure to pick up your rental car at the airport when you arrive. In my experience driving is the best way to get around the city of Minneapolis. I’ve had good luck with USARentalCars.com, but you can rent with any big n
"Take nothing but pictures. Leave nothing but footprints." You might have seen this sign at tourist destinations but the question is, do you really implement it? Many people ignore this sign, walking away leaving behind a trail of litter at the time of departure. Very disturbing, when carelessness like this destroys the very ecosystem they have come to enjoy, and creates health issues thanks to decomposition of waste left behind. Minimizing such waste is not difficult or onerous, and here ar
Today marks the 528th anniversary of the fall of Islamic Granada to the armies of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella, marking the culmination of the Reconquista from the Moors - whose Umayyad Caliphate forces had swept into the Iberian Peninsula from North Africa in 711, overrunning the Visigothic kingdoms which had inherited the peninsula from Roman Hispania and establishing a European Islamic realm known as Al-Andalus, which ended up enduring for centuries. Here’s a quick and hugely simplifie
Garofoli Winery, one of the oldest family-owned winemakers in Italy's Marche region, dates back to 1871 and still specializes in 100-percent single vineyard Verdicchio, a drier white varietal ranging from still to sparkling renowned for distinctive purity and verve. Way before the Garofolis took over, the winery's origins are rooted in the Middle Ages catering to local pilgrims streaming into the nearby Basilica della Santa Casa. The Bascilica still remains Europe's most visited pilgrimage chur
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Celebrated by the Japanese according to the Gregorian calendar only since 1873, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day have evolved their own unique set of customs. Let me share a quick primer on Shōgatsu in Japan with you - it's a festive time of year to visit!
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In the days leading up to New Year’s Eve, many Japanese engage in osoji (cleaning), their equivalent of spring cleaning, with the idea that this is a good time to purify their environment to begin the new
Like a gigantic throat which was carved out of the earth by the Apurímac River, this natural wonder is located between the Apurímac region and the Cuzco region in southern Peru. It is considered to be one of the deepest canyons in the world.
The incredibly tall sides of the canyon were carved out over millions of years by the mighty Apurimac, an Amazon River tributary which flows from the Apacheta Ravine on the Misti Volcano in Arequipa, nearly 200 miles southwest. The people who live along th
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Did you know that California's second largest city sees, on average, nearly 36 million visitors every year? As a matter of fact, it’s considered one of the top travel destinations in the states. So what’s bringing all of these people to San Diego each year? Perhaps it’s the warm weather, or maybe the beautiful beaches. Although the weather is wonderful and the beaches are beautiful, I think tourists flock here especially because of all the great activities it has to offer - eno
If you're planning to take your pet with you on your next vacation, keep in mind that a little advance preparation goes a long way! In order to make sure the two of you have fun and stay safe on your travels, it's important to ensure that your dog or cat will have everything he or she needs to remain calm, comfortable, and happy for the duration of your trip together. Here are some tips for traveling with your pet hassle-free, whether by air, land, or sea.
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