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Costa Rica is famous among other things for for its Caribbean and especially Pacific beaches. And the place that started the beach-tourism boom back in the 1980s - because it was closest to capital San José, about an hour and a half drive away on the central Pacific coast - is still one of the most popular. A town of around 10,000, bustling Jacó is centred around a 2½-mile volcanic-black-sand beach popular with bathers and surfers alike, and as the country's most dev
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Science continues to prove that being in nature has benefits for our mental health, this evidence boosting the popularity of holidays where we are able to reconnect with the world around us. To ensure you stay positive this year, riding holiday specialist Ranch Rider has created a top ten list of horseback escapes where you can maximise the feel-good potential of a week in the saddle - their selection based on location, available activities and the “nature factor” (experience and location were r
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Cho La is an outstanding Himalayan pass, 5,420 metres (17,782 ft) above sea level, and the classic Cho La Pass trek (105 kilometers and 20 days round trip) connecting Everest Base Camp and the Gokyo Valley through Khumbu Everest National Park offers truly mesmerizing panoramic views, as well as the marvelous experience of traditional villages with their Sherpa culture and handicrafts.
The trek starts with a flight from capital Kathmandu t
There seems to be a waterfall around every corner in Iceland, but on our recent cruise port call we saw only a few of them. Even then, it could be argued that we didn’t see the best of them, but we probably saw the best known. Even as we sailed into Seydisfjordur, we were flanked on both sides by the steep banks of the fjord - and down those banks cascaded waterfalls. We were particularly struck by one, which divided into a twin fall, leaving a sort of island perched on the hillside.
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India has been a land of rich history and heritage Some of the prominent religion of the world grew here. Powerful dynasties and clans rules India time to time and left their mark on the heart of the country. Right from Mughals to Rajputs, and British to French, Portuguese, and Dutch, India has witness a wide panorama of history that has left its mark on the country's architecture, and bequeathed it some truly stunning landmarks. Here are what I consider the top half dozen:
Taj Mahal - Agra, Utt
If you're thinking of visiting Australia for a family vacation - congrats, great choice! Australia boasts many attractions and experiences - from rainforests and stunning beaches to theme parks and fun cities - that the entire family can enjoy, allowing family members to bond and to relax together
Every family has different interests, of course. Some families may want to see the Outback, while others prefer to stick to the coasts So here are three different areas to choose from. (And by the way,
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If you’re a major foodie, wherever you are in the world you’re undoubtedly looking for the best restaurants to enjoy traditional cuisine. What with such a varied and diverse selection of places to visit in the world, it can be hard whittling your shortlist down to one – particularly if you’ve got food in the equation. If you love immersing yourself in the local lifestyle of the areas you visit, food is a huge part of it! So, calling all foodies, here are 5 places you simply have to v
Who doesn't like a lighthouse? Artistic sentinels of the past and present that conjure up thoughts of tumultuous seas and shipwrecks along craggy coasts. For some, a lighthouse may bring visions of a peaceful life with the siren call of gulls and foghorns. Adventure to some, serenity to others. Who lived such a life and how did they live it? There's a great way to find out, if only for a day or two.
Stay at a Historic Lighthouse Bed and Breakfast
There are not many American lighthouses with gues
Egypt is one of the most distinctive countries of the African continent as well as the Middle East, with an impressive civilization stretching back more than 5,000 years. From its pyramids and palaces to its art, artifacts to its bustling cities, desert expanses, and beautiful beaches, it's a place that dazzles the senses and seizes the imagination. An excursion to Egypt will be the trip of a lifetime - and likely still leave much to explore on a second and even third visit. But for first-ti
The Duomo Is the World's Fifth Largest Christian Church
The city's main icon is outdone by only St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, the Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida in Brazil, Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York, and the cathedral of Seville, it covers 109,641 square feet and an entire city block. Its size is even more impressive considering it’s the oldest church on that list.
And It Has the Most Statues
They say there are more statues on this Gothic cathedral than any other building
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Argentina's capital is one of those cities where cafe-going is something of an art. Ordering a coffee, tea, wine, or beer - or without a pastry or snack - and settling in amid homely, old-timey surroundings with a good book or for a chat with friends is a favourite pastime of Porteños. Which means café culture has a longstanding pedigree, and if you want to see how many locals truly live, consider stopping by one or more of these classics for a spell:
Gran Café Tortoni
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Depending on the size of your group and their requirements, you must select what suits your needs best. With the drastic rise in the number of travel bloggers, travel equipment has also changed. Camping gear are now coming with modifications to take your camping to another level. For those not familiar, we've published a list of camping tents to understand and choose from. All these tents have their own perks and disadvantages. Read on find out what suits you best:
Ridge Tents
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“What is the best city in the world to visit right now?” This is the question Travel + Leisure asked its readers every year. The criteria to rate include sights and landmarks, culture, cuisine, friendliness, shopping and overall value. This year, for the first time Hoi An was pronounced by readers of Travel+Leisure as the world’s best city in 2019, with an overall score of 90.39 out of 100 - a jump from number 8 on the list last year.
Spelled Hội An in Vietnamese, this is an ancient city loca
The Walker Hotel, at 52 West 13th Street, is one of several Greenwich Village lodgings that mixes some of the olde New York, Victorian spirit of literary giants like Henry James and more modern Village people such as Bob Dylan. Like the Marlton Hotel on 8th Street and the Washington Square Hote
The booming capital of south India's Karnataka state (aka Benguluru) is known as the country's "Silicon Valley," but the city and its surrounding area also offer numerous opportunities for ecotourism and adventure in the great outdoors, from hiking and climbing to kayaking and 4x4. Here are three of my own favourites:
Mini-Jet Flying
Just a 15-t0-20-minute drive north of central Bangalore in the large suburb Yelhanka, you receive a brief orientation, then go for a soar over the re
The City of Light is one of the world's top destinations for good reason - popular for its art, culture, cuisine, museums, and architecture from medieval to modern. Also known for its romance, Paris offers visitors an amazing holiday - really, with too much to see and do in just one visit. Here's a quick list of the top highlights:
Major Monuments
- Arc de Triomphe
- Champs-Elysées
- Eiffel Tower
- Grande Arche
- Île de la Cité
- Panthéon
Major Parks and Gardens
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It's a wide world full of wonders, and articles "places to see before you die" have become commonplace in recent years. Thinking about the question, I have my own list, and it includes not just the expected, but also some places you might not expect. Let's have a look - and if you agree, disagree, or have your own bucket-listers, please tell me about them in the comments!
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Albania
Did I say unexpected? This tiny, bucolic Balkan country with an impenetrable language
Long enticing for its history, culture, landscapes, and ecotourism, Peru is an exotic but safe destination for parents who want to expose their children to amazing international experiences, including unspoiled beaches, stunning islands, emerald rainforests, astounding glaciers, lovely colonial architecture, and of course the amazing ancient sites of the Inca. Here are a half dozen of the top highlights:
Sightsee and Have Fun in Lima
Peru's capital city is where you'll arrive and start off your
The most populous city (pop. 142,000) in the Bay of Plenty region on the North Island's north coast, besides being a dynamic city that's one of New Zealand's fastest growing, Tauranga is also a very popular tourism destination, thanks to a cosmopolitan yet laid back vibe and arts scene paired with its natural attractions and scenery, ranging from popular beaches to lush, forest-clad mountains and waterfalls. Here are some of Tauranga’s top activities:
Hit the Beach
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The paradisiacal 115-island archipelago in the Indian Ocean 932 miles off the east coast of Africa is legendary for its turquoise waters, white-sand beaches, and lush hills surrounded by palm trees are truly spellbinding. Though famed for its luxury resorts, there's also an ample choice of lodgings for those looking to economize. For example, on La Digue, the Seychelles' third largest island (just over ten square kilometers, connected by ferry to the main island Mahé and other islands), here's
