Argentina may be famous for its pampas (lowlands plains), ranching, beef, and of course gauchos (cowboys, such as the one above and those in the video below). But fewer people are aware that these characterize its much smaller next door neighbor Uruguay, to an even greater extent. In fact, unlike Argentina, here the pampas cover practically 90 percent of the country beyond the coast and capital Montevideo, and the gaucho tradition and culture is if anything a more defi
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Roughly halfway along the east coast of New Zealand's North Island, the quaint, tranquil town of Raglan (pop. 3,300) has much to offer visitors. The laidback nature of its people goes hand in hand with their love for outdoor music, arts, the sea, and outdoors sports. Especially the last two - in addition to being a great destination for water sports such as body boarding and kayaking, Raglan is a huge attraction for surfers from around the globe, with three world-class point breaks and a surf-s
January as usually welcomes a new year filled with surprises, hope, joy and various things. Taking a trip in the beginning of the year would unleash an experience to see the rays of hope in different aspects of life. Get to know the 12 most beautiful places to visit in January in India.
With a Tibetan flavor, this sparsely populated region of Jammu and Kashmir (top) offers an incredible, otherworldly landscape - sometimes akin to moonscape - in the Himalayas, with dazzling lakes and towe
Brandon Godfrey
The beautiful city of Victoria - actually the capital of this province - liesat the southern tip of Vancouver Island, just an hour's drive (and 90-minute ferry ride) from the city of Vancouver. Some of the highlights of this excursion include the ferry ride through the Gulf Islands, a stopover at the Fisherman’s Wharf to feed the seals, a tour to the downtown of Victoria, and a host of other attractions and activities to indulge in like the Royal BC Museum, Butchart Gardens, wal
by Marita Acosta
If you’re a real traveller, rather than just a tourist, you’re a nonconformist with a questing spirit. And in Johannesburg, South Africa, that means Newtown, the vibrant cultural and entertainment district in the western reaches of the city centre, is where you want to be. As part of an ongoing urban renewal scheme during more than a decade, this 19th-century district has turned into an amazing area packed with museums, galleries, performance venues,
Apps, apps, everywhere! Ours is a smartphone-obsessed age, and our smartphones are largely powered by applications for every conceivable use. And travel, of course, is a big category - from planning/budgeting to locations, language translation, guidebooks, and much more. Here are 5 of my most useful favorites:
OS: Android, IOS
It will help you to decide what stuff you need to take for a journey no matter whether you are going for bicycle trip or ski resort. The program will offer you a
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Seeing manatees from your kayak is one of the most exotic experiences in Florida waters. Once upon a time, sailors mistook these gentle animals - also known as sea cows - for mermaids. Living mainly in warm waters of the Caribbean and Florida, these mammals can achieve a weight of between 400 and 550 kilograms (about 880 to 1,210 lbs) and adult lengths of 2.8 to 3.0 meters long (nine to ten feet), with some individuals reaching 1,775 kilograms and 4.6 meters). Females tend
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Located in the Ba Vi Mountain Range, about 60 kilometers to the west of Hanoi, the Ba Vi National Park is without a doubt one of Vietnam’s most awesome trekking trails with the picturesque views - but it's still less known than other Vietnamese trek routes in the international community. A fascinating weekend getaway, this onetime French hill station has total area of over 10,000 hectares, with amazing biodiversity, resorts, a string of mysterious French ruins, and of course a host of intriguin
Welcoming the new year has to be done with tons of celebrations, and going to Budapest and Hungary is a great idea. Budapest is simply one of the most magnificent cities in Europe and in this guide, we will provide you with tips and tricks on going through the New York craze in the capital. If you are looking to spend New Year’s Eve in Budapest, you’ll find all the information you need here.
NYE in Budapest is full of parties, incredible menus in different restaurants, street parties, concerts
The redevelopment of Saint Lucia’s international airport will get underway very soon. On Tuesday, December 11, 2018, the Parliament of Saint Lucia voted to borrow US$100 million for the Hewanorra International Airport redevelopment project.
The plan, which is expected to be unveiled in the coming days, will include the construction of a new terminal building equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, restaurants, shops and executive lounges, and the conversion of the old terminal to accommodate
I will never forget, nearly 40 years ago, laying eyes for the first time on my first ancient archaeological site. About an hour’s drive north of Mexico City, this UNESCO World Heritage complex of temples absolutely electrified my imagination and became a driving force in my fascination with not just archaeology but travel and world cultures in general. Teotihuacán has that kind of impact.
Even after decades of study, archaeologists still aren’t quite sure who (Toltecs? Otomi? M
When you’re going on holiday or any other road trip with your family, you want the car you drive to be in the best possible shape. In these situations, you begin wondering if you should rent a car instead of driving your own. If you can’t decide between these two options, take a look at these things you should consider before travelling anywhere.
The Condition of Your Own Car
The first thing you need to do before going on any trip is check the condition your car is in. Make sure your tires are
India's capital is naturally also a shoppers' delight, from international brands to handicrafts from all parts of this vast country. Come explore some of its treasures with me!
Janpath & Tibetan Market
Delhi's liveliest and most popular market (above) was recently renovated, and in addition to a wide range of handicrafts is best for those with good bargaining skills.
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Following the theme of a traditional village market, it has small thatched roofed cottages that give it a great ambian
Glenn Brunette
So you’re in the capital of merry olde England for the winter holidays, enjoying the festive lights and good cheer, and suddenly you realize that your British friends are off on the day after Christmas for something called Boxing Day. Setting aside any jealousy over a work-free day many of us don’t share, you wonder what this “boxing” thing could possibly be. Are there matches scheduled around London? Where are the rings, and how do you get tickets?
Well, Boxing Day has not
by Marita Acosta
One of the things I most love about Portugal‘s capital this time of year is its festive lighting – those enormous decorations for Nadal (Christmas) enlivening the streets – along of course with its spectacular public Christmas trees. I recall wandering the historic Baixa (Lower Town), passing through the monumental Rua Augusta Arch, and emerging onto the enormous and usually empty Praça do Comercio to be dazzled by a towering evergreen packed full of holiday ch
Per Bengtsson
by Miguel Martínez Rabanal
A mere one percent of Chinese profess Christianity, but as in Japan and indeed various other countries of non-Christian Asia, the festive trappings of Yuletide have been widely embraced in China, though for the time being mostly still in Shanghai, Beijing, Xi’an, Guangdong, of course Hong Kong and Macau, with their longtime tenures under Great Britain and Portugal, as well as other large cities. This time of year is the time of Sheng Dan Jie.
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At the turn of the 20th century, William Gillette was a renowned American actor and playwright. In 1914 he purchased a scenic 184-acre plot of land that overlooked the majestic Connecticut River in East Haddam, Connecticut.
On a ridge at the site, Gillette constructed a magnificent hand-tooled stone castle where he hoped to enjoy his retirement in the solitude of his estate. Through the years, the strange-looking edifice on the high bluff became known as Gillette's Castle. Today the castle is a
by Tom Bunn
In a recent post, I explained that it’s possible to build links inside the mind that will provide automatic calming when flying. To do that, you need to find the memory of a moment linked to a key individual in your life – family member, friend, whoever it might be – when you sensed that person was safe not just physically, but emotionally. You will need to recall a moment when he or she was not critical, was not competitive, and was not being judgmental in any way. When you recall
Italy's business and fashion capital is often overlooked in favor of flashier Italian cities like Florence, Venice and Rome - however, it shouldn't be! Thanks to the clever combination of a solid United States buck and a weaker-than-usual euro, now is a good time especially for Americans to visit Italy - and Milan is a stunning, dynamic city with its own covert secrets. TPG Contributor Lori Zaino discovers what's brand-new and promising in Milan and offers her best hotel and travel pointers. (
The concept of taking a road trip sounds carefree and largely based on serendipity. But after rearranging your schedule and marking time on your calendar, the realization sets in that you need a planned itinerary and well equipped vehicle to get you to the most scenic routes and can't-miss sights.
It helps to have comfort and navigational assistance like you get in Chevy's 2019 Equinox. I recently tried it out on a coastal road trip to Portland, Maine and found that sitting in the driver's seat p
