national parks
Escape the crowds in France at these 9 hidden gems
Jun 13, 2024 • 7 min read
France's most iconic sites often come with a crowd. Here are some alternative places to visit.
tips and advice
How to get a working holiday visa for Australia
Jun 11, 2024 • 5 min read
Dreaming of moving to Australia? Here’s all you need to know if you are thinking of applying for a working holiday visa.
hiking
Machu Picchu has new routes for 2024 – here's what you need to know
Jun 11, 2024 • 5 min read
Starting this month, Machu Picchu has introduced new circuits to preserve the archeological site. Here's how to find the right route for you.
attraction
Dolly Parton unveils Dollywood’s newest attraction
Jun 3, 2024 • 6 min read
Country legend Dolly Parton shows no signs of slowing down with the opening of a new museum at her namesake theme park.
air travel
Turbulence on a plane: what passengers need to know before flying
May 23, 2024 • 4 min read
Following severe turbulence on a Singapore Airlines flight this week, we take a look at what turbulence is and the risks to passengers.
hiking
New Zealand has a new Great Walk, and bookings are about to open
May 20, 2024 • 7 min read
New Zealand’s newest Great Walk opens to the public in October 2024. Here's everything you need to know to book a place on these multiday hikes.
sustainable travel
Venice launches its experimental entry fee today. Here's what visitors need to know
Apr 25, 2024 • 5 min read
In an effort to regulate the number of tourists within the city, Venice is introducing a new booking system for visitors.
cannabis
Cannabis is legal in Thailand, but it's complicated: what travelers need to know
Apr 24, 2024 • 5 min read
Thailand is now in the weed game but it's not all green: an expert's guide to the new cannabis rules.
attraction
Rome to revamp historic center with new visitor-friendly promenade
Apr 19, 2024 • 4 min read
A new walkway will make it easier to navigate Rome's ancient sites. But what does it mean for the locals?
air travel
Now landing in Ireland: JetBlue launches a new route from NYC to Dublin
Apr 3, 2024 • 6 min read
JetBlue has launched a new route from New York City to Dublin, and we were lucky enough to try it out.
sustainable travel
Japan tackles overtourism with restrictions for some iconic sites
Mar 27, 2024 • 5 min read
Japan is set to limit visitors at some popular attractionsso that sites don't suffer from overtourism. Here's what you need to know.
attraction
Barcelona's La Sagrada Família set to be completed in 2026 - 144 years after construction began
Mar 26, 2024 • 3 min read
The Antoni Gaudí-designed church has been under construction for more than a century
national parks
The Galápagos Islands will double its fee for visitors in August 2024. Here’s why
Mar 25, 2024 • 2 min read
To combat overtourism and promote sustainability, authorities on the Galápagos Islands are raising fees this summer for most visitors from US$100 to $200.
art and culture
Is Spain's late-night dining culture about to change?
Mar 22, 2024 • 5 min read
Late-night dining has recently been criticized by a government minister in Spain. So could things be about to change?
wildlife and nature
California is set for an impressive super bloom season - here's where to see the wildflowers
Mar 13, 2024 • 3 min read
Weather conditions this year may be just right to bring wildflower super blooms to life in parts of California.
tips and advice
"Hands off Molly Malone" and other tips for visitors to Ireland
Mar 5, 2024 • 3 min read
Irish people are famouslyvery friendly and easygoing, yet certain behaviors are sure to rankle.
train travel
Book your tickets... Europe's newest night train will link these grandiose cities
Feb 29, 2024 • 2 min read
Passengers can travel from Brussels to Prague (and even link up with London) on a cross-border night train service.
attraction
Yet another potential tourist fee - this time for Seville
Feb 28, 2024 • 3 min read
Plaza de España is one of the most-visited attractions in Spain.
sustainable travel
Planning a trip to Hawaii? You might have to pay a tourism tax
Feb 21, 2024 • 2 min read
Hawaii’s governor, Josh Green, proposed a $25 climate fee on tourists joining other nations struggling with the heavy burden of over-tourism.
destination practicalities
Everything we know about Japan’s new six-month digital nomad visa
Feb 16, 2024 • 4 min read
Digital nomads rejoice! Japan's new six-month visa means you could soon be working from Tokyo. Our Japan expert John Walton has the latest details.
books
Paris's beloved booksellers secure victory to stay put during this summer's Olympics
Feb 15, 2024 • 4 min read
The beloved bouquinistes of the Seine quays have been selling books for over 450 years.
sustainable travel
Traveling to Bali? Prepare to pay a new tourist fee from today
Feb 13, 2024 • 4 min read
Bali is introducing a new tourist tax starting February 14.
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