Know What's Happening in Travel
Know What's Happening in Travel
Narai‑juku revives Edo‑era charm for modern travelers
The historic post town of Narai‑juku in Nagano retrofits its one‑kilometre street of machiya houses with Wi‑Fi, multilingual signs and contactless payments, while local inns join global booking platforms and receive government restoration grants.
Firesyde, a new boutique cabin resort near Godalming, Surrey, offers five cedar‑wood cabins just an hour by train from London. Each cabin features a king‑size bed, under‑floor heating, private outdoor baths and fire‑pit porches for cooking. Guests can enjoy a floating mini‑spa, nearby walking trails and locally sourced food hampers. Rates begin at £600 for a two‑night stay, positioning Firesyde as an affordable, eco‑friendly weekend escape for couples.
The updated guide lists 50 ways to say “hello” in languages from Albania to Vietnam, complete with phonetic cues. It illustrates how a simple greeting can turn a routine transaction into a memorable cultural exchange, citing real‑world anecdotes from travelers....
The summer calendar across the Balkans and Central Europe is packed with niche wellness gatherings that blend movement, music, and mindful community. Crete’s Cocoon Retreat offers a five‑day program focused on conscious intimacy, while Montenegro’s Pachamama Play Festival centers on...
Guardian readers shared their favorite family adventures across Europe, ranging from a unique sled‑ding route between two Swiss railway stations to a night‑train arrival in Venice before the crowds. Tips also highlight Alpine playgrounds in the Lauterbrunnen valley, white‑water rafting...
Steveston, a historic fishing village just under an hour from downtown Vancouver, offers a full‑day itinerary blending maritime heritage, culinary treats, and outdoor activities. Visitors can start with coffee at Garry Point Park, explore the Gulf of Georgia Cannery museum,...
It’s almost Cherry Blossom season in Washington D.C., and I’m just so glad I don’t have to fly to Japan to experience these blossoms 🌸🌸🌸
The Ruta de las Flores is a 35 km scenic corridor in El Salvador’s highland coffee region, linking five colorful colonial towns—Ataco, Apaneca, Juayua, Salcoatitán, and Nahuizalco. Travelers can base themselves in Juayua, the route’s geographic midpoint, and explore by car, motorbike,...
El Tunco, a coastal surf town on El Salvador’s Pacific shoreline, is gaining a reputation for its dramatic rock formations, world‑class waves and legendary sunsets. Visitors can reach the town easily via frequent $2 buses from San Salvador or by driving the...
The Islets of Granada, a 365‑island archipelago in Lake Nicaragua, lie just minutes from the colonial city of Granada. Formed by the eruption of Mombacho volcano, the islands host diverse wildlife such as capuchin monkeys, sloths, and vibrant bird species....
Visitors often rush cathedrals, missing the layered experience designed by medieval builders. The author argues the journey should begin with the façade, which functions as an introductory narrative, before moving inside to appreciate height, light, sound, and geometry. Examples from...
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The special report series "Rooted in the American West" examines how the region’s landscapes, adventure culture, and historic legacies shape its identity. It highlights Yellowstone’s iconic vistas, record‑setting speed trials at the Bonneville Salt Flats, and the Rocky Mountains’ photographic...
Classical Wisdom announced the limited‑capacity 2026 "Sea of Homer" voyage, a Mediterranean cruise that explores the archaeological sites featured in Homer’s epics. The trip launches July 1 in Athens and is led by renowned translator and Classics professor Emily Wilson. Participants will...
The Ritz‑Carlton New York, Central Park has launched a "Curtain Call" package that brings a private 60‑minute Broadway performance directly into guest suites. Guests can select songs from top shows like Wicked, Hamilton, and The Lion King, enjoy light refreshments, and meet...
The updated Penang travel guide spotlights attractions beyond George Town, including Penang Hill’s funicular, the upcoming cable‑car project, and multiple hiking trails such as Moon Gate. It details practical transport tips, costs for tickets, and highlights cultural sites like Kek...
George Town, Penang’s UNESCO World Heritage city, blends restored colonial shophouses, vibrant street art, and a multicultural food scene that draws travelers worldwide. The 2008 heritage designation sparked major preservation investments, while murals by Ernest Zacharevic and successors have turned the...
The Circus Room, opened in 1962, is the oldest continuously operating bar on Route 66. Its circus‑themed décor—vintage Ringling Brothers posters, clown signage, and retro figurines—preserves a mid‑century roadside aesthetic. Despite the shift of traffic to Interstate 40, the dive has survived,...
Louisville’s appeal extends beyond the Kentucky Derby, highlighted by the Bourbon & Beyond festival at the Kentucky Expo Center, which featured over 100 bourbon brands and major musical acts. The city’s revitalized NuLu district offers upscale bars like Seven and...
Ryan Pollnow, the pizzaiolo behind Flour + Water Pizzeria, offers a curated "Little Black Book" of North Beach’s eateries, bars, coffee houses, and boutiques. The guide highlights legacy spots like Cafe Trieste and Vesuvio alongside newer concepts such as Hilda...
The Cameron Highlands, a 1,100‑1,600 m altitude region in Malaysia, offers a cool climate and sprawling tea plantations that dominate the local economy. BOH Tea, founded in 1929, now produces roughly 80 % of the country’s black tea and has become a...
I had a really great experience at @atlantisthepalm in Dubai last week, so I want to tell you all about it. Yes, I fully realize that now is not the time to visit Dubai and I am thinking of everyone...
If you've ever wanted to travel alone but were afraid to/didn't know where to start, this page is for you.
Billy Wagner, a veteran Berlin restaurateur, offers a candid look at the city’s shifting landscape, where soaring rents and tech‑driven investment clash with its historic charm and once‑unbridled libertine vibe. He recounts his two‑decade stay, noting how cheap housing and...
