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  • Thor's hammer in Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah USA during sunrise
    North America | USA | Utah

    Enjoy the Awesome Beauty of Bryce Canyon

    ByJenny December 19, 2024December 19, 2024

    The vibrant red rocks and sweeping vistas of Bryce Canyon are without a doubt some of the most gorgeous scenery not only in the United States but the entire world. Visitors are literally awestruck when they view stately towers of red rocks at Inspiration Point. Many nature lovers consider Bryce Canyon to be the most…

    🏷️ canyon, canyons
  • Travel insurance application form, passport and sign of destination on the map.
    Travel

    How to Handle Unexpected Medical Issues While Traveling Abroad

    ByIlya December 19, 2024

    After years of pent-up wanderlust, international travel is booming. According to Statista, international trips are expected to rise gradually until 2025, as travelers are eager to explore new cultures and create memories. This follows a sharp drop to under 400 million visits in the first two years of the COVID-19 pandemic.Β  Planning a trip is…

    🏷️ safety travel tips, travel insurance, travel tips
  • Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar
    California | North America | USA

    Enjoy a Taste of the Tropics at San Francisco’s Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar

    ByJenny December 18, 2024

    In 1945, Hollywood set designer Mel Melvin was tasked with creating a fantastical bar at San Francisco’s Fairmont Hotel that would make patrons feel as though they were drinking and dining on the set of a movie. Mel Melvin fashioned the Terrace Plunge—which was a room that contained a swimming pool that was installed in…

    🏷️ bar, bars, restaurant, restaurants
  • Christmas Lighting on USS Wisconsin, Norfolk VA
    North America | USA | Virginia

    Enjoy Dazzling Christmas Lights Aboard the USS Wisconsin in Norfolk

    ByJenny December 17, 2024

    A historic battleship isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when most people think of Christmas, but the USS Wisconsin in Norfolk, Virginia, hosts an annual event known as Nauticus’ Winterfest on the Wisconsin that transforms a decommissioned battleship into a hub of holiday cheer. Initially constructed in 1941, the USS Wisconsin saw numerous…

    🏷️ Christmas, events, holiday events, tourist attraction, tourist attractions
  • Brick Building with Roll Up Door
    Tennessee | USA

    5 Reasons Why Nashville Should Be On Your 2025 Travel Bucket List

    ByIlya December 17, 2024

    Are you dreaming of your next getaway? Do you want to visit a city that has everything – bursting with energy, history, historic monuments, and delicious food?Β  Look no further than Nashville, Tennessee. Often called β€œMusic City,” Nashville isn’t just another destination. It’s an experience that blends history, music, food, and culture into one unforgettable…

    🏷️ cities, city
  • Raja Ampat surrounded by limestone islands
    Oceania | Travel

    Discover Paradise: Small Ship Cruise Adventures in Remote Waters

    ByIlya December 17, 2024

    The intimacy of ocean exploration has made the small-ship cruise industry burgeoning, appealing to adventurous travellers seeking different travel experiences. Unlike the enormous cruise liners, these stimulating small ships offer bespoke expeditions and can explore fragile regions unreachable by mass transport vessels. Papua New Guinea is among the most amazing travel experiences, and a Papua…

    🏷️ cruise, cruise ships
  • A white dog sitting on a rock formation near a large mountain pond
    Travel

    How Can Pet Owners Make Travel More Sustainable?

    ByIlya December 15, 2024

    As more people travel with their pets, the environmental impact of our furry companions’ vacations has come into focus. Including pets in travel brings joy to both animals and their owners. However, it also poses unique challenges for individuals striving to reduce their carbon footprint. Pet owners can make their travels more eco-friendly through thoughtful…

    🏷️ pets, travel, travel tips, travel with pets
  • Long boat and rocks on railay beach in Krabi, Thailand
    Travel

    8 Tips to Evoke Emotion in Your Travel Photography

    ByIlya December 12, 2024February 13, 2025

    The best travel photography entails more than just documenting one’s adventures or capturing beautiful locations; more often than not, it also involves telling a story and making an emotional connection with the viewer. Think of how good your favourite photos are at evoking the nostalgia of a sunlit alleyway, the awe of a towering mountain,…

    🏷️ photography tips, travel tips

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