cycling
Route 66 is getting a bike-friendly upgradeMay 16, 2023 • 3 min read
With a new grant for bike-friendly upgrades in Oklahoma, cyclists can now get more kicks on Route 66.
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beachesThis English beauty spot is the UK's first World Surfing Reserve - but what does that mean?May 15, 2023 • 4 min read
North Devon has been named the UK's first World Surfing Reserve, meaning the beauty spot in southwestern England is now afforded extra protection from…
festivals and eventsMarilyn Monroe, Elton John and Cher's outfits are the stars of this new London exhibitionMay 12, 2023 • 3 min read
A new exhibition at the V&A Museum in London traces the history and glamour of the diva, from opera stars to Elton John and beyond.
hikingHiking and healing in the Himalayas: how India is embracing adventure therapy treksMay 10, 2023 • 3 min read
In 2022, an adventure therapy hike to the Himalayas was oversubscribed by 888%. Now, more Indian companies are offering the therapeutic approach.
wildlife and natureHow can I see the Six Forgotten Giants sculptures in Copenhagen?May 8, 2023 • 2 min read
Thomas Dambo’s sculptures of giants and trolls in and around Copenhagen have become a social-media sensation. Here’s how to find them.
train travelThis new train connection will get you from Orlando to Miami in three hoursMay 4, 2023 • 4 min read
In a major milestone, Brightline unveiled its newest station at Orlando International Airport, connecting Central and South Florida by rail.
train travelLos Angeles to San Francisco by sleeper train? It's happening in 2024May 4, 2023 • 4 min read
Next year, Dreamstar Lines hopes to channel the heyday of train travel with a glamorous overnight service between Los Angeles and San Francisco.
museumsNYC’s natural history museum gets an awe-inspiring new wingMay 4, 2023 • 4 min read
The new 230,000-sq-ft Gilder Center at the American Museum of Natural History is a beautiful new place to showcase the wonders of the natural world.
air travelThe US will drop its last COVID-19 rules for international travelers next weekMay 4, 2023 • 2 min read
Some COVID-19 restrictions are still in place for international passengers traveling to the United States.
festivals and eventsSydney will become an illuminated work of art as Vivid Sydney kicks off this monthMay 3, 2023 • 5 min read
The 2023 edition of the famous festival will bring famous chefs, leading thinkers and, of course, brilliant light shows to Sydney.
hotelsInside the incredible Norwegian hotel where “Succession” was filmedMay 2, 2023 • 3 min read
That drop-dead-gorgeous hotel in Norway recently seen in HBO’s “Succession”? Yes, it really exists.
air travelGet ready to apply for free flights to Hong Kong as next phase in giveaway opensApr 28, 2023 • 5 min read
Last year, the Hong Kong tourism board hatched a plan to encourage tourism by promising to give away half a million plane tickets to international visitors…
air travelWhy are flights so expensive this summer?Apr 28, 2023 • 3 min read
Getting sticker shock over summer airfares? The Points Guy’s Clint Henderson explains why prices have risen – and when they might recede.
hikingHike between Italy’s capitals of culture on a new trailApr 27, 2023 • 3 min read
A new hiking trail will connect the Italian cities of Bergamo and Brescia while passing Unesco World Heritage sites, Lake Iseo, three wine regions and more.
wildlife and natureBird enthusiasts are flocking to Alabama this summer - here's whyApr 26, 2023 • 3 min read
As the summer approaches, birding season is taking flight. Alabama is an ideal destination for observing feathered friends in their pristine natural habitats.
accessible travelGreece is making hundreds of beaches accessible to more peopleApr 26, 2023 • 3 min read
Travelers with mobility issues can count on a summer vacation in Greece, now that the country has pledged to make hundreds of its beaches accessible.
musicLiverpool is set to shine during Eurovision. Here’s why it’s worth a visitApr 24, 2023 • 5 min read
Liverpool is going to be on the map as it hosts the Eurovision Song Contest 2023. And that’s just one of the reasons to visit this fabulous English city.
national parksIt's almost time to see the synchronous fireflies at Great Smoky Mountains National ParkApr 21, 2023 • 4 min read
Each year, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park lights up with synchronous fireflies. Here’s how to score a pass to take in this magnificent spectacle.
national parksUS national parks will be free to enter on September 23 for National Public Lands DayApr 18, 2023 • 2 min read
National parks around the USA will be free to enter on September 23 for National Public Lands Day
cyclingNew Zealand is embracing cycling holidays with a network of new routesApr 18, 2023 • 4 min read
A planned waterfront bike path in Wellington is the latest addition to New Zealand’s nationwide network of trails, ideal for a vigorous cycling vacation.
archaeologyGet a sneak peek at the Grand Egyptian Museum as it starts limited guided toursApr 17, 2023 • 4 min read
The opening date of the long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum is still unconfirmed. But it’s now possible to book limited guided tours for a first peek.
national parksGoogle Maps is making it easier to explore national parksApr 14, 2023 • 3 min read
Google Maps is rolling out four updates to help travelers navigate national parks around the world, even if you're offline.