| | Dakhla, Morocco. Tajikistan. The Haida Gwaii Islands. These are a few of the world’s most overlooked destinations and they also happen to be on Intrepid Travel’s just released Not Hot List. Designed to address and combat over-tourism which is increasingly becoming a global issue this list contains lesser-discovered countries, regions and cities that are worth the jaunt. | | |
 | | The top 10 places to see cherry blossoms in the US | | With the emergence of their fluffy, delicate flowers, cherry blossom trees are a springtime symbol to behold. So much that within the United States there are festivals that celebrate their appearance and places where one can simply take in their natural beauty. As another blooming season approaches, make a visit to these locations across the country. | | | | | |
 | | Top 20 free things to do in Tokyo | | Exploring Japan's capital is a mind-blowing experience, but it can also blow your budget. Don't despair – there’s an abundance of things to do and see in Tokyo that don’t cost a single yen. From gardens and temples to contemporary art, sumo practice and a world-famous fish market, here's Tokyo's best free attractions. | | | | | |
 | | Would you sign up for adult summer camp for a digital detox? | | As technology becomes an ever-increasing presence in our day-to-day life, the thought of a device-free getaway becomes more and more tempting. One company is capitalizing on that sentiment with programming to help balance the need for screens with a healthy dose of time offline – first and foremost, an adult summer camp that requires its attendees to completely unplug. | | | | | |
 | | Why Rome is building a barrier in front of one of its most iconic sights | | From movies like 1954’s Three Coins in the Fountain and 2010’s When in Rome, the magic of Rome has long drawn tourists to toss coins into the Trevi Fountain. But these days, with overtourism plaguing the city, the mayor has officially announced plans to build a barrier around the baroque landmark. | | | | | |
 | | Spending diary: what I spent on a two-day trip to Rio de Janeiro | | My girlfriend has this annoying habit of living in Rio de Janeiro, while I have a tendency to live in London. The only upside to us both cursing the Atlantic Ocean for getting between us is that at least I get to visit the Cidade Maravilhosa (Marvelous City) regularly. | | | | | |
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| | In this era of flight shaming, eco-anxiety and climate activism, no one can ignore the fact that flying is terrible for the environment. But the aviation industry isn’t going anywhere. In fact, it’s growing. With global passenger numbers set to double by 2037, something has to change, fast. Friends of the Earth say "green aviation isn’t a thing" – but could it be? Here’s how airlines are showcasing their eco credentials and what it all means for the future of air travel. | | |
 | | Why Jordan should be your next diving and snorkeling destination | | Home to a kaleidoscopic array of marine life, the Red Sea boasts some of the world’s most coveted coral gardens, reefs and sunken wrecks that are perfect for scuba diving and snorkeling. While most travelers head to Egypt or Israel, Lonely Planet editor Christina Webb decided to take a trip to Jordan instead, to the city of Aqaba, where she found a spectacular marine park sitting pretty on the country’s tiny, yet marvelous, slice of coastline. | | | | | |
 | | How to do Berlin on a budget | | Berlin is a vibrant city, longing to be explored: a sprawling metropolis with a multitude of historic sites, an eclectic mix of fascinating subcultures, an intriguing array of distinctive neighborhoods, and seemingly endless possibilities to enjoy local and world cuisine. It's also a city that's easily experienced on a budget, with countless opportunities to make the most of your time in the German capital without breaking the bank. | | | | | |
 | | 11 ancient sites to visit for the spring equinox | | For millennia, ancient sites around the world have helped humans mark the spring equinox – which signified the start of warming days, crop preparation, religious significance and symbolic rebirth. Join in on the March 19, 2020 festivities with a visit to one of these 11 ancient sites to usher in the season. | | | | | |
 | | Literary hotels around the world for the perfect bookish vacation | | Do you go on vacation with a full suitcase of books (or at least a jam-packed ebook reader)? Is the best part of any trip the delicious downtime to work your way through the to-read pile? If so, it may be time to reserve a stay in one of these book-themed hotels for a reading holiday to remember. | | | | | |
 | | From planes to crayons, these fun factory tours go behind the scenes | | Whether you’re a super fan or are just generally curious, companies around the US – some that have been in business for decades, and in some cases, for over a century – are offering a fresh new way to experience their goods. Visiting the factory offers insight on how a product comes to life, usually in a hands-on, interactive and fun way. From Cape Cod potato chips to PEZ candies, these 11 factory tours are worth a visit. | | | | | |
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| We’re moving! To help us deliver a better service, we're shifting our warehouse from Oakland to the (slightly) more centrally located Chicago. We'll be shipping orders up until Monday Feb 24, and restart dispatching on Tuesday March 3 from our brand new digs.
We get that this is a nuisance, so for the next couple of weeks our book+ebook bundles will be at regular print prices. This means you'll get the ebook straight away, so whether you're on the daily commute or just relaxing at home, you'll have the world at your fingertips. To boot, you'll have a back up digital copy on your device when you hit the road.
Pick up some bundles as part of our regular 3 for 2 deal while the going is good. Just be sure to select the book+ebook bundle when you add to cart, and rest assured we'll get your books out to you as soon as we can.
From the whole team, thanks for your patience.
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