Tuesday, June 5, 2018

Top tips for taking a cruise with kids

Plus: how to be a reef-safe traveler, where to find the biggest and best of Abu Dhabi & more
 
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The cruise business is booming – and so are the options for families who want to enjoy the comfort and charm of travel by sea. Here are eight tips to take on board – geddit? – before you embark.

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How to be a reef-safe traveler
The world’s coral reefs are dying. Here’s what you can do as a traveler to help save these underwater ecosystems. From eating sustainable seafood to choosing the right kind of sunscreen, there’s lots of ways to make a difference.
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Where to find the biggest and best of Abu Dhabi
From the world's most expensive mosque to the world's fastest rollercoaster, Abu Dhabi doesn't do things by halves – so you'd better go big (or go home).
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Just back from: Botswana
Lonely Planet’s Matt Phillips is just back from a wildlife adventure in Botswana. He reflects on the once-in-a-lifetime safari experiences he had – from tracking elephants in a private reserve to taking a traditional canoe trip through the Okavango Delta and quad biking through Makgadikgadi, the largest network of salt pans in the world.
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Cantabria: northern Spain’s land of unexpected delights
Hidden on the Iberian Peninsula's north coast, Cantabria offers a different vision of Spain – and this fascinating region is still largely unknown to outsiders.
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The High Line: highlights and tips on NYC's elevated park
Find out how to get the most out of a visit to the High Line, an urban renewal project that has become one of the Big Apple's most beloved attractions.
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Sunday, June 3, 2018

Win an epic 12-day adventure across Europe

Explore nine countries in this action-packed adventure
 
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Win an epic 12-day adventure across Europe

We've teamed up with Contiki and Society 19 to give you the chance of winning a European journey of a lifetime—touring nine countries in 12 days!

On this group tour, you'll discover some of Europe's best sights and experiences, from raising a stein in a Munich beer hall to exploring the breathtaking Austrian Alps.

The prize includes:
  • 12-day trip for one on Contiki's European Discovery Trip
  • $1,000 toward your airfare
  • $200 to spend on Lonely Planet's shop
  • $300 to spend on inflatable floaties on Chillbo

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NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER TO WIN. This promotion is open to those aged 18 years or older at the commencement date of the promotion. Void where prohibited. Promotion runs through 11:59 p.m. (EDT) on June 16, 2018. Please read the official rules which govern this giveaway.
 
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Friday, June 1, 2018

Win a one-month European rail pass

Explore the best of Europe with unlimited train travel
 
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Welcome aboard our Best in Europe competition

From surfing Portugal’s spectacular coastline to partying until dawn in Berlin and hunting for treasures in Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, many of Europe’s top experiences are just a train ride (or two) away.

That’s why, to celebrate this year’s Best in Europe, we’ve teamed up with Eurail.com to give you the chance of winning a one-month European rail pass. There are ten to give away, and with unlimited travel included, you’re free to explore however – and wherever – you want!

To enter, tell us in 25 words or less which European destination you’d most like to visit, and why.

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NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER TO WIN. This is a global competition open to those who are 18 years of age or older and is void where prohibited. Must have a valid passport needed for travel. Competition closes at 23:59 BST, 6 July 2018. Special conditions and blackout dates will apply. Please read the official rules which govern this giveaway.
 
 
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