Tuesday, September 10, 2019

The best places to see fall colors in the US

Plus: 7 best day trips from Boston, The couple traveling all over the world - without ever boarding a plane & more -
 
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The changing colors can be over before you’ve even thought of traveling to the prime places to witness it. For foliage lovers who want to know where to go to see fall in all its finery, we’ve raked together a pile of the top leaf-peeping spots across the USA.

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7 best day trips from Boston
Boston is rich with historic sites, artistic venues, and outdoor adventure. But if you can’t get enough, there’s even more to discover in the surrounding areas - all within striking distance of the city and mostly accessible by train, boat, bike or bus.
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The couple traveling all over the world - without ever boarding a plane
Thankfully, more and more travelers are becoming eco-conscious, whether it’s taking steps to minimise their waste or finding greener ways to get around. One such example is French bloggers Julien and Margaux, a couple that has been on a leviathan mission to see the world without the use of planes.
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10 dos and don'ts for Airbnb hosts
Earlier this year, the accommodation-sharing platform announced it now offers six million listings around the world. If you’re considering welcoming guests, you’ll need to stand out from the crowd. We spoke to some Superhosts to find out the 'dos' and 'don’ts'.  
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How to survive the new ultra-longhaul flights that could last nearly 20 hours
A specially-outfitted, Airbus A350-900ULR (that’s for “ultra-long-range”) makes the eighteen hour and forty-five minute trip between Newark near New York and Changi in Singapore every day, departing at just after 10am and arriving just after 5pm the next day, local times. 
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Sunday, September 8, 2019

Tuck into Ultimate Eats for a tasty $24.99

And discover the world's top 500 food experiences – ranked!
 
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The world’s top 500 food experiences – ranked!

In this gastronomic bucket list, we rank the world’s top 500 food experiences – from Japan’s bullet train bento boxes and Mozambique’s piri-piri chicken to Israel’s shakshouka and San Sebastián’s pintxos bars.

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Friday, September 6, 2019

LAST CHANCE: Win a $5,000 Travel Goals pack to explore the world

Transform your life through travel in 2019
 
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We’ve teamed up with World Nomads to give you the chance of winning a AUD$5,000 Travel Goals pack—to help inspire you to create positive, life-changing travel experiences. The prize includes:

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  • A copy of Lonely Planet’s Travel Goals book – worth AUD$34.99

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Tuesday, September 3, 2019

Is your favorite destination on the world's friendliest cities list?

Plus: Your perfect travel partner based on your zodiac sign, Eight fabulous food halls from around the world & more -
 
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Vancouver has long been rated as one of the world's most liveable cities but it's just been recognised as the world's friendliest in a new international survey. Did your favorite destination make the list?

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Your perfect travel partner based on your zodiac sign
Everyone has different travel styles. Next time you’re considering someone as a possible travel companion, consult the stars to see how your zodiac signs affect compatibility.
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New statue of Barack Obama and his daughter Sasha unveiled in South Dakota
A new statue of former US president, Barack Obama, has been unveiled in South Dakota, and it's the product of two years of work by sculptor James Van Nuys. It depicts the 44th president waving to the crowd and holding his daughter Sasha’s hand.
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Eight fabulous food halls from around the world
Food halls have been earning major hype over the past decade or so, with new hotspots seemingly springing up every week. They’re paradise for the indecisive food-lover: you can take a nibble here and a nibble there until you’ve sated your belly and your curiosity. That’s our kind of meal.
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Travel by rail across 14 countries around the world
For travelers who want to explore the world by train, a newly-launched trip may be a dream come true for you. The 56-day trip also takes in some of the world's most famous train rides along the way, including the legendary Trans-Siberian Railway to Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia.
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