Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Nakation on a budget at these Florida nudist resorts

Plus: Get paid to be a food tester for the NBA, The bear crowned Alaska's fattest in Fat Bear Week & more -
 
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Meet Ken-kun, the manager of Inu no Yakiimoyasan, or “Dog’s Roasted Sweet Potato Stand.” Located in a small neighborhood in Sapporo, on the island of Hokkaido in northern Japan, Ken-kun eagerly waits to assist hungry customers. Despite the popularity of cute things in Japan, this is the only well-known food stand to be managed entirely by a dog.

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Nakation on a budget at these Florida nudist resorts
Don’t spend a fortune visiting a nude beach in Europe or a clothing-optional resort in the Caribbean when you can turn your attention to good ol’ Florida. The Sunshine State is widely known for swamps and Disney World, which is why many are unaware that it’s a gold mine of naturalist resorts and bars.
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My solo flight: how my cancer diagnosis spurred on my travel challenge
Amanda Harrison wanted to be a pilot from a young age. However, when reading about the aviators discovering the world, she saw this as an industry only open to those from a wealthy background. That all changed when she read about Amy Johnson, who became the first female pilot to fly solo from England to Australia in May 1930. Keen to follow in Amy’s footsteps, Amanda was waiting for the right time to start her Solo2Darwin challenge when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. This is Amanda’s story of how cancer spurred on her travel plans.
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Get paid to be a food tester for the NBA
From the pre-game hype to the post-game interviews, not to mention all the action in between, there’s nothing like an NBA outing to get you pumped. There’s just one problem: the costs can be prohibitive, especially if you’re on a budget.
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From tropical forests to rooftop bars: how to spend a perfect weekend in Panama City
A weekend in Panama City offers much more than the canal. Panama’s capital is home to island escapades, ravishing rooftops and tropical cuisines. The hardest part of the weekend trip will be deciding where to begin, so here’s our suggestions for how to spend the perfect weekend in Panama City.
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The bear crowned Alaska's fattest in Fat Bear Week
When it comes to bears, the bigger the better, but only in Alaska are they pitted against each other, March Madness-style, to determine which is the fattest in the land.
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A Game of Thrones director is creating a Halloween experience in Dublin
Dublin is the setting for a new horror experience this Halloween, one that's dredged from the macabre imagination of Game of Thrones and Westworld director Neil Marshall.
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Friday, October 11, 2019

Eight destinations for an eco-friendly escape

Plus: How to reduce your use of plastic on a trip & more -
 
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Well-planned, sustainable travel can be a force for good – good for the environment, for the local people, and for ourselves. It requires thought and planning, but traveling sustainably offers the priceless opportunity to experience the riches of our planet all while helping to preserve them for future generations.

In this new collection of content we highlight ways our travel choices can benefit the places we visit. We present unforgettable journeys and experiences that have a low environmental impact, and explore destinations that are doing their part to minimize the impact of tourism on the environment.

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How to reduce your use of plastic on a trip
Plastic's devastating effect on the environment is making ever bigger headlines, yet our pledge of plastic free living is often forgotten on holiday when the convenience can be particularly tempting. Packing a reusable water bottle and carry bag is a step in a more sustainable direction, but there are many more ways to reduce plastic pollution as a traveler.
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Eight destinations for an eco-friendly escape
Deciding to adopt a sustainable tourism ethos doesn’t mean vowing never to take another flight or to only travel to off-the-radar locales. Instead, invest your wanderlust in places that are rolling out initiatives to minimise the impact of tourism on the environment.
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9 ways you can be a more responsible cruise passenger
The lure of cruising is easy to understand – sprawling ocean vistas, a salty breeze gently tousling your hair and the promise of exotic locales on the horizon. Here are nine personal choices you can make to ensure your cruise experience is as responsible as possible, both on the high seas and on dry land
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How artificial intelligence is helping these companies protect the world's wildlife
Achieving ethical travel goals has become a pressing ambition for many of us who wish to protect our vulnerable environment while still exploring the world. Artificial intelligence (AI), and the continuous advances in technology, are allowing governments, organizations, and individuals to work toward a cleaner planet; on land, across air and in water.
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Tuesday, October 8, 2019

The top 7 vegan restaurants around the San Francisco Bay Area

Plus: Why you should travel solo while in a relationship & more -
 
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It’s a common misconception that solo travel is reserved for single people. Lonely Planet writer Kay Rodriguez begs to differ. Over the past 6 years of her relationship, she's traveled solo to dozens of countries across five continents, including three long trips that spanned four months or more.

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Where to find winter sun in Europe
The idea of winter in Europe is not so bad: frosty forest trails, snow-capped mountains and cosy log cabins sound lovely. But when the reality mostly consists of gloomy clouds, biting winds and grey sludge with a side of hail, it might be time to look at other, warmer options.
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St Helena: a storied history told through the world’s most remote distillery
The St Helena Distillery, named after its island home, is the world’s most remote distillery. Not only is this the only maker of spiced rum and prickly pear schnapps between Southern Africa and Brazil, but its products are liquid summaries of the South Atlantic island’s history and environment.
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Bean hunting: 9 of the best coffee spots in Munich right now
Munich roasts a lot of coffee. The city is home to many local brands – several with inner-city roasteries and flagship stores. We’ve filtered out some of the best so you can just show up and sip down.
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The top 7 vegan restaurants around the San Francisco Bay Area
From technology to gastronomy, the Bay Area has never shied away from leading the way. Luckily for vegans that means countless eateries with menus full of plant-based burgers, meat-free Mexican, Asian cuisines and dairy-free desserts. Here's our list of best vegan restaurants around the San Francisco Bay Area.
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Tickets for the World's Largest Christmas Light Maze just went on sale
For those who love the Christmas holidays, it's never too early to start planning—especially when giant mazes featuring thousands upon thousands of twinkling little lights are involved.
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Economy airline seats might be about to get more comfortable
Economy passengers can usually only dream of larger seats and increased legroom, but this may become a reality in the US, thanks to a review of plane safety rules. The Federal Aviation Administration is planning to conduct 12 days of evacuation testing in November with 720 volunteers, to work out how easily passengers could exit an aircraft in an emergency.
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