| | It's easy for a workout routine to fall by the wayside when traveling. Fitness fanatic and world traveler Sheree Millington has rounded up eight of the most unusual fitness classes around the world to help you experience a destination while moving your body and working up a sweat. From energetic morning raves to downright doggy yoga, you’ll be amazed at the ingenuity of these unique workouts. | | |
 | | The expert's ultimate backpacking bucket list | | Backpacking is an exciting, budget-friendly way to travel that allows you to connect with local communities and the world around you. And the best part about backpacking is it’s the most diverse way to travel! Warm or cold climates, islands or mountain tops, solo or part of a group; here are Gabby Beckford of Packs Light’s best destinations and experiences to tick off your backpacking bucket list. | | | | | |
 | | Astrotourists love these Dark Sky Communities for urban stargazing | | Though we have mapped and explored some of Earth's most far-flung destinations, the stars above remain out of reach. The night sky still fascinates, inviting us to wonder at the mysterious Milky Way and trace the ancient stories spelled out in constellations. It's possible to look up from wherever we are each night. But as light pollution creeps across the globe, many travelers seek the world's dark corners, where celestial sights still glow bright. It's no wonder that astrotourism is on the rise. | | | | | |
 | | How you can help koalas and other animals devastated by Australian bushfires | | With southern Australia experiencing the worst bushfires on record, the area’s already-endangered koala population has faced tough, unforeseen challenges. Recent reports state that the beloved marsupials are some of more than 1 billion animals that are estimated to die due to the blazes. There are ways that that the public can help however, in the form of donations and support. | | | | | |
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| | Starting 2020 with the intention of booking that bucket-list trip, only to find your pockets don’t run as deep as you had hoped? Don’t despair—there are countless ways to save money, from home swaps to being savvy when it comes to food choices. Here's our guide to making your travel money go further, so you have more to spend when you get there. | | |
 | | Best night train journeys to take in 2020 | | If you have a long way to go, don’t unthinkingly jump on a plane. An overnight train ride is a far more fun, immersive and eco-friendly way to travel—better for you and for the planet. | | | | | |
 | | 5 unmissable foodie experiences in Europe | | Filled with gastronomic delights, Europe is an endless foodie buffet. From one city to the next, with establishments ranging from historic to high end, travelers are spoiled for choice with an ever-changing menu of options. Here are five standout culinary experiences across the continent, from Dubrovnik to Helsinki. | | | | | |
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| Whether you see yourself wandering along a deserted white sand beach, immersing yourself in a completely different culture, or learning a new skill in a new locale, New Year’s is the perfect time to kickstart planning your ultimate trip. Our new Hub is packed with articles, stories and videos on the best places to go in every month of the year, essential advice on how to budget for a round-the-world trip—and features an unmissable competition. | | |
| Win a 10-day Italian & Austrian tour for two | | | | |
We’ve teamed up with Intrepid to give you the chance of winning an Italian & Austrian tour for two. On this 10-day tour, you’ll spend two days in Salzburg, where you will discover why we chose it for the number 1 city in the world to see in 2020. The prize package includes: To enter, tell us in 255 characters or less why 2020 is your year for a big getaway. | | |
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| | | TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 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 January 31, 2020 11:59 pm North America Pacific Time. Please read the official rules which govern this competition. | |
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