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4 Amazing Destinations Less Than a 6-Hour Flight from New York
New York is the city that never sleeps, and there’s always something new or exciting to do, regardless of the season. That said, all New Yorkers can use a change of scenario now and then, and you don’t need to travel far to get it. There are some incredible travel destinations within only 6 hours of New York by plane. Regardless of whether you want to escape to a tropical beach or explore the icy landscapes of the north, here are five excellent options. Iceland It’s hard to believe that you can be in such a different place, both physically and culturally, in just six hours. The island of Iceland…
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Why Western Canada is Perfect for A Dream Holiday
Canada may feel far away, but it’s actually closer than it seems. Even Vancouver, which is right on the west coast, is only an nine hour journey from London, and the flight schedules are usually perfect to stroll off the plane just in time for dinner. In the six hundred miles between Vancouver and Calgary there is such a variety of terrain and weather conditions that you’re guaranteed to find something for everyone. Vancouver Vancouver regularly places near the top in lists of most pleasant places to live in the world, and walking around the city it’s easy to see why. From the shops downtown to the historic buildings in…
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VISITING THE COLORFUL TEMPLES OF BANGKOK
At first glance, Bangkok can look gentrified because of the neon-lit streets and the abundance of high rises. That’s why many people are shocked to learn that there are more than 400 temples in Bangkok. Many of them date back to the 15th century, carrying significant traces of the history of Thailand. Obviously, your brain would explode if you attempted to visit all the temples in only a few days. So, we are going to talk about the most significant and stunning temples in Bangkok. A REMINDER ABOUT THE RULES OF THE TEMPLES IN THAILAND When you fly into Bangkok without doing a bit of research about the Buddhist customs,…
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Traveling Made Easy in 2020 – Great Apps to Help You Prepare
Traveling is an exciting hobby where you get to experience new things and see amazing sights. While one of the perks to being a tourist is relaxing and pampering yourself, planning your trip can be a very stressful event that can go from bad to worse if you have poor organizational skills. Fortunately, there are many useful tools and resources out there that can make trip planning much easier, such as trip planning apps you can download on your iOS or Android device. List of 10 Apps for Trip Planning To make the most out of your upcoming trip, take the time to search for the top travel apps currently…
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Why You Should Have A Luxury Ski Holiday in Oetztal, Austria
I’m a firm believer that everyone should experience a luxury holiday at least once in their life. It’s important to take care of ourselves, and to from time to time treat ourselves to a great holiday. After all, we deserve it. Whether it’s the snowy mountains of the Valley, the adventure that awaits outside the slopes or the luxurious relaxation rooms with the mountain views, luxury holidays in Oetztal, Austria have something for everyone. Why Oetztal? Oetztal Valley takes its name from the village of Oetz which sits at the entrance of the valley. This small village, called “Ez” in Oetztal dialect as the Oetz Tourism website mentions, boasts the…
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Planning a trip to Paris in 2020
Next year my lovely daughter will have her sixteenth birthday. I want to do something really special with her to mark this milestone. We plan to take a girls’ trip to Paris. I last visited Paris as a teenager myself. My memories are sketchy ones of the Eiffel Tower and the Sacre-Couer. I should confess now that I missed out on Notre Dame completely leaving the teachers and heading for a market to buy cheap perfume. So as we are planning our trip to Paris, we are researching the places we would like to go on the Voyage Prive website and by reading various travel guides. Notre-Dame It seems only…
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How to make your airport experience less stressful
So, you’ve just booked your trip to that sunny destination you’ve been dreaming about for years. It’s been a long time coming and you can’t wait to be on your way! However, there is something you’re not looking forward to, that dreadful part of the journey that most people dislike, the thing that’s between you and your dream holiday: the airport. The long queues, large crowds, grumpy people and overpriced meals are something that starts to make you feel stressed and overwhelmed even before you’ve reached the airport. But what if I told you that there are ways to make your airport experience less stressful and even … pleasant? Let’s…
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6 of the Best Wildlife Encounters
Incredible worldwide wildlife experiences and adventures in nature. Head out on a wildlife holiday for an experience full of beauty and excitement, striking animals, exotic plants and a once in a lifetime adventures. Thanks to the rising popularity of nature documentaries like Sir David Attenborough’s famous Planet Earth, it’s become apparent that wildlife is a really popular holiday type. The global travel industry, with a renewed focus on sustainability and responsible tourism, now offers worldwide adventures that allow tourists to experience wildlife like they haven’t before. Almost half of global tourism is made up of wildlife holidays, in no small part thanks to the ready availability of long-haul flights to…
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Youth hostels for family holidays
Are youth hostels good for family holidays? Last Wednesday, we set off for a short break at Hartington Youth Hostel in Derbyshire. This was our first time in a youth hostel so we were unsure whether it would suit our family or not. I am delighted to report that we had the most marvelous time and will be becoming members of the Youth Hostel Association because we want more of the same please. Youth hostels for family holidays are about making the best memories. When we arrived in the beautiful countryside of the Peak District, we were already in great moods. It felt lovely to be escaping various stresses for…
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Dream USA destinations for the future
When I was a child, I dreamed of visiting the USA. Of course, Disneyland was top of my list but in those days it seemed out of reach for ordinary families like ours. It was not things like visa requirements that stopped us then. It was simply a case of not having enough money. We should never give up on our fantasies and I did make it to Disneyland and the other Orlando theme parks with my own son. The opportunity came up so unexpectedly and we had to move fast to sort out things like ESTA and our passports. We had a fantastic mother and son quality time together…
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Trips with the girls are good for you
While many of us might be content with eating a little more responsibly and cutting down on our alcohol intake when we’re on a health kick, there is one important thing that we often neglect – friendships can be just as vital to our health as our eating and drinking habits. Indeed, positive social connections have been proven to not only increase life expectancy but can even help us to tolerate greater levels of pain and ward off dementia! Trips with the girls are proven to be good for you! The more time we spend with people whose company we genuinely enjoy, the greater levels of oxytocin are released into…
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Winter in the Sun for happy holidays
Holidays aren’t just a summer activity. Winter is a time of year where it’s easy to get a bit glum, particularly if you’re not getting enough sunshine. If you’re feeling a bit under the weather, then you can deal with it by booking the right winter break. But what does a great winter break look like, and what are the best reasons for booking one? Let’s look for winter in the sun! Winter in the sun If you decide to go away to somewhere sunny during winter – whether it’s a tropical beach resort or an alpine ski chalet, then you’ll benefit from increased vitamin D. Exposure to sunlight will…
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BEST WINE REGIONS TO VISIT
If you are a foodie who likes to taste the terroir whilst on holiday, then don’t miss out on these six destinations every wine connoisseur needs to visit. Here are 6 of the best wine regions to visit in the world. Marlborough, New Zealand Situated in the largest and leading wine growing region in New Zealand, The Marlborough Lodge is a South Island boutique hotel that’s the stuff of oenophile dreams. Part of the extensive grounds is home to a vineyard – growing the world-famous Marlborough sauvignon blanc grapes – and the hotel’s head gardener can take you on a tour that’s a wonderful introduction to the region’s most famous…
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Tips to stay in a positive mindset whilst travelling
I can vouch for the fact that travelling long-term is so different from going on a short holiday. There are joys and challenges to taking that leap of faith in going travelling. Mental health is vital and I was delighted to be offered the chance to share this guest post from Nadia on tips to stay in a positive mindset whilst travelling long-term. “Long term travel is fantastic but it can take a toll on your life. If you plan to take a long term trip, it is very important to maintain a healthy mindset. This can be tricky at times – being away from your family and friends can…
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Places to propose in Europe this Summer
Summer is officially just around the corner, and many of us have been looking forward to lighter evenings, longer days, and some free time spent in the sunshine. Couples all over the world will be getting ready for their summer break and there’s nothing more romantic than a holiday proposal. So, if you’re planning to pop the question yourself this year, Angelic Diamonds have rounded up a selection of some of the most romantic and quirky places to propose in Europe. 1. Places to propose in Europe – Petřín Hill – Prague – Peaceful Petrin is centred around this hillside park, where secluded gardens and winding pathways lead to…
