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Tourism in Sri Lanka has emerged as one its leading industries. Beaches have played an integral role in pulling in crowds seeking undiscovered tropical destinations. Nicknamed the pearl of the Orient, Sri Lanka is a dazzling gem in the cobalt blue indigo sea. Known to the outer world for its beautiful beaches, ancient heritage sites, [...]
The midnight thump and clunk of railway carriages being uncoupled and shunted in a station somewhere in central Europe is not in itself romantic. But add in that this is the night train between Paris and Venice, and that you’re tucked up in bed six feet off the floor, and everything’s somehow more exciting. . The opposite [...]
What are the most amazing natural wonders on the planet? It’s a question I got asked today by the good folks at Australia’s Sunrise program. They wanted to know how Australia’s candidates stack up. You see, the ‘New 7 Wonders’ project, having tackled the question of what the world’s greatest wonders are, is now turning its attention [...]
Ditch modern civilisation and go wild! (Just be responsible about it.) In this excerpt from Lonely Planet’s 1000 Ultimate Experiences, we’ve got the top 10 feel-good sustainable travel experiences. 1. National parks volunteer, USA Fall asleep to a chorus of wolf calls and count bears as your neighbours by volunteering at one of the USA’s national parks. Volunteering [...]
Don’t believe the photographs – these must-sees are so dazzling up close you have to see them in real life! In this excerpt from Lonely Planet’s 1000 Ultimate Experiences, we take you to the world’s top 10 parks and preserves. 1. Namib Naukluft National Park, Namibia The steaming sands of Namib Naukluft National Park are the most [...]
Spindly cypresses rise from a swamp in Everglades National Park, home to many plants and animals found nowhere else. Occupying an area of land larger than the state of Delaware, the Everglades National Park was dedicated in 1947 to protect the landscape, plants, and animals in the area. The Everglades is home to over a [...]
Elephants roam Kenya’s Samburu National Park, one of many destinations for viewing wildlife in the East African nation. Kenya’s wildlife—along with its variety of landscapes and rich culture—has long been the country’s major draw for tourists. If you base yourself at the Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club, located near the Mount Kenya National Park and [...]
An exhilarating driving experience, this twisting, cliff-hugging, 123-mile (198-kilometer) route along the central California coast takes about five hours to complete at a leisurely pace. Designated an All-American Road—among the nation’s most scenic—the drive encompasses both the Big Sur Coast Highway and the San Luis Obispo North Coast Byway. Overview The route starts in historic [...]
Barcelona’s La Sagrada Familia cathedral is still under construction nearly a century after architect Antoni Gaudí’s death in 1926. Photograph by Ken Kochey, National Geographic Situated between the Mediterranean and the Serra de Collserola hills, Barcelona—Spain’s second largest city—may also be its best loved. It’s rich in history but full of cutting-edge design. You can [...]
In operation for over a century, Seattle’s iconic Pike Place Market showcases farmers and craftspeople, as well as businesses and restaurants. With its lush greenery, Seattle has been nicknamed “The Emerald City.” Located on both Lake Washington and Puget Sound, there are plenty of outdoor attractions. Don’t miss out on the famous meatloaf sandwiches at [...]