In the United States, there are nearly 800 designated wilderness areas. Wilderness habitats in the United States protect a variety of environments, including marshes, canyons, and desert lands. For visitors who want to have a wilderness experience, the following are places they can visit right here in the United States. Joshua Tree Wilderness The Colorado and Mojave Deserts converge… Read more →
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7 of Austin, Texas’ Best Restaurants
If you’re planning a trip to Austin, Texas, you may be curious about where to eat. In Austin, there are plenty of great restaurants to choose from. The following are the top 7 restaurants in Austin. Be sure to call ahead of time to confirm that the menu or hours of service haven’t changed recently. Josephine House Dinner, breakfast, brunch,… Read more →
5 Travel Books to Inspire You After the Pandemic
Join Pulitzer Prize winner and 20th-century literature titan John Steinbeck and his French poodle as they set out to rediscover America. Published in 1962, ride along with the duo across the highways of the country. Connect with loads of exciting people and places as he reflects on the changes America was experiencing. Read more →
Herd Immunity in Seychelles and Opening for Tourists
Although Seychelles has reached herd immunity, guidelines remain in place for visitors. A negative COVID-PCR test taken 72 hours before departure must be presented upon arrival. During their stay in Seychelles, tourists need to book accommodation in one of 700 certified tourism establishments. A reservation is an accredited tourism establishment that allows visitors to freely roam around all 115 islands and explore all its beautiful beaches and amazing natural wonders without any restrictions. Quarantine is no longer mandatory. Read more →
7 of Greece’s Best Travel Spots
Fans of British television may recognize Corfu’s island from a popular series depicting a British family’s relocation from London to Corfu during the 1930s. The island was never controlled by the Ottoman Empire but was instead under the British, Venetians, and French rule. These European powers’ influence is seen in Venetian fortresses and the grand palaces’ stunning island architecture. The beautiful architecture and multicultural history of Corfu make it a must-visit. Read more →
Hawaii to Soon Allow Vaccinated Tourists
Although most Hawaiian islands are following the state’s two-test protocols for flight arrivals, Kauai still maintains tighter controls. The small island requires that on top of the initial negative pre-arrival test, tourists must stay at a pre-approved property for a three-day quarantine, upon which they must test negative again. Read more →
Tips for Taking Your First Road Trip
Finally, try to prioritize what you’re going to do on your trip. Is your goal just to see as much as possible? If so, you’re going to want to spend less on lodging and food so you can see more sites. Is comfort the goal? Be prepared to skip some roadside attractions to keep your wallet healthy. You can do an awful lot on a road trip, but no one can do it all, so make sure that you have a plan that will allow you to do the most important things. Read more →
Why International Travel Should Be Reconsidered This Year
The European Union of countries has shut down its borders from all other countries. Not even Britain is allowed to fly tourists into France and Germany after Brexit and the high COVID numbers Britain has experienced. These countries won’t even admit business “tourists” via plane, so any place you would want to go that is part of the EU is closed to you anyway. Read more →
A Travel Kit for the COVID-19 Era
Like so much of our lives, travel has been severely impacted by COVID-19. For many months, it was simply impossible to travel as global communities instituted lockdowns and closed borders to keep their citizens safe. As we learn to live with the pandemic, and as travel slowly resumes in some places, it can be helpful to have a travel toolkit… Read more →
How to Plan an Enjoyable Staycation
In the middle of a pandemic, traveling far away to go on vacation simply isn’t possible, leading to many people feeling stressed out from ongoing work. However, an alternative to traditional holidays has been found by many, called staycations. Staycations allow people to take time off work and school to enjoy themselves even when they are at home. Consider these… Read more →