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Local Dishes That Surprise Travelers
It starts with that first whiff drifting through a market or a noisy street corner the stuff you think you know, then something wild in the mix that raises an eyebrow. Familiar signposts like Italian pizza or Texas barbecue? Sure, you’ll hunt those down. And yet, almost without fail, it’s the curveball eats that wedge themselves into your memory. The side-street specialties, the odd old-home favorites with ingredients you need Google just to identify those are the stories that hitch a ride all the way home. Vacations blur together, but the moment you bravely tasted something you couldn’t pronounce or named the animal only from context? That stuff lingers, with…
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How to Stay Connected and Safe While Traveling
Traveling the world is one of life’s greatest pleasures, and one of life’s more expensive pleasures, too. The sometimes-prohibitive cost of flights to far-flung destinations isn’t enough to deter this travel-mad country, though, if recent figures are anything to go by. You’re reading this because you have designs on a long-term trip for the ages. You’re also reading this because you’re not sure how to go about it. While we don’t have room for all the answers here, what we do have room for is advice on one of the least-addressed topics in modern tourism: online safety. Pickpockets and street scammers are de rigeur abroad; what about the digital scammers,…
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Budget-friendly weekend activities for couples
Weekends are precious. You’ve both been working hard all week, so when Saturday rolls around, you want to make the most of your days off together without splashing out. The good news? You don’t have to spend a lot to have a great experience. There are plenty of simple, enjoyable things you can do on a budget that’ll bring you closer and help you unwind. Take a nature walk Nothing beats getting outside and enjoying a change of scenery. A nature walk gives you both the chance to relax, chat and get some fresh air. It doesn’t matter if it’s a local park or a scenic nature reserve, just pick…
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The Best UK Day Trips and Weekend Getaways
You don’t have to book an expensive trip abroad to unwind and get away from the office this summer. The UK boasts hundreds of charming towns and villages and scenic countryside to explore, whether you have a single day or a whole weekend. In this guide, we’ve compiled some of the best short trips the country has to offer to help you decide on your next getaway. Nearby Natural Spaces Spending time outdoors has real benefits for both body and mind. Walking in woods or along country paths can help you unwind away from screens, improving your mood. Most people in the UK don’t need to venture too far to enjoy…
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What To Pack For A Walking Tour
If you’re visiting a new and unfamiliar part of the world, then you might find that the best way to get from one place to the next is by walking. Many destinations are designed to be navigated on foot, and by doing so, you’ll be able to enjoy an up-close experience, without the barrier of a car door or a train cabin getting in the way. But, as rewarding as these kinds of trips can be, they can often also be exhausting – especially if you haven’t equipped the right gear. Fortunately, with a little planning, you can avoid this problem, and get the most from your adventures on two…
