Hiker's paradise - six essential walking trips

Travelers looking to extend their summer can now treat themselves to a trip to Hawaii this fall thanks to these major discounts. Hawaiian Airlines'«Switch Up Your Surroundings» fare sale, is offering discounted one-way airfares to and from many popular destinations in Hawaii — with fares starting at $119 Some of the biggest deals on the one-way fares include:

When most travelers think of Peru, they conjure up images of majestic mountains, rainforests, dense jungles and the remains of its ancient civilization that once prevailed throughout the South American country.

Despite producing some truly delicious pineapples—and the only pineapples grown in Europe—Portugal’s Azores islands aren’t particularly well suited to growing the fruit. Which is why the third-generation owner of Herdade do Ananás (“pineapple estate”) has opted to diversify the family business.

With destinations ranging from the pristine beaches of Rincón to the birdwatching paradise of Bosque Estatal de Guánica, the western reaches of Puerto Rico are home to a spectacular array of natural attractions—but for those wishing to stick closer to San Juan, there’s no shortage of gorgeous escapes to explore less than an hour outside of city limits. And for anyone hoping to combine spectacular ecotourism experiences with world-class hospitality, there’s no beating Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve.

Germany, birthplace of the autobahn, is a wonderful country for driving tours. It’s big and varied enough to allow longer, more ambitious trips, yet has plenty of small, distinctive regions begging for in-depth exploration. Throw in a superb road network (including over 13,000km of autobahnen), an orderly and predictable driving culture and a wealth of rental options, and you’ve got everything you need for a driving holiday.

If seeing the seven wonders of the world is on your bucket list, then group-travel operator, Contiki, wants to help you achieve this dream by paying your rent while you do it. With the company’s new Jordan trip, it now has itineraries to all of the “new” Seven Wonders of the World. To get the savings, book each of Contiki’s trips to the seven wonders (these are individual trips that visit the Taj Mahal, Great Wall of China, Christ the Redeemer, Chichen Itza, Machu Picchu, Petra, and the Colosseum) and then prove your rent amount with your rental agreement. Contiki is offering a savings of up to $2,840, the national average of rent for two months.

Last week, I wrote about my upcoming round-the-world trip, which I had been planning for several months (here’s the story). My friends and family were concerned about me going to Asia amid the Wuhan coronavirus outbreak. Of course, I had some concerns, too. After asking for answers to the question “Should I cancel my trip to Asia?” on both my website and my Facebook page, I was shocked by how many people said that I should cancel. Some of the comments were coming from big-time travelers, including executives of Asian airlines.

In stressful times like this global pandemic, it’s easy to get caught up in fear, confusion, and the never-ending news cycle. But perhaps the best way to escape it all is to mentally dive into a good vacation. Researching your dream trip of choice is a helpful reminder that the world will go back to normal again—and when it does, you’ll have a decisive plan of action for a trip you’re excited to take. Whether it’s a new type of travel for you (sailing, hiking, train itineraries, or road tripping) or a destination you’re unfamiliar with, now’s the time to tackle all your wildest travel ambitions.

There aren’t many places in the world where you can enjoy a glass of local shiraz while kangaroos feed and play in the vineyards nearby. The Hunter Valley is one of them.

Berlin is surrounded by the forest-filled, lake-spotted state of Brandenburg, which offers year-round respite from the streets of the capital. Forest walks, cycling routes, dips in the lake, historic sites and much more are all within easy reach, sometimes still within the city’s boundaries.

Summer has arrived in Paris, and the world with it. By day, international hordes pile into the Musée d’Orsay to catch the final month of the blockbuster “Manet / Degas” exhibition as throngs surround the closed, fire-damaged Notre Dame Cathedral to snap any possible selfies. By night, the available picnic space quickly disappears on the lawns of the Champ de Mars and its direct view of the Eiffel Tower.

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