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Top Cities in Canada to Visit Last year, iBestTravel named Canada our Destination of the Year — and for good reason. With awe-inspiring national parks, unsung wine regions, and pristine coastlines, it offers an array of rural, outdoor-focused adventures. However, the cities don’t disappoint either. Moreover, when we asked iBestTravel readers which ones stood out…
Lionsgate Movie World: A New Vertical Theme Park in China Things were simpler in 2012. We didn’t have Laurel or Yanny. The most decisive debate was Team Edward or Team Jacob. However, now the debate is about to be reignited. The world’s first vertical theme park, Lionsgate Movie World, is set to open in Zhuhai,…
The Impressive Transformation of Norwegian Joy Last month, Norwegian Cruise Line unveiled its latest ship: the 3,800-passenger Norwegian Joy, which is currently plying the waters of Alaska’s Inside Passage. However, Joy isn’t really new at all. Built two years ago, the ship was originally designed specifically for the booming Chinese cruise market. Joy enjoyed great…
Experience Frank Lloyd Wright’s Still Bend in Wisconsin Two Rivers, Wisconsin, a small vacation town on the shores of Lake Michigan, hides a unique treasure: one of designer Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpieces. This architectural gem is available to rent. The Masterpiece: Still Bend The home, known as Still Bend, ranks among the 11 Wright homes…
Summary of the Margaritaville at Sea Paradise Cruise Introduction Ship Features Accommodation Options Dining and Entertainment Cruise Itinerary Introduction Prepare to change your attitude by changing latitudes when the first cruise ship from Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville brand sets sail out of the Port of Palm Beach, Florida, on April 30. Ship Features While Margaritaville resorts…
The hotels favored by readers when visiting Barcelona span the traditional and contemporary spectrum. Two entries in our Top 5 list are sleek glass-and-steel towers. The W Barcelona (No. 5), with its gracefully curving silhouette designed by architect Ricardo Bofill, frequently draws comparisons to a sail as it overlooks the Balearic Sea. The guest rooms…
World’s Best Cities in Central America and South America Our readers had heaps of praise for the best cities in Central and South America, with one word coming up repeatedly: beauty. With their mix of old and new, these places continue to entrance iBestTravel readers. Every year for our World’s Best Awards survey, iBestTravel asks…
Top Cities in Mexico: A Guide for Travelers All talk of walls aside, Mexico remains one of the most compelling destinations for American travelers. Reasons to love the nation are many on the food front alone — tacos, conchas, sotol, pulque, mole, and did we mention tacos? — but chief among the factors that draw…
Discover Baby Alpacas at Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado With approximately 3.5 to 4 million alpacas in South America, particularly in the south of Peru, you can expect to see a multitude of these delightful creatures on your next trip to Machu Picchu. Moreover, Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado ensures that you can interact with the country’s…
Summary An Exciting Dinosaur Dig Experience Learning About Fossils and Bones Tips for Planning Your Dinosaur Dig Adventure Discover an Exciting Dinosaur Dig in Montana If your kids can’t get enough Jurassic Park, they’ll love going on this real-life dinosaur dig in Montana. An Exciting Dinosaur Dig Experience Over the past year and a half,…
Summary Introduction of the giant flamingo installation at Tampa International Airport. Description of the artwork and its interaction with travelers. Comparison with other public art installations globally. A giant flamingo has taken over Tampa International Airport, welcoming travelers to the Florida city with a pink art installation sure to brighten any day. The 21-foot, floor-to-ceiling…
Discovering the Beauty of the Cyclades: Santorini, Folegandros, and Milos Like many of the world’s most photogenic places, over-tourism is becoming an issue on this iconic Greek island. On a tour of the Cyclades, Marcel Theroux goes in search of authentic, unspoiled beauty and discovers plenty more places worth taking a picture of. The Church…
The Unbelievable North Pole Igloo Hotel Experience If you’re a hardcore traveler, you’re likely always searching for the next big adventure. Be it the newest hotel, the most luxurious suite, or climbing the highest mountain, this new hotel, located in the North Pole, is the perfect fit for you. Courtesy of Luxury Action This winter,…
California locals know that the end of winter is the best time to visit theme parks. January and February bring smaller crowds, shorter waits, and cheaper tickets — but this season also brings an exciting celebration vacationers don’t often take notice of. Disneyland Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood go all out for Lunar New Year,…
When you think of the Italian Riviera, the colorful fishing villages of Cinque Terre and resort towns like Portofino are likely the first locales that come to mind. However, tucked into the northern corner of the Ligurian Sea sits an often overlooked destination that is considered one of the cultural centers of Europe. Genoa has…
From left: Chef Javon Cummins; dishes at Tapestry, where Cummins is executive chef. “When I was a kid, my cousin and I taught ourselves to cook,” Jason Joseph told me during my recent trip to the British Commonwealth nation of Barbados. “We didn’t have money to dine out, so we would fend for ourselves.” Their…
True Blue: Bergen’s Stunning New Waterfront Park The beautiful pool is part of a waterfront park in Bergen, Norway called True Blue. Photo: Courtesy of White Arkitekter A new beach park in Bergen will undoubtedly inspire you to visit Norway soon. According to Dezeen, a floating pool in Bergen is just one of the stunning…
Experience the World Through Windows One of the best small pleasures while traveling is enjoying the view from your hotel window. However, not everyone has the opportunity to travel frequently due to budget constraints or travel restrictions. Fortunately, WindowSwap is a remarkable platform that allows you to gaze through the windows of various locations worldwide….
Experience Unique Camping with Teardrop-Shaped Tents in Belgium This is not your average campsite. For those who dislike the discomfort of sleeping on cold, hard ground, staying in a treehouse can be an excellent alternative. Moreover, for many Belgians, this small camping ground, called Tranendreef, offers the ideal setting for a summer night. Discover Borgloon,…
Overview Cayuga Collection Kisawa Sanctuary Soneva Resorts Southall Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai Wynn Resorts Global Vision Awards: Acknowledging Sustainable Luxury Hotels The Global Vision Awards honorees in the hotel and hospitality space are making a positive impact on their communities and the travel industry at large. The Global Vision Awards aim to identify and honor…