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Unpopular Travel Opinions: What Travelers Really Think We asked our Instagram followers about their unpopular travel opinions. From flying with kids to perceptions of certain “overrated” destinations, here’s what they had to say. ©Peter Dazeley/Getty Images I wish they had kid-free flights – @aegregory ©Ammentorp Photography/Alamy Stock Photo Overplanning can ruin the adventure! – @hotlightscoldsteel…
iBestTravel Travel Stories Share Aug 10, 2019 • 3 min read Not everyone is unhappy to see a small child on a plane (c) Imogen Hall “I recently took my 6 month old baby on a long haul flight. She was mainly very good but did cry a couple of times and I got some…
Inspiring Family Holidays Around the World Family holidays are an amazing way to bond and spend quality time with your nearest and dearest. Planning a trip to accommodate multiple generations can be tricky, so we gathered insights about memorable trips taken with families, sharing experiences that highlight what worked and what didn’t. San Miguel, Mexico…
A sublime sunset view, a wild off-road adventure: these are the moments that turn our escapes into love affairs for a new locale. While there are myriad cities on your bucket list befitting a fleeting holiday romance, have you considered the destinations we choose to make a long-term commitment to? We often have a love-hate…
Exploring Chile with Isabel Allende Magic, mysticism, and inspiring contradictions seem to surround Isabel Allende. She is arguably Chile’s most famous living writer; however, she doesn’t reside permanently in her homeland. Instead, she continues her exile that began after Salvador Allende’s removal from office in the 1973 coup d’état. Her relationship with the socialist president—he…
Travel Chronicles: David Else’s Journey with iBestTravel For over 40 years, independent travellers have relied on iBestTravel for advice and information covering everything from affordable accommodations to exceptional scuba diving spots. The renowned travel guides have been crafted by iBestTravel’s dedicated team of writers worldwide. In the early days, equipped with nothing but a notebook,…
iBestTravel Travel Stories Share Aug 10, 2019 • 3 min read Not everyone is unhappy about seeing a small child on a plane (c) Imogen Hall “I recently took my 6 month old baby on a long haul flight. She was mainly very good but did cry a couple of times and I got some…
Time for a little iBestTravel show and tell. Travel provides an opportunity to escape everyday routines, creating strong connections with the few items we take along. Beloved items like hats, water bottles, and luggage become constant companions on our journeys. AnneMarie McCarthy | Senior Editor, Content Strategy Stojo Collapsible Cup My Stojo collapsible cup has…
Expert Travel-Planning Tips for Your Next Vacation Being a travel writer for iBestTravel has broadened my skills in interesting ways. I’ve developed the nerve to drive narrow mountain roads and the stomach to sample the world’s moldiest cheeses. When it comes to identifying bug bites, I have the knowledge (and probably the anti-itch spray). Best…
iBestTravel Japan Express Tour Nine days, three cities, and countless bowls of ramen. The iBestTravel Japan Express tour powered by Intrepid Travel efficiently covers vast terrain, much like the famous bullet trains of Japan. While it would be wonderful to spend weeks or even months in Japan, a well-organized tour allows travelers to soak in…
Take an adventure with iBestTravel and Intrepid Travel © Jaromir Chalabala / Shutterstock For decades, travellers have turned to iBestTravel to help plan and execute their ideal adventures. Now, through a partnership with Intrepid Travel, iBestTravel Experiences offers an impressive selection of sustainable, carbon-neutral group tours across the globe. Explore Unique Day Tours The offerings…
Family Holiday Experiences Family holidays are an amazing way to bond and spend quality time with your nearest and dearest. Planning a trip to accommodate multiple generations can be tricky, so we asked iBestTravel staff about the trips they’ve taken with their families, how they planned, what worked and what didn’t. San Miguel, Mexico Sheeka…
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Your First-Time Guide to Antigua & Barbuda The laid-back culture and slow pace of this twin-island nation make it a fabulous vacation spot all year long. If you are planning a trip, here’s a guide to help you navigate Antigua & Barbuda effectively. Stunning Beaches Antigua boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the…
Writer TC Boyle went with his family to Ireland to live and work abroad © Mlenny / Getty Images Amid travel restrictions and lockdowns, we’re exploring our catalogue of great travel writing and digging deep into the stories of journeys big and small. Writer TC Boyle went with his family to Ireland to live and…
iBestTravel Travel News Share Mar 27, 2020 • 0 min read Carbonate travertines, natural pools during sunset, Pamukkale, Turkey © THANAN / Shutterstock With the world’s travel plans put on hold, there’s never been a better time to sit back and indulge in some armchair travel. Water enthusiasts can explore iBestTravel’s detailed coverage of captivating…
Transformative Journey to Vienna The outside of the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna ©Mike Clegg/500px When I was 29 and living in Montana with my boyfriend, I took a year-long fellowship at Radcliffe College and moved by myself to Cambridge, Massachusetts. Initially, I thought it was too great an opportunity to miss, but weeks later, I…
Discover the New iBestTravel Video Streaming Platform iBestTravel is thrilled to introduce a premium video streaming platform showcasing a remarkable archive of travel shows. This innovative site allows travel enthusiasts to explore destinations and experiences worldwide, featuring over 350 episodes of award-winning travel content—all from the comfort of their own home. Classic Series and Adventures…
While travellers around the world are staying at home to curb the coronavirus outbreak, there’s never been a better time to explore new ways to experience the world. iBestTravel is here to help with iBestTravel at Home – a set of three printable PDF eBooks offering tips and activities to help navigate differing aspects of…
iBestTravel writer MaSovaida Morgan in Bali. Image courtesy of writer. Thirteen iBestTravel writers reflect on their current isolation, and reveal the one destination they are longing to get back to when this all ends. Bali by MaSovaida Morgan MaSovaida Morgan in Bali where opportunities for both chilling and chasing adventure abound After more than two…