Every single LGBTQ event in the US you need to go to in 2020
The Thinking Traveller
European churches are known to have some intriguing and creative architectural features, but a wall made of human leg bones is a bit more inventive than you might have expected. While excavating the grounds of Saint Bavo’s Cathedral in Ghent, Belgium, ahead of the planned construction of a new visitor center, archeologists discovered entire walls…
For those who have no clue what Mayakoba is, it’s essentially a 1,600 acre development south of Cancun , Mexico. The development has four resorts — the Fairmont (which opened in 2006), the Rosewood (which opened in 2007), the Banyan Tree (which opened in 2008), and the Andaz (which opened in 2017). What makes Mayakoba…
The Roman Empire was an unstoppable force in Europe. Between 200 BC and 14 AD, Rome conquered most of Western Europe, Greece and the Balkans, the Middle East, and North Africa. The Europe we know today is a unified cultural and economic powerhouse. The economy of Europe comprises more than 744 million people in 50 different…
How to Sleep on a Plane: 13 Tips for Your Next Flight Pick a window seat You might not always have the option to choose your seat—thanks, basic economy—but when you do, Sarah Anderson, a sleep expert at Zoma Sleep, recommends picking a window seat rather than an aisle one since it gives you a…
If you've spent any time here on Matouring, you'll know that we are huge fans on trains. They just make sense on so many levels. This article features a real deal on the Paris to Milan by TGV train. At the time of writing, it was only from €29. There are always deals on fast…
Norway boasts incredible, unspoilt nature, from sprawling fjords and jagged coastlines to snaking glaciers and green pastures. And now, one company has announced accommodation options that will capitalise on the stunning views, with guests sleeping in sleek, futuristic birdboxes with large windows to take in the surroundings. There are currently two birdboxes placed on the…
Over the centuries, travellers from Western Europe have been spellbound by the alluring cultures of the Far East. The ancient adventurers who arrived on the shores of Siam were instantly besotted, and there is ample evidence that a name change has done little to dampen the appeal of this remarkably captivating country. In the 21st…
Located 1 hour 40 minutes by bus from Kyoto Station, the town of Miyama offers a view into Japan's rich agricultural heritage. Designated a semi-national park, the town is home to some 39 thatched farmhouses where people still live today. Miyama spans multiple hamlets that are scattered throughout the mountains and valleys, about 50 kilometers…
California is the largest state of the United States by population, and the third largest by area, located on its coast to the Pacific Ocean. California has natural attractions as well as theme-parks and bustling city life: Southern California is home to such popular attractions as Disneyland, Hollywood and the beaches in Malibu that inspired…
If you travel a fair amount, you have probably had an even mix of good and bad experiences. Sometimes the bad experiences will make you want to pull your hair out and never travel again - or at the very least never use that airline again. But sometimes the airlines pull out all stops to…
Germany, (officially: the Federal Republic of Germany; German: Bundesrepublik Deutschland) is the largest country in Central Europe. It is bordered to the north by Denmark, to the east by Poland and the Czech Republic, to the south by Austria and Switzerland, and to the west by France, Luxembourg, Belgium and the Netherlands. Germany is a…
Having lived in Europe for a number of years, some of us here at Matouring have been fortunate enough to be able to enjoy the pleasures not only visiting the large and well-known locations such as Rome and Paris, but also some of the so-called second-tier places such as Poland, Finland and Hungary. Of course,…
Many of us wonder what it would be like to simply leave and live in a new, fresh and - ideally - economical place. Thousands of people do this every year, but it can be a cumbersome task, as many countries require some genealogical connection. If you don't have that, then you may be looking…
As the world gets ever smaller, and the choices become larger and more available, travel now takes on entirely new vistas of excitement and selection. With the Advent of companies such as Airbnb, you cannot only find the exact place that you want in the exact city that you want, but you may be able…
When people think of Spain, they typically think of places like Barcelona and Madrid. Of course, those are excellent choices and should be revisited again and again. But one place you may have never heard of is Navarre. Situated not too far from Bilbao, this little-known area of Spain features a huge variety of interesting…
Flanders, Belgium is not often a place that springs to mind for many of us, but it is so packed full of history and activities that you should investigate it. Flowers, chocolate and rather robust beer is only part of the landscape here in this multi-cultural, multi-lingual country in Europe. Get started here.
From new wellness ventures to eco-conscious travel, craft trips and solo adventures, here are all the best travel trends to know about for 2020. Good Housekeeping shares ways for you to enjoy the coming year's travel, perhaps in innovative ways. Read more here.
The Turks and Caicos Islands are a British Overseas Territory only 37 miles long and all together consist of 40 islands and cays, of which only 12 are inhabited. There are two main islands, Grand Turk (Turks Islands) and Providenciales (Caicos Islands). These islands are 575 miles south-east from Florida and 90 miles north…
At the end of a trip, do you ever feel like you'd packed as if you were preparing for Armageddon? Do you really need eight pairs of shoes for a one-week holiday? If so, you're not alone, apparently. This article, courtesy of Business Times, provides some typical, but practical solutions to help you trim down your…