January 2021

1. Citizens of Israel display an immense pride in their country which is evident from the first welcome upon landing.  (Middle East, Israel)
   Author: Jay M. Solomon
   Source: City Life Magazine
2. Experiencing Egypt’s recent history through personal experience. (Middle East, Egypt)
   Author: Alan Littell
   Source: Olean Times Herald
3. Touring in Iraq is not easy but worthwhile to the handful of people who have made the journey.  (Middle East, Iraq)
   Author: Karen Dabrowska
   Source: The Arab Weekly

1. The Kali Gandaki Gorge in Nepal, the deepest gorge in the world, overflows with raw beauty and mystery. (Asia, Nepal)
   Author: Katie Tedesco
   Source: The Travel
2. Mongolia is full of climate extremes and holds unmatched opportunities for geology buffs. (Asia, Mongolia)
   Author: Kissa Castañeda
   Source: Tatler Philippines
3. The newest Maldives resort allows you to experience the ultimate luxury vacation on a private island. (Asia, Maldives, Hotels)
   Author: Staff
   Source: Lifestyle Asia
4. Penang is home to world famous murals and an amazing art scene. (Asia, Malaysia)
   Author: Marco Ferrarese
   Source: SilverKris
5. Ladakhi headdresses are exquisite and their creation is equally fascinating. (Asia, India)
   Author: Namgyal Angmo
   Source: Verve Magazine

1. 1. Dreaming of a walking holiday? Try an “Adventure in a Box”. (Australia, Travel Business)
      Author: Jane Reddy
      Source: Traveller
   2. Timaru is for the birds – literally. The tiny penguins that walk along the city sidewalks aren’t the only reason for a visit. (New Zealand)​
      Author: Brook Sabin
      Source: Stuff
   3. Regeneration has begun at the sites of Australia’s massive bush fires and you can be a part of this process. (Australia)
      Author: Mark Sariban
      Source: Australia.com

1. Some of Canada’s most unique town names can be found on tiny Fogo Island. (Canada, Newfoundland)
   Author: Postmedia News
   Source: Canada.com
2. This maple sugar farm in Nova Scotia offers tours, tastings and dining by the fire. (Canada, Nova Scotia, Food)
   Author: Konstantina Pyrnokoki
   Source: Insider
3. Snowshoeing is growing in popularity and not just at Canadian resorts. (Canada, Ontario)
   Author: Wing Sze Tang
   Source: The Peterborough Examiner

1. How to tip on your next Caribbean vacation. (Caribbean)
   Author: Shawna
   Source: Where to Stay
2. Use this TV show to plan your next Jamaican vacation. (Caribbean, Jamaica)
   Author: Patrick Clarke
   Source: TravelPulse
3. Private enterprise in Cuba is ushering in change. (Caribbean, Cuba)
   Author: Nathan Fong
   Source: Taste and Travel Magazine

1. These European cities feature architectural stars – in more ways than one. (Europe)
   Author: Miquel Ros
   Source: CNN Travel
2. France affords adventures for every traveler, from history lovers to those who like to stay active. (Europe, France)
   Author: Aoife O’Riordain
   Source: i news
3. Explore the birthplace of Father Frost (the Slavic Santa Claus) and its classic Russian architecture in this photo collection. (Russia)
   Author: Sergei Rzhevsky
   Source: Russia Trek
4. The coffee houses of Vienna offer a doorway into an older world. (Europe, Austria)
   Author: Darrell Hartman
   Source: Jungles in Paris
5. Now that the craze of goat yoga is dying down, cow hugging may be the newest wellness trend. (Europe, Netherlands)
   Author: BBC Reel
   Source: BBC Travel
6. Marseille is dynamic from the opening of its early morning fish market to dining in its seaside restaurants. (Europe, France)
   Author: Andrea Ratuski
   Source: Taste and Travel Magazine
7. Russia’s pre-lenten festivals offer a break from winter’s doldrums. (Europe, Russia)
   Author: Benjamin Kemper
   Source: Saveur

1. Yamagata, a remote sea town, counts a hidden mountain temple among its attractions. (Asia, Japan)
   Author: Staff
   Source: Japan Today
2. Find the best bargains in Osaka. (Asia, Japan)
   Author: Jack Xavier
   Source: tsunagu Japan
3. See-through public restrooms are the newest trend in Japan. It’s not quite what it sounds like. (Asia, Japan)
   Author: James Gabriel Martin
   Source: Lonely Planet

1. Latin American trip suggestions for travelers who have a hard time making up their minds.  (South America, Central America)
   Author: Bharat Bhushan
   Source: dl Magazine
2. Nicoya, Costa Rica just may hold the secrets to a long life.  (Central America, Costa Rica)
   Author:  Ashwin Bhardwaj
   Source: City A.M.

Podcasts

1. Humans are fascinated by time travel but could it really be a future travel trend? (Travel Business, Miscellaneous)
   Author: Dan Falk
   Source: National Geographic (Subscription-3 Free Articles per Month)
2. Local businesses and guides from around the world create virtual tours you can experience from home. (Miscellaneous)
   Author: Kirby Beaton
   Source: Buzzfeed

1. Finland offers the classic beauty of winter for travelers brave enough to face the cold. (Scandinavia, Finland)
   Author: Peter Jon Lindberg
   Source: Travel+Leisure
2. Intrepid motorists drive a convertible from the Arctic Circle to Sweden in the middle of winter. (Scandinavia, Sweden)
   Author: Sharron Livingston
   Source: The Travel Magazine
3. A tiny island off the southern coast of Denmark is a cozy respite from the world at large. (Scandinavia, Denmark)
   Author: Rick Steves
   Source: The Times Colonist

1. Irish hospitality’s well-known Brennan brothers have purchased The Lansdowne in Kenmare with plans to refurbish and reopen in spring or summer 2021. (Ireland, Hotels)
   Author: Pól Ó Conghaile
   Source: Independent.ie
2. Explore Britain’s industrial heritage while getting in your steps. Here are six great walks to enjoy the country’s industrial waterways. (United Kingdom, England)
   Author: Kevin Rushby
   Source: The Guardian
3. Take a tour of Ireland’s most beautiful villages. (Ireland)
   Author: Staff
   Source: Irish Central
4. The fascinating story of the ‘King of the Hippies’ and his island commune acquired from John Lennon. (Ireland)
   Author: Dan MacCarthy
   Source: Irish Examiner

1. The most remote stretches of the Rio Grande are beautiful, but they come with a hike. (United States, Texas)
   Author: Matt Joyce
   Source: Texas Highways
2. Chattanooga has attractions for kids of all ages. (Tennessee, United States)
   Author: Amelia Edelman
   Source: SheKnows
3. Experience what makes Vermont special – either in person or online. (United States, Vermont)
   Authors: Sally Pollack & Carolyn Fox
   Source: Seven Days
4. Close encounters with gentle giant manatees. (United States, Florida)
   Author: Staff
   Source: Authentic Florida
5. Check out some of the Berkshires’ best attractions. (United States, Massachusetts
   Author: Peter Terzian
   Source: Travel+Leisure
6. Isolation affords us an opportunity to evaluate why we enjoy travel. (United States, Tennessee)
   Author: Chris McCoy
   Source: Memphis Magazine
7. Consider a paleontology vacation if you enjoy getting your hands dirty. (United States, North Dakota)
   Author: Hillary Richard
   Source: Artful Living

1. Farm-to-table dining has become a popular sustainability movement, but what happens when a pinnacle of this movement is threatened by climate change? (Food, United States, California)
   Author: Betsy Andrews
   Source: Eater
2. Famous New York restaurant guides will not be published for 2021. (Food, United States, New York)
   Author: Bryan Hood
   Source: Robb Report

1. New sleeper train routes will be linking 13 European cities with night service. (Rail, Trains, Europe)
   Author: Lauren Keith
   Source: Lonely Planet
2. Wave Season doesn’t mean choppy waters and bad weather. Instead, it’s a time to get a great deal on a cruise. (Sea, Ship, Cruise)
   Author: Haiyan Ma
   Source: Cruise Hive
3. Portugal may seem like the last place to find Harry Potter locations, but this cruise on the Viking Helgrim has some awesome sites connected to the wizarding world. (Ship, Cruise, Europe, Portugal)
   Author: Celeste Moure
   Source: Travel Weekly

1. Delta Airlines CEO talks about some of today’s important travel issues including the Covid-19 vaccine. (Travel Business)
   Author: Helwing Villamizar
   Source: Airways Magazine
2. Sustainable travel has been growing and the pandemic seems to be expanding this movement. (Travel Business)
   Author: April Hutchinson
   Source: TTG Media
3. The Trump administration’s last-minute rules could create issues for travelers. (Travel Business)
   Author: Pauline Frommer
   Source: Frommer’s
4. The Maldives has implemented the world’s first country-wide rewards program. (Asia, Maldives)
   Author: Apeksha Bhateja
   Source: Fodors

Blogs

1. We could all benefit from a cwtch right now. (Blog, United Kingdom, Wales)
   Author: Abi King
   Source: INSIDE the Travel Lab
2. A look at COVID shaped travel trends for 2021. (Blog, Travel Business)
   Authors: Keri Allan and Emma Stuart
   Source: Ladies What Travel

Podcasts

1. Sir Michael Palin shares his personal experiences with travel across the world. (Podcast, Miscellaneous)
   Host: Holly Rubenstein
   Source: The Travel Diaries
   (Podcast – 56 minutes 58 seconds)
2. Amica is a new app which connects solo traveling women allowing them to form unique friendships. (Podcast, Miscellaneous, Travel Business)
   Host: Gemma Thompson
   Source: Girls That Travel
   (Podcast – 38 minutes 4 seconds)

Videos

1. Touring Tuscany in a Vintage Fiat 500. (Video, Europe, Italy)
   Source: Grindelwaldprods
   (Video – 2 minutes and 41 seconds)
2. Art Deco style has had a design impact on locomotives and trains since its creation. (Video, Rail, Trains)
   Source: AmtrakGuy365
   (Video – 17 minutes and 40 seconds)