Welcome to the July 2022 issue of Travel Research Monthly!
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India
The road less traveled leads to Kalpa, a quiet apple producing town in the mountains of Pradesh
Pradesh is a tourism magnet but Kalpa remains a hidden treasure.
Mexico
Catch a moment of peace at Balandra Beach in La Paz
La Paz is limiting access to Balandra Beach which makes this a perfect hideaway.
Norway
Oslo’s commitment to culture is evident in these 2022 investments
Oslo goes all in on the new National Museum, Munch exhibition and more.
Happy Travels,
Kathy Pachman
President
Travel Research Monthly
Asia
- Asian vineyards deliver unexpected fine wines
Author: Anurupa Sen
Source: Lifestyle Asia Bangkok - The road less traveled leads to Kalpa, a quiet apple producing town in the mountains of Pradesh
Author: Precious Rongmei
Source: Times of India
Canada
- Kitsault, a well-preserved ghost town, stands as a monument to 1980’s middle class Canada
Author: Kaushik Patowary
Source: Amusing Planet - A scenic train ride in Ontario offers waterfalls otherwise impossible to reach
Author: Michelle Payot
Source: blogTO
Caribbean
- Coiba Island’s dark past has led to its bright future
Author: Laura Kiniry
Source: Smithsonian Magazine - St. Lucia’s mix of sunshine, beaches & mountains offers the perfect balance between relaxation & adventure
Authors: Adrienne Jordan & Vanita Salisbury
Source: Thrillist
Central America & Mexico
- Panama is following Costa Rica’s example and travelers are embracing it
Author: Chris Bunting
Source: New York Post - Guatemala sheds light on the culture and history of the Garifuna people
Author: Amara Amaryah
Source: Travel Noire - Catch a moment of peace at Balandra Beach in La Paz
Author: Amanda Ramirez
Source: The Cabo Sun - The launch of the Maya Train in 2023 will add some culture to your beach stay in the Yucatan Peninsula
Author: Steven Cruse
Source: Travel Off Path
Europe
- Want to avoid tourists in Greece? It’s possible.
Author: Peter Dragicevich
Source: NZ Herald - Armenia is off the beaten path
Author: Raul Dias
Source: Deccan Herald - Oslo’s commitment to culture is evident in these 2022 investments
Author: Claire Naylor
Source: Lonely Planet News - Limited travel opportunities were still expansive for post WWII East Germans
Author: Rayna Breuer
Source: DW
United States
- The U.S. Civil Rights Trail Guide uses easy weekend trips to inform and educate
Host: Cheryl Corley
Source: South Carolina Public Radio - Cruise your way through California’s wine country
Author: Allison Godlove
Source: TravelAwaits - Weekends are meant for New Orleans
Author: Adam Erace
Source: InsideHook
Miscellaneous
- App loving folks may appreciate Origins new travel planning membership
Author: Jerssica Reid
Source: Wanderlust - Travel encourages us to step out of our zone
Source: Stuff