Our guide skewers a marshmallow and rests it over a pile of rocks. Within minutes, it’s toasted. This is a perk of hiking on an active volcano—you don’t even have to start a fire to make s’mores. I was spending a week in Guatemala with Antigua 12 Sober Retreats, which I highly recommend if…

Berkeley is home to the first University of California campus and one of the most prestigious universities in the world. The city offers exciting culinary experiences, engaging historic spots, an array of craft breweries and a perfect setting for outdoor activities. Here are 10 Berkeley experiences to discover during your visit: 1. Start Your…

Walking along North Earl Street on our way to O’Connell, we came to the statue of James Joyce. He was leaning on his cane, head tilted, one foot crossed over the other as he stood gazing through his iconic glasses. Literary monuments are scattered throughout Dublin, to Joyce, Stoker, Yeats, Swift, Beckett and Wilde.…

Explore Nashville, the Southern Boomtown With its honky-tonk bars, historic landmarks, sports franchises, parkland, gardens, and cultural festivals, Nashville is a southern boomtown. The home of country music, with its major music recording center concentrated on Music Row, the city is a melting pot of creativity. You’re faced with almost too many choices to…

South Beach After Dark: Miami’s Electric Pulse It’s just before midnight on South Beach, and the energized pulse along Ocean Drive is beginning to palpitate like a living organism. This iconic artery that bisects Miami’s famed Art Deco district is the place to be—especially after the sun goes down and the neon begins its…

Nestled along the gorgeous coastline of the Adriatic Sea, Dubrovnik stands as a city steeped in history, culture, and breathtaking beauty. Known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” this Croatian gem has captured the hearts of travelers for centuries. In this article, we will delve into the rich tapestry of Dubrovnik’s past, explore its…

A Desert Drive to the Underworld In the early morning light, the desert surrounding Tucson, Arizona, USA, glows in soft shades of gold and rose. Saguaros lift their arms toward the sky as we make the short drive southeast into the Rincon Mountains. Here, among rugged hills and wide-open vistas, sits Colossal Cave Mountain…

Greece welcomed over 40 million visitors in 2024, making it the ninth most visited country in the world. And most of those travelers headed straight for the islands. With around 6,000 islands scattered across the Aegean and Ionian seas (only 227 are inhabited), choosing where to go can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re after Instagram-worthy…

South Africa’s Addo Elephant National Park doesn’t have the word elephant in its name for nothing. Here, the famous Hapoor Dam often sees gatherings of hundreds of elephants, too many to count – although you’re welcome to try – and definitely more than you’ll see in one place when compared to any of South…

Two metre waves toss the Katrina Alexandria around like it’s a toy. Blustery wind blasts salty air into my face as the 26-metre boat with dual outriggers crawls through the roller coaster of waves. In the distance, I see a small island lined with white sand, lanky palms, and water so blue it appears…

Monument Valley Tribal Park is the eye candy of the West. When you are here, you cannot help but keep your eyes peeled over its vast, scenic 92,000 acres of rust-colored landscaping and tall buttes. The Navajo Nation calls this sacred land Tsé Biiʼ Ndzisgaii, or “The Valley of the Rocks.” It is located…

I love Norway. Not just for its beautiful mountains and fjords, but for the uniquely Norwegian quirks that make everyday life here an adventure. As a Brit who’s living semi-permanently in Norway, it’s been fun to compare the differences and similarities between the two countries and get an outside perspective on what many Norwegians…

My goshuin journey began, quite fittingly, at Gōtokuji—Tokyo’s so-called “lucky cat temple” and widely considered the birthplace of the maneki-neko. As a lifelong ailurophile, I was naturally drawn to this tranquil Buddhist sanctuary in Setagaya ward, where thousands of white cat figurines, each raising one paw in perpetual welcome, populate the temple grounds. Their…

Welcome to the United Kingdom, a land of famous novelist William Shakespeare and The Rolling Stones, one of the most famous rock bands in the world. The UK has long been one of the top tourist destinations for travelers from Europe.    When you mention the United Kingdom, many think of Big Ben, Cambridge and…

Traveling the United States by train is an experience unlike any other. It takes time. It takes preparation. It takes being in the right mindset. Sitting for 12-plus hours at a time is not everyone’s cup of tea, but certain landscapes, cities, and parts of the country can only be unlocked by traveling by…

Go World Travel is reader-supported and may earn a commission from purchases made through links in this piece. So what do you do when the temperature drops and you can’t bare the thought of another day in your apartment, cooped up with blankets, hot beverages and Netflix? You run away from the cold by…

People often react with disbelief when I say our family of four has travelled the world for years with just one carry-on suitcase each. It sounds extreme, but it didn’t begin as a minimalist mission. It began with two tired parents, two tiny children and a simple desire to make life easier. We wanted…

We are reader-supported and may earn a commission on purchases made through links in this article.  Navigating a vegan diet at Walt Disney World wasn’t always the easiest thing to do. However, that has changed in recent years.  Pyrotechnic pixie-dust moments add bursts of merriment each night at Magic Kingdom Park as Cinderella Castle…

Europe has always captivated travelers from around the world. Most visitors still stick to the classics like Paris, Barcelona, and Rome, even as crowds grow and prices climb. And while those cities will always have a place in our hearts, 2026 feels like the perfect year to look beyond the obvious and follow the…

We are reader-supported and may earn a commission on purchases made through links in this article.  As a picturesque city in the heart of Europe, Ljubljana sometimes gets overlooked by travelers heading to Austria, Croatia, or Italy. But this Slovenian city, which is the country’s capital, has so much to offer. From the gorgeous…

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Go World Travel is reader-supported and may earn a commission from purchases made through links in this piece. Frankfurt is an interesting combination of futuristic 200-meter-high glass skyscrapers and charming old squares, with historical buildings of wonderful architecture. Both make a striking contribution to Frankfurt’s skyline. This old city has long been an essential…

We are reader-supported and may earn a commission on purchases made through links in this article.  Sun Moon Lake is one of Taiwan’s most popular tourist attractions enchanting visitors with its serene natural beauty, mysterious mist-veiled mountains, deep-blue water, and grand temples and pagodas. A small number of the millions of annual visitors also…

I never expected the highlight of my most recent trip to Europe to be a medieval town I’d never even heard of. Tucked away between a fjord-like array of lush mountains, Kotor sits patiently, waiting to be discovered by those lucky enough to find it. While most travelers might opt for the classic France–Italy–Spain…

What makes Spain such an attractive destination for students and backpackers on tight budgets? The country offers vibrant cities, warm coastal regions, historic streets, and affordable prices compared to many European destinations. Planning becomes much easier when travelers understand where to save money and how to explore Spain without unnecessary costs. Spain rewards those…

Shake a classic glass snow globe to see a flurry of snowflakes float down onto a diminutive old-world Christmas village. The enchanting scene gives rise to a sense of nostalgia. For a fleeting moment, you are transported to a picturesque, snowy little bourg reminiscent of traditional European yuletide scenes. But you don’t have to…

Editor’s Note: We share travel destinations, products and activities we recommend. If you make a purchase using a link on our site, we may earn a commission. We all have been inspired by NASA’s space expeditions at some point in our lives, but not all of us are lucky enough to see some of…

Let’s talk about bucket lists. Is there someplace you’ve always dreamed of going, but weren’t sure where to start or how to find the best tour guide? For many travelers, one of those bucket list adventures is Gorilla Trekking in Africa. Did you know that you can see mountain gorillas only in the wild?…

I strolled through alpine pastures dotted with grazing cows. The bells around their necks chimed in a cacophonous symphony. As I climbed switchback paths up to mountain passes, 360-degree vistas of snow-capped peaks and glaciers rewarded my efforts. Upon hearing our footsteps, marmots popped out of their burrows, sounding warning chirps to their colony.…

We are reader-supported and may earn a commission on purchases made through links in this article.  Hiking up Pikes Peak, the highest summit of the southern Front Range of the Rockies, is an epic accomplishment, as it involves a long, hard, 13.5-mile climb uphill with a gain of about 7,400+ feet in elevation. It’s…

Christmas isn’t just a season; it’s a feeling that comes alive in the places we least expect. Colmar, France, offers a rich Christmas experience that treats residents and visitors to a scene painted on every wall, glowing in every window and poured into every glass of vin chaud. In the picturesque streets of Colmar,…

We are reader-supported and may earn a commission on purchases made through links in this article.  Anyone who has tried to book a ski holiday knows that it can get expensive quickly. The costs can add up between accommodations, lift passes, food, and flights.  However, with some careful planning and smart strategies, you can…

“What on earth are we going to do for the next few months?” my husband asks, gazing out at yet another gray, drizzly day. “One thing’s for sure, we won’t be needing shorts or swimsuits anytime soon.” Rethinking Our Usual Escape Winter mountain adventure. Photo by Brent Cassie For the past decade, Brent and…