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Glimpses of The World
flipped into Greece
European News
Greece's tourist season takes appears to be on track
neweurope.eu - By George Evgenidis
Having successfully managed the first stage of the coronavirus pandemic, Greece started lifting several restrictions since May 4. The big question, …
May 15
Glimpses of The World
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Lifestyle
Europe Travel: Good (And Bad) News About When You Can Visit
Forbes - Tamara Thiessen
Europe travel will soon be possible as many countries start to reopen borders after months of lockdowns. Starting with a ripple today in some then working up to a tidal wave across the continent by mid-June.
May 15
Glimpses of The World
flipped into Charming EUROPE trips
Travel
Baltic States Create Europe's First 'Travel Bubble' as Pandemic Curbs Ease
skift.com - Syndicated
Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia opened their borders to each other at the stroke of midnight on Friday, creating the first “travel bubble” within the …
May 15
Glimpses of The World
flipped into Tips, Experiences
Travel (Australia)
Here’s why planning a trip can help your mental health
National Geographic - Erica Jackson Curran
Even during a pandemic, thinking about travel can make you happy. With the pandemic far from over, now may not be the right time for leisure travel. But that doesn’t mean trip planning is canceled too.
May 14
Glimpses of The World
flipped into USA Travel
Travel Industry
Hawaii to stay closed to tourists through June: Here's what you need to know
thepointsguy.com - Andrea M. Rotondo
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. If a potential trip to Hawaii was on your radar for June, you’ll need …
6 days ago
Glimpses of The World
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Afrikaans
A Traveler’s Guide to Afrikaans
tripsavvy.com - Jessica Macdonald
If you’re headed to South Africa, you may be wondering what the locals will speak when you get there. With 11 official languages to choose from, the …
May 15
Glimpses of The World
flipped into Greece
Travel
A little Italy... in Greece: The undiscovered island of Syros
dailymail.co.uk - By John Malathronas For The Daily Mail
Ermoupoli is possibly the most extraordinary town in Greece. There’s no maze of alleys, no whitewashed houses and no heaps of tangled fishing nets in …
May 15
Glimpses of The World
flipped into Flying
Lifestyle (Canada)
10 Things Flight Attendants Won’t Be Allowed to Do Anymore
readersdigest.ca - By Jeff Bogle, RD.com
The norm of inviting first and business class passengers to board the plane first is currently on hold, as United Airlines and others are instituting …
May 15
Glimpses of The World
flipped into Turkey
European Travel
Why Bursa, Turkey Is A Must-Visit
travelawaits.com - Inka Piegsa Quischotte
Bursa, Turkey’s fourth-largest city, is located in Anatolia at the foot of Mount Uludag, which is shrouded in mystery and legends. Bursa was the …
May 15
Glimpses of The World
flipped into USA Travel
Travel
This corner of northeastern Utah is the wilderness only locals know about
Lonely Planet - Blake Snow
Utah's High Uintas Wilderness is a little-explored region in the northeastern part of the state © Blake Snow / Lonely Planet Utah has some of the most beautiful national parks the United States, if not
May 15
Glimpses of The World
flipped into Indonesia
Bali
Bali may open to tourists in October, says government
news.com.au - Vanessa Brown
As of Friday, Bali had reported 343 coronavirus cases and four deaths, a much lower fatality rate compared with 16,496 cases and 1076 deaths in the …
May 16
Glimpses of The World
flipped into UK
Travel
Is is safe to go on a UK holiday and how can I travel?
independent.co.uk - Simon Calder
Day trips are now permitted within England, and there is plenty of speculation about when overnight stays might be permitted once again. Travelling …
May 16
Glimpses of The World
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Italy
Italy to reopen borders on June 3, scrap quarantine in bid to restart tourism
timesofisrael.com - Jessica Steinberg
ROME — Italy will reopen to tourists from early June and scrap a 14-day mandatory quarantine period, the government said Saturday, as it quickened …
May 16
Glimpses of The World
flipped into USA Travel
Kansas City
Explore the BBQ Capital of the World with a Kansas City Scavenger Hunt
everydaywanderer.com - Sage Scott
Whether you call it the BBQ Capital of the World, the City of Fountains, or Paris of the Plains, see the sights with a Kansas City scavenger hunt.
May 13
Glimpses of The World
flipped into UK
Scotland
8 Helpful Things to Know About Driving in Scotland - Pink Caddy Travelogue
pinkcaddytravelogue.com - Maggie McKneely
Driving in Scotland can be intimidating, especially if you’re used to the right side of the road. But it’s so worth it! Here’s what you need to know …
April 24
Glimpses of The World
flipped into Tips, Experiences
Travel Writing
Coronavirus and the Future Of Travel Predicted by 180 Travel Writers
52perfectdays.com - Alexa
A few weeks ago I asked a question about the future of travel in a Facebook group I manage which was: If you had to ...The post Coronavirus and the …
April 13
Glimpses of The World
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European Travel
Prettiest Towns In Germany
buddythetravelingmonkey.com
These are the prettiest towns in Germany! See what makes them so charming; you’ll soon be planning a trip to these fairy tale destinations! Some of …
April 29
Glimpses of The World
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Cuba
Visit Cuba - A Coloring Book For Those With A Passion For Cuba
ericgamble.com - Eric Gamble
The Book Review of Visit Cuba – A Coloring Book about CubaVisit Cuba is the perfect gift for travelers, children and artistic adults alike. The …
May 7
Glimpses of The World
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Homemade Hand Sanitizer for Travel
52perfectdays.com - Alexa
I am not a big fan of using hand sanitizers on a regular basis. But, a hand sanitizer comes in very handy when traveling. I ...The post Homemade Hand …
February 18
Glimpses of The World
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Crete
Everyday Postcard from Chania on the Greek Island of Crete
everydaywanderer.com - Sage Scott
After visiting the Greek island of Crete for the first time, Gabi fell in love with the town of Chania. Located on the northern coast, come learn …
February 13
Glimpses of The World
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Blogging
How to move from Wordpress to Blogger (Blogspot): reasons why + DIY Guide
ivankhristravels.com
This post may contain affiliate links, which means that if you book or purchase anything through one of those links, I may earn a small commission …
January 1
Glimpses of The World
flipped into Accommodation
Star Wars
This Star Wars-Themed Airbnb in Florida Will Complete Your Galaxy Edge Experience - Adventure Family Travel - Wandering
wanderingwagars.com - By Kevin Wagar
I’ll let you in on a little secret. My family is made up of Star Wars geeks. So when we heard about the Twelve Parsecs Star Wars-themed Airbnb in …
January 12
Glimpses of The World
flipped into USA Travel
Wine
Best Wineries Near Leesburg, VA
pinkcaddytravelogue.com - Maggie McKneely
Read on for a list of the best wineries near Leesburg VA! Before I list some of the best wineries near Leesburg, VA, I want to give a short history of …
Apr 13, 2018
Glimpses of The World
flipped into With Kids
Top 5 Absolute Best Things To Do In Bangkok With Kids
wanderluststorytellers.com - Andrzej Ejmont
Are you searching for the best things to do in Bangkok with your kids? Then you came to the right place. Bangkok is one of the most popular of tourist …
Nov 26, 2019
Glimpses of The World
flipped into Canada
15 Things To Do In Manitoba To Experience The Heart Of Canada - Adventure Family Travel - Wandering Wagars
wanderingwagars.com - By Kevin Wagar
Deep in the heart of Canada sits the province of Manitoba. This sprawling province is often forgotten by those exploring the wonders of Canada. But …
Dec 8, 2019
Glimpses of The World
flipped into Food&Drink
Where to Eat the Best Ramen in Osaka
2foodtrippers.com
The best ramen in Osaka is arguably the best ramen in Japan and therefore the world. Find out where to eat the best Osaka ramen, a savory Japanese …
Nov 26, 2016
Glimpses of The World
flipped into Animals, Birds, Pets
Galapagos Islands Animals
travel2next.com - Christina Pfeiffer
The Galapagos Islands an archipelago of 14 islands and over 120 islets 1000 km off the coast of South America. The location of these volcanic islands …
Dec 10, 2019
Glimpses of The World
flipped into USA Travel
Best Things To Do In Provincetown In A Day | Buddy The Traveling Monkey
buddythetravelingmonkey.com
Things to do in Provincetown, Massachusetts in a day. Includes tours, museums, where to eat the best lobster roll in Provincetown, and more! *A big …
Dec 10, 2019
Glimpses of The World
flipped into Charming EUROPE trips
Let me take you to #Andalusia and to the lovely coastal city of #Malaga. Find out what to see, do and taste here. #TravelBlog #MalagaSpain #TravelSpain #Travel #TravelEurope
ANDALUSIA: What to do in Malaga
glimpses-of-the-world.com
Oct 11, 2019
Glimpses of The World
flipped into Iceland
Complete Guide to the Blue Lagoon in Iceland – Wandering Wheatleys
wanderingwheatleys.com - Posted by Valerie Wheatley
The Blue Lagoon is a geothermal spa located about 13 miles from the international airport and about 30 miles from the city of Reykjavik. You’ve …
May 20, 2019