National Geographic16 hours agoNational Geographic Traveller (UK) Hotel Awards 2023verified_publisherNational GeographicWe’ve scoured the planet to bring you the best new and improved hotels, from a beachside pad in Sri Lanka to a mountain lodge in Norway. Whether you want unique interior design, world-beating food, incredible value or simply a chance to escape the world for a day or two, you’re guaranteed a …
National Geographic10 hours agoWhat is boba tea, Taiwan's iconic drink?verified_publisherNational Geographic - Clarissa WeiTypically a combination of milky tea and chewy tapioca ‘pearls’, the beverage also known as boba tea is so beloved it was the subject of a years-long legal battle. As much a textural marvel as a refreshing drink, bubble tea is one of Taiwan’s most renowned cultural exports. The eponymous ‘bubbles’ …
National Geographic16 hours agoEnchanting Epirus: the mountains and monasteries of Greece’s wild northverified_publisherNational Geographic - Alice Barnes BrownNestled between the rugged Ionian coastline and the dramatic Pindos mountains of northeastern Greece, Epirus is an often-overlooked adventurous escape. These five charming towns and villages are the best bases from which to explore the area. Situated in northwestern Greece, Epirus is a remote region …
National Geographic1 day agoReady to plan your fall hike? Read this safety advice first.verified_publisherNational Geographic - Ronan O’ConnellWith dangers ranging from forest fires to avalanches, off-season adventures require advance prep and adventure smarts. Many hikers view autumn as a mild, benign period beyond the summer scorch and winter freeze. They often underrate the risks of venturing into forests, mountains, and deserts during …
National Geographic4 days agoFishing and foraging in Norway's southern fjordsverified_publisherNational Geographic - Kerry WalkerWith its glaciers, fjords and craggy mountains, Southern Norway is jaw-droppingly beautiful. And nature leads the region’s chefs, who draw on the bounties of the North Sea, orchards and forests. An expectant hush falls as two knife-wielding chefs in pristine whites emerge from behind the polished …
National Geographic2 days agoHow a commuter bridge turned into a bucket-list experienceverified_publisherNational Geographic - Larry BleibergWhy millions of tourists climb Sydney Harbour Bridge every year—plus six more places to scale great heights. I’m standing on a steel walkway 440 feet above Sydney Harbor when a voice crackles over my headset. My guide tells me to look right and take in one of the world’s most stunning skylines. The …
South Korea's fight against an ecological disaster—and 4 more captivating talesBy National Geographic