Discover Remote Locations in Belize
Combining lush rainforests with clear, beautiful waters and an amazing history, Belize is the perfect destination for those looking for a remote getaway. As social distancing…
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Combining lush rainforests with clear, beautiful waters and an amazing history, Belize is the perfect destination for those looking for a remote getaway. As social distancing…
One of the most significant periods of history for the Channel Islands was the Occupation by German forces during World War Two. During the Occupation, German troops…
This November, a new production of Wagner’s Ring Cycle by the controversial Spanish director Calixto Bieito will take place, bringing together an exceptional cast…
Before the corona-lockdown James Clark travelled to Southwest France to discover the plethora of things to do in Toulouse, home of the Concorde, and a city full of culture, amazing…
The sister island to Malta, Gozo is just eight miles long and four miles wide and has a tiny population. Despite such small proportions, the island is bursting with culture…
The Islands of Guernsey are marking the 75th anniversary of their Liberation from WWII German occupying forces with a series of virtual, online and ‘at-home’ events in the run up to…
Before the coronavirus lock-down, father of one, James Hardy and partner Miriam Dembach, forewent the safe haven of Europe to travel Thailand with their four-year-old daughter Nova. He discovered the…
While Britain remains under lockdown it will be a while before large public gatherings resume. Numerous events have been cancelled, and after months of hard work and planning. The good…
The following trip was taken before the Covid-19 situation took hold. But be rest assured that the beauty of Andalusia is still waiting for you to explore. As we now…
One Traveller, experts in group tours for the mature solo traveller, is introducing a brand new holiday to Myanmar in 2021. Guests can expect to be dazzled by shimmering cities…
The new travel restrictions in place have left so many dreaming of the day they can once again stroll the winding, cobbled streets of this Mediterranean gem. Why wait until…
Once the Coronavirus has disappeared, we are all going to want to start enjoying all the things we had before especially travelling and concerts! Why not combine the two with…
The national tourism agency responsible for marketing Spain’s destination worldwide, TURESPAÑA, has launched a video titled #SpainWillWait…
PROMPERÚ – Peru’s tourist board – has just launched a new stay home tourism campaign: ‘Dream, then travel’. The new campaign has been kicked off with this inspirational video…
Located in northern Myanmar on the banks of the Irrawaddy River, Mandalay is the second largest city in Myanmar. Not a major tourist destination in itself, Mandalay was the first…
Fifty years ago, a young Mal Tattersall joined thousands other demonstrators outside the American Embassy in London demanding an end to the Vietnam War and chanting: “Hey, hey LBJ, how…
Although it seems hard to imagine travelling around the country or overseas at the moment, it does us no harm to imagine better times, and to plan ahead for a…
For many art affionados, the closure of Ghent’s ‘Van Eyck: An Optical Revolution’ was devastating. The acclaimed exhibition was almost half way through its duration…
Visit The USA shares a selection of all-American armchair adventures to educate and entertain global travellers currently spending time at home, aiming to spark wanderlust and inspire future travel planning…
Over the next few weeks, Visit Hampshire will be sharing images and videos, as well as fun facts about the county, offering an opportunity for people to enjoy Hampshire without…
The award-winning, biennial Beverley Puppet Festival returns this year for its ninth edition, but not as you know it. Due to the Coronavirus outbreak, the usual format of indoor and outdoor…
This November, a new production of Wagner’s Ring Cycle by the controversial Spanish director Calixto Bieito will take place, bringing together an exceptional cast, along with…
Amid the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, many of us have now been isolated into our homes. Working from home can be hard to adapt into, especially if you have small children…
In Austria as across much of the globe, tourism has been put on hiatus in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. People have been asked to stay in their houses…
For many an appreciation of the culture of the country or community that you visit on your holidays is a major part of the travelling experience, especially for the more mature traveller.
Whether you are taking a short city break to Amsterdam or Paris, or going on a longer trip to a distant and exciting land, your experience is enriched by an appreciation of the local culture.
Ideally, time your trip to coincide with a major festival. At Travel Begins at 40 we have a whole section devoted to some of the most colourful and spectacular festivals from around the world. So whether it is the whirling dervishes of Konya, Nagaland’s Hornbill Festival, the Tsagaan Sar in Mongolia or Benin’s Voodoo Festival that tickles your cultural fancy, let us guide your way.
Visiting an unfamiliar country can lead to a bit of a cultural shock, but don’t let this put you off making that special journey. Often it is when we leave our comfort zone that we reap most rewards.
Not that we always have to travel that far to have a rich and rewarding cultural experience. Hull is the current city of culture in the UK, and a trip there can be a surprisingly rewarding experience. Enjoy it.