From London to Tokyo: The Best Marathons in the World
Are you a running enthusiast who’s always on the lookout for the next great marathon to conquer? Look no further, as we’ve compiled a list of the best marathons in…
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Are you a running enthusiast who’s always on the lookout for the next great marathon to conquer? Look no further, as we’ve compiled a list of the best marathons in…
The Black Music Festival Pittsburgh is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of Black culture, heritage, and a platform for showcasing exceptional local and international talent. With its…
Every year, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, transforms into the pickle capital of the world to celebrate its annual Picklesburgh Festival. This vibrant event has something for everyone…
The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival, held annually in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh, is a true celebration of jazz music and its rich history in the city. This world-class event…
As one of the most prestigious and challenging marathons in the world, the Boston Marathon 2025 attracts thousands of runners each year. Whether you’re an experienced marathoner or a first-time…
Travel Begins at 40 has scanned the globe to collate our tips on where to go in April from Argentina to Mozambique, and from Washington DC to Yangon. If March…
Jonathan Hiltz explores natural Las Vegas away from all the slot machines and shows, including national parks near Las Vegas. On first glance the City of Las Vegas is exactly…
San Luis Obispo and the surrounding county are making their mark on the culinary scene. In the SLO CAL region, where there are hundreds of farms, agriculture is thriving. These…
If you are looking to support destinations that are doing their part for the planet, look no further than the Golden State. It should come as no surprise that California…
Whether it is for ethical reasons or health, increasingly large numbers of people are turning towards veganism. According to the Veganuary website 620,000 people tried being vegan last January, from…
Mark Bibby Jackson talks with Jared Meyers, Chairman of Legacy Vacation Resorts about their climate action initiatives. Sometimes the enormity of the journey we all have to make towards GHG…
Jonathan Hiltz suggests there is much to enjoy in Orlando Florida beyond the theme parks, especially if you are a nature lover. There’s sometimes a fine line between being famous…
Hawaii is one of the most beautiful islands in the world. The small island is a paradise with clear blue water, white sandy beaches, and palm trees swinging in the…
Travellers to the US’s East Coast might well head straight for the Big Apple or Boston, or perhaps pop in on Donald and chums in DC, but if you are…
With its location in Marion County in north-central Florida, three miles east of the city of Ocala, Ocala National Forest is filled with unrivaled natural beauty waiting for you to…
Neil Hennessy-Vass discovers an intoxicating mix of sustainable Puerto Rican food and drink, washed down with a pina colada. If the perfect azure blue ocean, wispy with nebulous clouds scudding…
Puerto Rico has placed itself at the vanguard of the sustainable tourism movement since becoming the first Caribbean destination to institute a green certification programme, covering sustainable urban design; responsible…
This summer is set to be a scorcher in San Diego. From new exhibitions and museum openings to must-visit festivals and enticing restaurant launches, here’s what’s to expect in the…
Gay Pride month is in full swing with a host of celebrations planned to bring the LGBTQ+ community together not just this month but across the summer. But where are…
Divers and snorkellers can promote reef protection and explore the continental United States’ only living coral barrier reef during a one-of-a-kind underwater concert scheduled for Saturday, 13 July. The annual…
Travel Begins at 40 editor Mark Bibby Jackson has a chat with Tim Geisler, CEO of Nautilus Sailing on how to learn to sail around the world. Born in Morocco…
Moving houses include a seemingly unending list of expenses. Relocating to Hawaii, the most expensive state in the US, won’t be cheap. But if your dream is to live a…
Travel Begins at 40 looks at seven great beer festivals in the UK, Belgium, Germany and the US. There is certainly no lack of beer festivals in the UK –…
Although international travel has ground to a halt due to the coronavirus pandemic, the yearn for strolling in those wide open – and safe – spaces is growing day by…
The USA has dominated much of the western world both culturally and economically from the beginning of 20 century. With so much diversity of scenery and culture Americans often choose to holiday and travel in their own country. This vast country has the third largest land mass in the world, only superseded by Canada and Russia.
Washington DC is the capital of the USA and the seat of government. French architect, Pierre Charles L’Enfant designed the city to capture the grandeur of the architecture in Paris and Versailles. It is an alluring experience to walk from The Washington Monument to The Capitol, 1.2 miles in all, especially in Spring when the cherry blossoms are in bloom. The Smithsonian Museums, Washington Union Station, The Lincoln Memorial, The Kennedy Centre and The Capitol are musts to visit.
A stunning city in Northern California, San Francisco has it all with its world famous trams traversing the most sheer gradients and its seafood on Fisherman’s Wharf. Try to visit the sea lions on Pier 39, take in some jazz in one of the many venues and definitely walk along the water’s edge to the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge.
It is seemingly impossible to over-estimate the influence that Hollywood has had on Western culture. You can relive your movie experience by visiting Universal, Warner Brothers, Paramount Pictures and Disney Studios.
Festivals are one of the best ways to really appreciate the great diversity – and sometimes contradictions – of this big nation. From the traditional Kutztown Folk Festival in Pennsylvania to the cutting-edge Ultra Music Festival in Miami, and to the ecentric Frozen Dead Guys Festival, there rally is something for everyone. And of course there is the Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Check out our Festivals page for more details.