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What better reason is there to book a trip of a lifetime than to celebrate an amazing milestone with your partner? 4 min Author: Jemima ForbesWhether you want to relax on serene beaches, walk hand-in-hand through enchanting cities or go completely off-grid somewhere outdoorsy, there are so many magical places perfect for lovebirds. As well as giving yourselves some alone time, a vacation allows you to make new memories that will last a lifetime and discover even more of this amazing world together! We are taking a look at our favorite destinations around the world for romance, from old classics that will always count among the top anniversary destinations to more unexpected options that you may have never previously considered for a couple’s holiday. Isle of Skye, ScotlandNestled on the ru...

Our travel experts provide safety resources and tips for this popular destination. 4 min Author: Jemima ForbesMexico has long been a popular pick for a vacation thanks to its balmy beaches, fascinating heritage sites, delicious cuisine, and vibrant festivals and events. However, with the COVID-19 pandemic affecting where and how we travel, you may be searching for some expert advice on this destination. Our travel specialists have put together the following tips to help you decide whether a Mexico vacation is the right option for you.First of all, should I travel internationally right now?With many countries imposing extra restrictions for visitors during the coronavirus pandemic, it’s not surprising that international travel is currently quite limited. Some nations require a negative coro...

Kootenay National Park, located in southeast British Columbia, is one of four national parks that make up the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site. When you drive Highway 93 – the only major highway through the park you get the feeling that much of the park remains untrampled and unexplored. Steep mountains, waterfalls galore, canyons, beautiful rivers and even a hot spring are all here waiting to be discovered.Kootenay National Park is a popular destination in summer with several world-class hiking trails including the challenging but beautiful multi-day Rockwall Trail. In winter, when driving can be treacherous, there are fewer things to do, largely because access to many trails is through avalanche-prone country, but what is available to the visitor is outstanding.Getting i...

After hearing such rave reviews of Villa Romana del Casale, I just knew I had to try to visit when in Sicily. To make that happen, the easiest way to get there seemed to be from a place called Piazza Armerina. This town in central Sicily isn’t especially well-known, with bigger cities like Enna and Caltanissetta drawing most of the attention. However, this modest town does get occasional visitors who stop in as they travel to the nearby Roman site. All of this is to say that I didn’t give much thought to the town itself before visiting Piazza Armerina. Going in blind, I had no idea whether there was any sights to see in Piazza Armerina. With a free afternoon after I arrived in town, I decided to take a peek and find out. I’ll freely admit up front that it’s not the most impressive pl...

After using dozens of hammock pillows over the years it’s the ENO ParaPillow that I think is the best option for most hammock campers. In addition to being comfortable and lightweight, it packs down into a small, 10-ounce roll so it’s easy to bring along on your next backpacking trip. Using a dedicated hammock pillow makes it more comfortable and results in a better quality of sleep during the night. While it does add a bit of weight to your pack, the extra comfort is totally worth it! In this post we’ll take a look at the ENO ParaPillow and some other options for pillows to take with you hammock camping. The Best Hammock Pillow (Reviews) in 2020 ENO ParaPillow Review (Best Hammock Pillow Overall) The ENO ParaPillow is one of the best pillows for hammock camping. It has a small profile, ...

Bow Valley Provincial Park, less than an hour’s drive west of Calgary, is a great year-round destination. The park is blessed with a varied landscape that includes a section along the glacier-fed Bow River at the confluence of the Kananaskis River, grasslands, boreal forest and a bit of the front range of the Canadian Rockies. In summer Bow Valley Provincial Park is a wonderful place to go camping (though be prepared for some highway and train noise), hiking, horseback riding and kayaking. Until the snow flies sometime in fall you can continue to hike and bike the quiet roads. Come winter, go for a snowshoe or even a cross-country ski, though don’t visit with the expectation of track-set trails. In spring, the park is ideal for an easy walk. Bow Valley Provincial Park is irregularly shaped...

The coronavirus pandemic may have put international travel plans temporarily on hold, but that doesn’t mean you can’t start planning your first post-COVID getaway. In fact, with a little extra time on your hands, now could be the perfect opportunity to prepare for the trip you’ve always dreamt about. Boasting idyllic beaches and stunning landscapes, the Philippines deserves a spot at the top of your travel bucket list. Made up of more than 7,000 islands, the nation offers plenty of opportunities for exploration and sightseeing. In this article, you can find out how to get around the Philippines for the best island-hopping experience. From seaplanes to tricycles, there are modes of transport for every journey you’ll need to take. Can I Go to the Philippines Now? The answer to the questio...

Anuradha Goyal: As you know I write a lot about temples. I love to visit the temples. So, today I thought I’ll invite a guest who is an expert at interpreting temples. At introducing us to the aspects of temples that we usually tend to miss. We have Shri Ramakrishna Kongalla with us. He is by profession an academician in the tourism space. But if you follow his Twitter, Instagram handle, you would see how intimately he knows the temples. How well he acts as a bridge between the world of scholars who study Indian Temples and the layperson who actually visits them to pray. So Ramakrishna Ji welcome to Detours. Ramakrishna Kongalla: Namaste, thanks a lot for the introduction. Detours video on youtube: How To Visit Indian Temples? with Ramakrishna Kongalla Li...

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Georgian crescents, Roman baths, and Palladium styled houses, wrapped around by rolling countryside, make up the UNESCO listed heritage city of Bath Spa (Bath). Snuggled in the picturesque Cotswold, tales of the miracle healing powers of Bath’s thermal springs, which supposedly cured Prince Bladud’s leprosy, are sure to spark your intrigue. Although no historical evidence remains, legend has it that Bath came into existence in 9th century BC during the rule of Prince Bladud. He named it ‘Sul,’ after a Celtic Goddess of sacred water. The recorded history, however, starts nine hundred years later with the Romans.  They called it Aquae Sulis to recognize the healing hot springs of Bath, building an extensive network of underground thermal saunas. Along with this, they also made a temple dedi...