One of the world’s most luxurious train journeys, the 1,600 kilometer-long line connects Cape Town to Pretoria. Since 1923, countless presidents, politicians and even members of royal families have ridden along the historic route. While relaxing in its carpeted compartments, you can see some ...
On my first day there I did a 28-kilometer (17-mile) hike which included a steep mountain climb. It was incredible how moving through the forest helped me clear my mind. And as I stood in front of Laguna de Los Tres, the rain and clouds gave way to sunshine and a rainbow. I felt...
The market stretches over 1 kilometer (0.6 miles) long and is lined with hundreds of street vendors, local shops, and eateries to create a lively and buzzing atmosphere. Elsewhere, other popular markets include Jade Market (Kowloon, MTR Yau Ma Tei Station) and Stanley Market (Hong Kong ...
Often called the crown jewel of the Balearic Islands, its 550 kilometer-long coastline has roughly 260 beaches to visit. Nestled amid all its coves and cliffs are either quiet fishing villages or lively towns to stay at. Whichever you opt for, you’re guaranteed delicious seafood dishes and ...
But be warned, they are not cheap! Standard rates are around USD$1/per kilometer. Double check that the meter is running and that the fare is reasonable. Taxi drivers may try to take advantage of a foreigner. That said, try to tell the driver exactly what route you want to take to ...
The 50-kilometer-long Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau bridge and tunnel, which opened in October 2018, was likely one of the largest construction projects in the world. This transport link makes it possible to travel quickly across the Pearl River Delta without taking the ferry. Drivers must apply for...
This 25-kilometer section runs from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port in France to Roncesvalles in Spain. Via Podiensis: Hiking the French Camino Trail National Parks In France There are 8 national parks (Parcs nationaux de France) in “metropolitan France“, i.e. the main part of France that’s...
It triumphantly tells him: how many million miles it is from the earth to the sun; at what rate light travels through space; how many million vibrations of ether per second are caused by light, and how many vibrations of air by sound; it tells of the chemical components of the Milky ...
Taxis– Taxis are very expensive here, so I don’t recommend taking them for Rome solo travel. The meter starts at 3 EUR during the day and 6.50 EUR at night. It then goes up 1.20 EUR per kilometer. Avoid them at all costs!
Taxis– Taxis start at 3.50 EUR and go up by about .80 EUR per kilometer. Skip them if you can as they add up fast! Ridesharing– Uber is available in Portugal’s larger cities but it’s not much cheaper than taxis. I’d still skip ridesharing altogether if you’re on a budget. ...