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By Jolene PeatIssued on January 30, 2024Last updated: June 12, 2024Atlanta’s attractions come alive in the winter with festive displays and activities, and even after the holidays are over, there’s still plenty to see and do. Check out this guide to the top attractions to visit in Atlanta this winter.Atlanta Botanical Garden Orchid Days festivities return to the Atlanta Botanical Garden. (Photo by Jolene Peet)Orchid Days: Reflections in Bloom runs from February 14 through April 14 at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. See the annual exhibition of the garden’s signature plant collection along with mixed media works by Atlanta artist Lillian…

Skift Take India’s emergence as an international travel powerhouse raises the question of whether the Maldives can afford to ignore this market for long. Peden Doma Bhutia Amid rising diplomatic tensions, India has dropped to fifth place in terms of tourist numbers to the Maldives in January with just over 13,000, according to the latest data from the Maldives Tourism Ministry. Russia took the top spot in terms of tourist numbers to the Maldives in January, followed by Italy, China and the United Kingdom. Just under 11,000 Indian tourists visited the Maldives between January 9 and 29, a drop that…

Google, where do Americans want to go? Anna Spanish and her team analyzed Google search results to determine the most searched-for tourist attractions in each state over the past year. Overall, Americans are most interested in visiting national parks and natural outdoor locations, with people in 30 states searching for these types of trips more than any other destination. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, won the race for the top spot as the place Americans most want to visit. Residents of eight states — Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia — were the most excited to…

Last Updated on 30th January 2024 by Sophie Nadeau Japan is a beautiful country where old meets new and tradition meets cutting-edge modernity. A country set across a set of islands (the main ones being Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu), here are the top Japan travel tips you need to know before visiting… Even before setting foot in Japan, I knew that it would end up being one of my favourite ever travel destinations (and it’s in my top three along with France and Italy). After all, the country is known for its rich culture; including beautiful Temples, fantastic food,…

The U.S. State Department has issued significant travel advisories for popular destinations.The advisory, issued Friday, warns travelers to “exercise increased caution” when traveling to the Bahamas due to the possibility of crime. The alert is a level 2, indicating widespread violent and organized crime, with limited law enforcement response capacity.”The State Department assesses the crime threat level on New Providence (which includes Nassau and Paradise Islands) as critical. The majority of crime occurs on New Providence (Nassau) and Grand Bahama (Freeport). Crime also occurs in the surrounding Family Islands, but is much less common than on New Providence or Grand…

Lake TahoeGetty ImagesThis freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada Mountains is one of the largest alpine lakes in the United States and one of the clearest in the world. For the best views, hike the 165-mile Tahoe Rim Trail, where natural beauty abounds everywhere you look. Book now Painted LadiesCernovik // Getty ImagesThis San Francisco landmark seen on Full House needs to be seen in person. Located on the aptly named “Postcard Row,” Painted Ladies is a neighborhood of pastel-colored Victorian homes built in the late 1800s. Walk up a broad hill and enjoy picturesque views of the city skyline.…

The average death rate from cosmetic surgery in recent years is around 1 in 3,000, according to Turkey’s Ministry of Health, but despite the risks, thousands of people still undergo the procedure abroad. Dolly, 21, from Melbourne, has traveled all over the world to undergo numerous beauty treatments (Humphrey Nemar) British tourists are ignoring the risks of cheap cosmetic surgery in Turkey, insisting they will continue to fly there for further treatment. The tragic death of Morgan Riviero this month has put a renewed focus on this vibrant trade, which is estimated to generate £20bn a year. Bargain prices on…

As a former longtime Delhiite and frequent traveler to India, people often ask me what the country is like. I never know how to respond, for trying to sum up a nation as vast and diverse as India feels impossible. So, instead, I asked a few experts for their insights. “If you visit India, you feel you have visited several countries, as every part is different,” says Mohd Shafi Billo, an inbound tour operator who specializes in helping international travelers plan their trips to the country. “It’s an exceptional destination, thanks to its culture, history, and inclusiveness of different people…

Despite the welcome news about Sweden, the Turkey of old is not coming back, but Erdogan’s apparent shift into legacy-building mode will give Washington an opportunity to leverage its influence abroad. On January 23, the Turkish parliament approved Sweden’s membership in NATO, paving the way for Stockholm’s eventual membership in the alliance. The Biden administration is focused on expanding NATO amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and although Sweden’s application for membership must wait for a vote in Hungary’s parliament, Turkey’s decision is a major step forward. Previously, the Turkish government had withheld approval of Stockholm’s application for nearly two years…

It’s true. Spain has something for every type of traveller. It may come as a surprise to those who associate Spain with golden beaches and flamenco (as it did to me before my nine months in La Rioja), but the Iberian Peninsula kingdom is made up of 17 autonomous regions, including Madrid and Andalusia, and encompasses a wide range of cultures. Throughout Spain you’ll encounter peoples like the Basques and Catalans, who speak their own languages, and a diverse range of landscapes, from centuries-old palaces to mountain tops and valleys filled with cherry blossoms in spring.So, if you want to…