Fuseta, PortugalHoliday peace in eastern Algarve
If you’re longing for a desert island, head to Fuseta, an almost empty spit of white sand in a turquoise sea that could be in the Indian Ocean (a little more reinforcement). This is a relatively unspoilt fishing town about 12 miles east of Faro. It is small and in the summer it has wonderful open-air restaurants that grill fish near the port. To see also : Frisco and Frisco ISD will not build a joint performing arts center. The locals’ favorite is Casa Corvo, where it’s hard to spend more than €18 for sea bream straight from the sea (breat) on the charcoal grill. Arrive at the municipal mercado early enough and you can see fishermen unloading their boats.
Fuseta has access to some of the best beaches in the Algarve, along the islands and inlets of the Ria Formosa. A small and cheap ferry goes to Fuseta Island, but a few euros more buy a water taxi ride to deserted beaches like Praia da Barra Velha or Praia do Homem Nu (“beach of a young man”). Praia da Fuseta-Ria, close to town, has warmer inlet waters, and sometimes boats selling doughnuts. A 10 minute drive away, Vila Monte (doubles from £150 B & B) is a boutique farmhouse with a beautiful pool, amazing breakfast and a view towards orange groves and the Moncarapacho hills. Paulo Anunciação
Night trains, Liguria, ItalyTo the Cinque Terre – while you sleep
The renewal of the European night train network is gathering pace. Many new sleepers started running last month, including Basel to Dresden and Stuttgart to Venice. The new overnight train from Munich to Liguria is 15 hours of train heaven and the perfect way to the Cinque Terre coast.
Travel by day from London via Paris or Brussels to Munich to join the 20.09 to La Spezia Centrale. Cruise south while you sleep, then enjoy breakfast in your compartment as the train glides past the dramatic monastery at Certosa di Pavia. A few minutes later, you’ll cross the Po River before taking the hill, then steeply down the coast in Genoa. Read also : Atlanta teens worked toward music producing dreams with help from a nonprofit. The best is yet to come as the train skirts the Ligurian coast with fine views of Cinque Terre villages such as Riomaggiore before arriving in La Spezia at 11.10. A shared sleeping compartment for two from Munich starts from €199.80. Book online at nightjet.com or raileurope.com.Nicky Gardner
Kranj, SloveniaSustainable city break – with a canyon
Slovenia prides itself on its green credentials, which were further boosted when Kranj, its third largest city, was awarded the 2023 European Destination of Excellence award for its sustainable tourism. It is in the Slovenian Alps, halfway between Ljubljana and Lake Bled, and the 30 meter deep Kokra river canyon runs through the heart of the city. This may interest you : TV Talk: WPXI-TV Reporter’s Son Stars in Amazon Prime Video’s “The Lake”. The Kokra flows into the Sava in the south, where the gray river paths are a peaceful place to walk.
Beyond the towering churches and terracotta roofs of Kranj’s Renaissance townhouses rise the soaring peaks of the mountains Triglav, Grintovec and Stol. A hike up Šmarjetna Gora to the west brings even better views. In the handsome old town, cafe terraces fill mainly pedestrian streets of pastel-colored townhouses, one of which is home to Actum Hotel. Its pleasantly decorated rooms start from €83 B&B, but there is a superior suite with hot tub from €143.Mary Novakovich
North of England cultureMuseums and galleries from Liverpool to Northumberland
The north continues to slide and emerge, with exciting regeneration projects nearing completion and many hot tickets for cultural events as well as new hotel openings. Manchester Museum reopens in February, following a £15m redevelopment, with a major extension including a new exhibition hall and visitor facilities clad in green glazed tiles as a tribute to -Victorian and Edwardian buildings around the city.
In June, Manchester’s Factory International, which will be a major cultural hub, launches with a bang, showcasing the work of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, with plans for an immersive experience including giant dolls and polka-dot spheres that place the – the eyes.
From the spring, the Treehouse Hotel in the previously dilapidated 15-storey Renaissance hotel in Deansgate will open its doors, with a new rooftop bar as well as the promise of excellent cuisine in two restaurants.
Liverpool will host Eurovision 2023 on behalf of 2022 winners Ukraine, with nine live shows (from 9 May). And the 12th Liverpool Biennial, the UK’s biggest contemporary art festival, takes place in the city’s public spaces, galleries and museums from June 10 to September 17.
In Northumberland, to mark the 125th anniversary of Lewis Carroll’s death, all 15 rooms in the new Tempus hotel in the grounds of Charlton Hall have been inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. In County Durham the Museum of Faith which opens in the autumn in Auckland Castle, claims to be the first museum in England to explore the history of religion in Great Britain. Nazia Parveen
Spetses, GreeceGlass Onion’s stylish island
It is easy to see why there is a buzz about Spetses. For two consecutive years the Argo-Saronic island appears in Hollywood hits. First came The Lost Daughter, the drama based on Elena Ferrante’s novel; then Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, a new whodunit romp starring Daniel Craig. The picturesque island is preparing for an even bigger bounce in 2023.
“We all feel blessed to live here,” says Yannis Manitaras, 74, who was born and raised on Spetses.
The trailer for Glass Onion opens with the Poseidonion Grand, an elegant hotel overlooking the waterfront. The brainchild of Spetsiot tobacco magnate Sotirios Anargyros, the luxury hotel put the pine-covered island on the tourist map in the 1920s, attracting a mix of Athenian high society and European aristocracy.
But the island’s old-world feel, neo-classical architecture, horse-drawn buggies and lack of cars have long made it popular with Athenians. And there are still bargain places to stay (the boutique Oltremare Inn has doubles from £110 B&B). It is just over two hours by ferry from the port of Piraeus in Athens.Helena Smith
Imotski lakes, CroatiaExplore the Dalmatian lake district
Half an hour’s drive east from the Adriatic resort of Baška Voda is one of Croatia’s most beautiful inland regions. Eleven lakes cover the karst landscape surrounding the town of Imotski, with the most dramatic, Blue Lake, bordering the town. Scrub-covered limestone cliffs rise from a huge sinkhole filled with vivid blue water. This lake can be swam by those who follow a serpentine path to the bottom of the valley. Together with the Biokovo nature park, the Imotski lakes are contenders to gain Unesco status in 2023.
There is a lot to do here: kayaking in the Vrljika River, hiking in the hills, taking in views from the Topana Medieval Fortress of Imotski and vineyards. The stylish Boutique Rooms 76 has a double from just £56 a room. MN
Margate, EnglandFood and film on the north Kent coast
Margate will make headlines again this month with the release of Sam Mendes’ 80s-themed flick Empire of Light. A new downloadable map (available on the Visit Thanet website from January) will allow visitors to navigate movie locations, starting at Dreamland which is free to enter. Its kitsch-kicks roller disco (seen in the film) will reopen in April, as well as the theme park itself – with a new rollercoaster.
Olivia Colman, who stars in the film, liked Margate’s “three amazing restaurants”. We can think of six that deserve such praise, including the cool-box Fort Road Hotel, run by River Café alumna Daisy Cecil; Local favorite dive for tacos; and the Newbie Staple Stores for “cruffins” (a cross between a croissant and a muffin).
Margate arts HQ, Turner Contemporary, will be the first UK venue to host Sonia Boyce’s award-winning multimedia installation Feeling Her Way (4 February-8 May). A growing number of satellite galleries will fill a weekend of wandering, but be sure to include the eccentric new Crab Museum. Damien Gabét
Ridgeway trail, EnglandFavourite hiking route turns 50
Of the 16 national paths in England and Wales, the Ridgeway Trail, which partly follows a prehistoric road, is a cracker, and this year it is 50 years old. It runs for 87 miles from Avebury in Wiltshire through the North Wessex Downs and Chilterns to Ivinghoe Beacon in Buckinghamshire. It is probably one of the oldest routes in Britain.
Sections pass through ancient beech pits in the Chilterns, and a path connects Wayland’s Smithy (a stone age tomb over 5,500 years old, free to enter and explore) and the Mystic Uffington White Horse. Other stretches run along a chalk descent to Avebury, home to the largest stone circle in Europe, all following the old ways of the ancestors who shaped this landscape.
The Ridgeway is also a haven for wildlife, from rare moths to birds of prey and skylarks. This year’s special events include guided trail runs, family science days, art competitions and history talks. Every Sunday evening, a new #Ridgeway50 story will be shared online, with a secret story, challenges and inspiration to discover something new. Mary-Ann Ochota, archaeologist, broadcaster, mixer and patron of the Ridgeway Trail’s 50th anniversary
Ancient cultures, TurkeyNew life and old civilisations
Off-limits until recently due to its proximity to war-torn Syria, Turkey’s Kurdish and Arab southeast has exploded in popularity, with visitors flocking in particular to the cities of Gaziantep and Şanlıurfa (usually called Urfa).
The Upper Euphrates Basin – the Fertile Crescent of wineries – is rich in Roman, Arab, Crusader and Turkish culture. But its trump card is its neolithic ruins, especially at the Unesco site of Göbekli Tepe (Taş Tepeler) near Urfa, where excavations have uncovered more than twice as many exquisite carved stone circles of Stonehenge.
There is much more in the region, not least the atmospheric bazaars of Gaziantep and Urfa. Both cities boast excellent archaeological museums (Urfa is home to the world’s oldest statue, dating to around 10,000 BC). The supposed birthplace of the Prophet Abraham, Urfa is a pilgrimage site, but is also known for its sira gecesi (raucous alfresco evenings of live music and dancing) and as the foodie mecca of Turkey, full of baklava shops and renowned restaurants. The influx of visitors has led to the reopening of mothballed hotels such as Anadolu Evleri, a period townhouse in Gaziantep’s old quarter. Jeremy Seal
Donatello’s genius, ItalyA Tuscan sculpture crawl
The V&A’s upcoming exhibition Donatello: Sculpting the Renaissance may inspire many to visit the birthplace of the “greatest sculptor of all time”. From the Uffizi Gallery to the Brunelleschi cathedral, there are a large number of Donatello sights in Florence, but the artist worked throughout Tuscany during his long life, and cheap public transport allows dragging a sculpture of various Renaissance glories.
Among the wonders in Prato, 23 minutes away by train, is an unusual outdoor pulpit on the southeast corner of the cathedral, decorated in white marble by Donatello. One of the main sights in Lucca, about an hour west, is the Guinigi Tower, with a group of large oak trees growing on its surface. The summer residence of that family, Villa Guinigi, is now a museum, where there is a tender pair of terracotta madonnas and sculptures of children made when the artist was barely out of his teens.
In Pisa, crowds flock to the cathedral and the leaning tower, but in the city center itself, a 15-minute walk away, the San Matteo museum’s stunning collection includes a gilded bust of San Rossore by Donatello, said to contain the actual skull of the saint.
Donatello moved to Siena for three years in the mid-1400s and made several dramatic bronzes for the baptistery of St. John, together with statues of sombre “virtue” Hope and Faith, and cheerful putti (cherubs). The last stop Arezzo is a bit off the beaten track but has a wonderful medieval square, and a cathedral that contains a luminous fresco of Mary Magdalene by Piero della Francesca as well as Donatello’s marble relief of the baptism of ‘ Christ.
There are EM Forster views from Fiesole, up the hill from Florence, where Pensione Bencistà (doubles from just £130), a converted medieval convent, has been welcoming guests since 1927. It will reopen in April after a winter refurbishment. Liz Boulter
Foodie fun, Hauts-de-FranceFine cuisine just over the Channel
The northern region of Hauts-de-France has been named European Capital of Gastronomy 2023 for its tempting food experiences. Among the many initiatives there is a route de la bière between the many craft breweries, cheese tastings, markets, food festivals, tours and workshops.
Lille is a good first stop: along with its craft beer and waffles, it has star chef Florent Ladeyn who gives a modern and ecological spin to Flemish cuisine. He sources all the ingredients for the canteen-style bistros Bloempot and Bierbuik-Bloemeke and the Michelin-starred Berga tal Vert Mont, in Boeschepe, within a 50km radius.
Montreuil-sur-Mer has long been a gourmet hotspot. The Saturday market offers cheese, wine, chocolate and coffee, and the restaurants include several by star chef Alexandre Gauthier. His newest venture, Sur Mer, will open in Merlimont in the spring. Those with a sweet tooth will enjoy a trip to Château de Chantilly for a taste of real, decadent whipped creme de Chantilly, and can even learn to make it in fun workshops at the Atelier de la Chantilly ice cream. Carolyn Boyd
Affric Highlands, ScotlandRewilding in action
Scotland is leading the way when it comes to “rewilding” initiatives, with many efforts to rebuild ecosystems. The most ambitious is Affric Highlands, a 30-year initiative on 500,000 acres of land between Loch Ness and Kintail. Launched by the charity Trees for Life, Rewilding Europe and a coalition of communities and landowners, it is the largest project in the UK and aims to take nature recovery to a new level, restoring forests and habitats and benefits wildlife from golden eagle and osprey to otter and mountain hare.
In this area is Trees for Life’s 10,000 acre Dundreggan Rewilding Estate, where the world’s first rewilding center will open in the spring. The aim is to encourage people to experience the forests, and learn about their history. Dundreggan is a base for conservation volunteers, but there will be new accommodation at the center as well as workshops and talks. Jane Dunford
Copenhagen, DenmarkArchitecture, art and food
Fans of sustainability, living and design should head to Copenhagen in 2023, when it will be Unesco’s capital of architecture. Events, showcases and talks will take place throughout the year; the best place to start is the Danish Architecture Centre, which hosts a new exhibition on Danish architecture from 24 March. On the port, public pavilions will showcase the work of architects specializing in sustainability. Also next to the water there will be Opera Park, an urban green space designed for climate resistance.
Two events to look out for are the Open House Copenhagen in March, which offers a look at stunning buildings normally closed to the public, and the Architecture Run in February, July and September, a 5 km route through museums and architectural gems.
Other reasons to visit include an upcoming digital art exhibition Refik Anadol – Nature Dreams in the south of the city, and a growing Asian food scene. In Christianshavn, the new apart-hotel Kanalhuset (doubles from just £75 a room) is an easy place to stay. Laura Sala
Leipzig, GermanyClassical music and modern art
Leipzig may feel low-key compared to Dresden, but it has a lot to offer the curious traveler, from historic sites like the Battle of the Nations Monument to a buzzy nightlife. Wagner was born here, Bach, Mahler and two Schumanns lived and worked in the town, Goethe wrote some of Faust in the restaurant Auerbachs Kellar, and Schiller wrote Ode to Joy in the town too. These legacies can be enjoyed in museums as well as in festivals including the Mahler Festival (May 11-29) and Bachfest (June 8-18). Leipzig’s ambitious campaign “The whole city as a stage” will increase its cultural offerings during 2023.
Leipzig has become a center of contemporary art thanks to the Spinnerei, a 19th-century cotton mill that has been transformed into 13 galleries and hundreds of artists’ studios. The complex also has an indie cinema, restaurant, beer garden and tours. Don’t miss the Palm Gardens, with bridges, pavilions and a 19th-century theater in an old petrol station. Eisenbahnstrasse in Volkmarsdorf offers multicultural dining options, and Karl-Liebknecht-strasse (KarLi for short) is the street for bar-hopping.Paul Sullivan
Málaga, SpainPicasso sites, sea and sardines
To mark the 50th anniversary of Pablo Picasso’s death, on April 8, galleries across Spain are planning special exhibitions: eight in Madrid, three each in Barcelona and Málaga, and one each in A Coruña and Bilbao. Málaga, the artist’s birthplace, is particularly proud of its famous son. The Picasso Museum Málaga – which is also celebrating its 20th anniversary – has Picasso: Matter and Body (8 August-10 September) and Echo of Picasso (2 October-24 March 2024) , and the Picasso Birthplace Museum is showing The Ages of Pablo (21. June-1 January 2024). Fans can also visit the church where he was baptized, the site of his school and the Malagueta bullring, where he saw the bullfight with his father.
Málaga has more to offer art lovers than Picasso, however. Its 40 museums and galleries include the Pompidou Center of Málaga, which opened in 2015 in an impressive waterfront cube; the Carmen Thyssen Museum of 19th century Spanish painting; and the free Contemporary Art Center of Málaga. The latter is located in Soho, the city’s vibrant street art district, which also has independent restaurants and shops, and a monthly producers’ market.
Secluded land, the capital of the Costa del Sol has 16 beaches; historical sights such as the “one arm” cathedral, Gibralfaro castle and the 11th century Alcazaba; and local favorite espetos de sardinas (sardines on a skewer). Rachel Dixon
Canfranc, Huesca, SpainRailway ‘cathedral’ becomes a hotel
What was once an unlikely location for Europe’s second largest railway station will become a destination hotel 910 meters up in the Spanish Pyrenees when it opens on 1 March. The Canfranc Station Royal Hideaway hotel occupies the pharaonic station, whose various misfortunes earned it the epithet “the Titanic of the mountains”. When it was conceived in 1853, Spain wanted to show that it was capable of building on the scale of Europe’s great railway cathedrals, but by the time it was completed in 1928 it was out of date.
During the second world war it served as a discreet place for the Nazis to hand over gold in exchange for Spanish tungsten, vital in the production of tanks, and was also a crossing point for Jewish refugees fleeing France of Vichy. The spectacular station, with its 365 windows and 200-metre-long platform, ceased to operate in the 1970s, but much of the original detail has been preserved in the 104-bedroom hotel (doubles from €230 room only) with two restaurants and a spa, all among snowy mountains. The area is great for rock climbing, the Camino de Santiago runs through the village, and there are several ski resorts nearby. It’s worth taking the scenic 16-mile train ride to the medieval town of Jaca. Canfranc can be reached by train from Zaragoza (trains run twice a day). Stephen Burgen
Rugby World Cup, FranceTouch down in nine great cities
In September and October the Rugby World Cup will take over nine host cities, including Lille, Nantes, Nice and Lyon. England and Scotland fans heading to Marseille for their first team matches on September 9 and 10 will catch the late summer sun in this famous city for the beaches, and diverse culture. Wales and Ireland fans in Bordeaux that weekend can enjoy the city’s wine bars, its atmospheric Chartrons district, the Cité du Vin wine museum and the show -relatively new art-based light Bassin des Lumières set in a former WWII German submarine base.
There will be a lively atmosphere in all the stadiums, but the crowds in Bordeaux and Toulouse will be particularly busy. Toulouse is known as the Ville Rose for the pink bricks of its old town, and its student population adds to its vibrant nightlife.
Fans without tickets to his Stade de Toulouse can watch the matches at Chez Tonton on Place Saint-Pierre, on the banks of the Garonne. By day, they can take a Taste of Toulouse food tour; have their minds blown at the Cité de l’espace space centre; and admire the giant robotic creations in the Halles de la Machine. The creators of the giant robots come from another host city Nantes, whose own collection includes a giant robotic elephant and a three-story, ocean-themed carousel.CB
Stranraer to Eyemouth cycle route, ScotlandSouthern stunner for two wheels
The rolling hills and ancient abbeys of southern Scotland are often overlooked by visitors heading for the Highlands, but a new 250-mile coast-to-coast cycle route, from Stranraer to Eyemouth, it will remind people of the beauty at the bottom of the country. The route, which weaves from west to east on quiet roads, will take riders to Newton Stewart and Galloway Forest Park, the UK’s first Dark Sky Park. From there, a maze of leafy lanes, with views over the Southern Opplands, lead to the 18th century market town of Castle Douglas, Dumfries, where Robert Burns spent his last years his, and the old mill towns and ruined abbeys of the Scotch. Borders, following the River Tweed past Sir Walter Scott’s Abbotsford and a plethora of history Mary Queen of Scots. The trail ends in the harbor town of Eyemouth, and is set to open in time for the UCI Cycling World Championships, which take place in Glasgow and across Scotland in August.
“The south of Scotland has a lot to offer, from Abbotsford and the abbeys to cultural events such as book festivals,” says Markus Stitz, of Bikepacking Scotland. “The enthusiasm of the local people and their hospitality make it a wonderful area to explore.”
The South is already well known among mountain bikers for the 7stanes trail centers spread across the region. It is hoped that the new route will show that road cycling is just as remarkable.Stuart Kenny
Alpine climbing, AustriaMountaineering village escapes
The beauty of the Alps has long been exploited for the mass tourism market. Large hotels, secondary houses, tacky ski resorts and a dense network of lifts are some of its many unaesthetic consequences. But not everyone craves six schnapps at a slopeside watering hole for the last après-ski hit. For those who wish to enjoy the natural scenery in peace, away from consumerism and concrete, the Mountain Villages are the ideal choice.
This association of holiday destinations, run by the Austrian Alpine Club, promises a “pure” mountain experience. The 36 villages in Austria (as well as in neighboring Germany, Italy, Switzerland and Slovenia) are so small and sparsely populated that even the locals would need a map to find some of them. However, the inhabitants strive to maintain their culture and traditions. Here, visitors stay in accommodation provided by local residents and small businesses, instead of purpose-built chalet villages.
The mountains must be climbed with one’s own legs, at one’s own pace – cable cars are a rarity. This is the perfect escape for frazzled city dwellers. I ask Bernhard, a visitor from Vienna, what there is to do in the Styrian municipality of Krakau. “Well, walking”, he says. And when it rains? “Walking in the forest.” The lodgings are simple, the population a bit reserved (lacking the professional friendliness of large tourist centers), the mountain huts are excellent and the scenery formidable.
The association’s website gives detailed descriptions of mountain tours, a list of partner companies and an overview of the area’s history. “It’s fantastic: there’s nothing going on,” is how Aline, a Viennese woman in her mid-30s, sums up Krakau. She made a stopover in the mountains on her way from Vienna to Italy. Walking is the only thing on the agenda. And if it rains? “Pack a book”.Christopher Brennan
Dún Laoghaire harbour baths, DublinChilly dips plus fish and chips
For many intrepid Dubliners as well as visitors to the city, the idea of swimming in the sea at the 12 meter promontory at Dún Laoghaire evokes an almost religious fervor. Since the end of last year, another place has inspired a cult-like following among those who love cold water in the Irish capital: the Baths of Dún Laoghaire, reopened after a 25-year hiatus. A perfectly placed bronze sculpture of the revolutionary Roger Casement from 1916 takes to the sky from the tip of a new 35 meter jetty. He casts his wide eye on a new design for the area that includes a gazebo, a cafe, artist studios, a changing area and a beach garden.
After a healthy dip, cross the road to join the queue at Teddy’s for Dublin’s most popular 99 ice cream cones. The newly opened cycle lanes follow much of Dublin’s coastal trail, leading to the Martello Tower at Seapoint, another swimming spot that draws a loyal crowd at high tide. Nobel Prize winning poet Seamus Heaney lived at Sandymount – that beach is the setting for his three-line poem The Strand. The coastal trail continues to Ringsend and the candy-striped Poolbeg Towers, the town’s unofficial symbol. The South Wall was the longest sea wall in the world when it was built in 1731.
Along the Liffey, the trail continues north to windswept Dollymount Strand, where kite surfers perform aerial acrobatics, and onto the cliff walk at Howth Head, ending at -Howth village, for some of Dublin’s best fish and chips. Skerries, in the far north of the county, completes the trail, where the Stoop Your Head water pub serves Dublin Bay prawns and excellent Guinness. Fergal McCarthy
Versailles, FranceMarie-Antoinette for a day
With the BBC’s thrilling new drama about Marie Antoinette – starring Emilia Schüle as the 14-year-old future French royal – airing on BBC Two on Thursday nights in January and February, the dazzling house of the Sun King is the p(a)lace you should visit. this year.
Apart from the attraction of discovering sites linked to the controversial Austrian queen, perhaps the best reason to visit Versailles in 2023 is an exciting immersive experience that gives visitors the chance to play Marie-Antoinette for the day. While staying at the new Le Grand Contrôle hotel, they can learn the queen’s beauty secrets in a perfume workshop, then wander the landscaped gardens of the Petit Trianon, where she once sought refuge from court etiquette, before wearing one of the elaborate panniers. towering flour-dusted gowns and wigs featured in the BBC series (which premiered on December 29). Heidi Fuller-Love
Appian Way, ItalyThe first Roman road
He was known as the queen of the streets – regina viarum. Completed in 190 BC, the Appian Way runs for 350 miles from Rome to Brindisi, and the entire route is being recognized by Unesco this year. Named after the magistrate Appius Claudius Caecus, it was the first highway of ancient Rome, and a marvel for its time, with expertly placed stones making a truly all-weather surface. But over the centuries much of this has disappeared under farmland and villages – or evolved into the SS7 main road.
In 2015, photographer Riccardo Carnovalini and writer Paolo Rumiz used old documents and satellite images to walk the entire Appian Way (GPX of the route is available here). However, it is not an easy route to follow, which is why the Ministry of Culture has set aside €20m to develop the Appian Way into, it hopes, a pilgrimage route that matches the Camino de Santiago, with refreshment stops and accommodation.
While its start at the Forum of Rome is long lost, a straight section reachable by arrow can be easily reached by bus (no. 118). Near the grave of Cecilia Metella, at the three-mile mark, the first original stones appear, often with cartwheel grooves.
This year the road is being restored near Benevento in Campania, and Mesagne in Puglia. Follow the progress on camminodellappia.it, and plan a walk to save the past for the future. LB
Skye, Inner Hebrides, ScotlandWild wilderness comfort
Wild fauna, dramatic scenery, lace-like coastline … there are many reasons to visit the Isle of Skye, but 2023 raises accommodation ahead of the opening of the Bracken Hide, a cool hotel in the desert. Forty-five en suite cabins dot the 52-acre site, and guests can gather in the Hub (home to Frasers restaurant, whiskey bar, lounge and screening and games rooms).
It’s very eco-friendly, with booths clad in sustainable wood and hand-picked clams and local venison on the menu. There are Nordic saunas, plunge pools, a wild swimming pond and views across Loch Portree and the Sound of Raasay.
Run by the duo behind Skye’s Cowshed Boutique Bunkhouse, the Bracken Hide marries hotel comfort with cabin wildness. Skye Adventure is a partner, offering activities from kayaking to climbing, and Portree is within walking distance. Opens in March (booking now), from £150 B&B for two.JD
What are the top 3 tourist countries?
Which is the first tourist place in the world? What is the first place to visit in the world? Paris, The City of Love, is synonymous with culture, architecture, food and fashion. Paris is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, famous for the Louvre Museum, Notre Dame cathedral and the Eiffel Tower.
What is the top countries for tourists?
These are the top countries deemed good for tourism by global survey respondents….
- Italy. #1 in Good for tourism. …
- Spain. #2 in Good for tourism. …
- Australia. #3 in Good for tourism. …
- France. #4 in Good for tourism. …
- Greece. …
- Switzerland. …
- New Zealand. …
- Thailand.
What are the 3 most visited countries in the world?
| Degree | Destination | International tourist arrivals (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | 89.4 million |
| 2 | Spain | 82.8 million |
| 3 | United States | 79.7 million |
| 4 | China | 62.9 million |
Where do tourists not go?
| Degree | Country/Territory | Visitors in 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tuvalu* | 3,700 |
| 2 | Marshall Islands | 6,100 |
| 3 | Niue* | 10,200 |
| 4 | Kiribati* | 12,000 |
Which countries are least visited by tourists? 7 least visited countries in the world and how to visit them
- Nauru. Nauru is the third smallest country in the world (Shutterstock)…
- Tuvalu. Aerial view of Tuvalu (Shutterstock)…
- São Tomé and Príncipe. Pico Cão Grande in Sao Tome and Principe (Shutterstock)…
- Djibouti. Assal Lake (Shutterstock) …
- Dominica. …
- Liechtenstein. …
- Guyana.
Why not to go to Lake Tahoe?
“These natural destinations desperately need a break from visitors,†according to Fodor’s. According to the popular travel guide, Lake Tahoe has a people problem, resulting in traffic jams, packed beaches and trails and a decrease in lake clarity.
Is Lake Tahoe worth visiting? Packed to the brim with places to see, Lake Tahoe is one of the best places to travel in the country if you love the outdoors. It has everything from rambling nature strolls, high-octane water sports, powder ski slopes and even tough mountain hikes.
When should you not visit Lake Tahoe?
avoid the Summer months and holidays. On weekends, visitors and their cars – namely on Highway 89, near Tahoe City, and on US 50 near South Lake Tahoe – congest all the main roads, facilities and beaches and other references of -travel (in these summer months, weekdays are better although also busy).
Is Lake Tahoe safe to visit?
Tourist hotspot Lake Tahoe landed on Fodor’s 2023 “No List” travel guide, which is advising people that if they care about the environment, they should stay away.
Why is Lake Tahoe so polluted?
Lake Tahoe suffers from increased loads of fine sediment and dissolved nutrients. The influx of nutrients, mainly phosphorus and nitrogen, are literally fertilizers, supporting the growth of free-floating and attached algae. Urban stormwater is the largest source of pollution that disturbs the clear water of Lake Tahoe.
