"The title 'explorer' became a kind of self-fulfilling prophecy. Because I said I was, I started to look for things to make it true," says our new contributing editor, Alice Morrison
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Want to see whales in the wild? Make sure you're in the right place at the right time with the help of our expert guide
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In the shadow of Gertrude Bell The early-20th-century travels of explorer Gertrude Bell through Türkiye’s Tur Abdin are as overlooked…
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From film and music festivals to Indigenous celebrations, plan your trip with our pick of Canada's top cultural events
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The Nara Prefecture in Central Japan is replete with attractions. Check them out here.
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From wildlife walks around Cuc Phuong National Park to adventures exploring the world's largest cave, it's time to pull on your walking shoes
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By The Travel Magazine | Valery Collins | 3/6/2025 3:16 AM
If you have ever wondered what it would be like to live in a gorge, get the experience at Rock Mill Luxury Holiday Apartments.
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Italy’s north-eastern jewel boasts Roman riches, Venetian architecture, Habsburg cities, marshy lagoons, snowy mountains, karst terrain, rolling vineyard landscapes – and none of the crowds
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Go beyond BC's great outdoors and plan a cultural trip in the province's urban centres
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From exploring mountain-stitched national parks to discovering art-filled cities, these are the destinations to add to your to-go list...
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With tropical forest, mountains, limestone peaks and wetlands, the Southeast Asian country is one of the most biologically rich places on earth
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Adult only Veranda Paul et Virginie hotel, is away from it all, pretty with thatch roofs, palm trees and plenty of calm.
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It’s wild up north! The rugged, empty fringes of Scotland are busier than you’d think, with wildlife scattering its islands, mountains and coast
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Learn more about this unique culture and community through world-class museums, tours and the insights of our local expert…
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Veneto is one of the most fascinating regions in Italy—a place where art, history,…
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From iftar cannons and Ramadan drummers to Vimto and pide, many countries put their own spin on the month of fasting
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As the region bounces back from Hurricane Helene, now is the time to plan your 2025 trip…
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From exploring the architecturally spectacular Louvre Abu Dhabi to heading out into the desert, this is your ultimate itinerary for the UAE's capital
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Discover the vibrant colours and abundant wildlife of Alaska on an unforgettable, small-ship excursion that's tailored to you.
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As staff cuts put pressure on the USA’s most popular national parks, we share the lesser-known sites that are worthy of your attention…
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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for April 1, 2025 is:
cynosure \SYE-nuh-shur\ noun
A cynosure is a person or thing that attracts a lot of attention or interest. As a proper noun, Cynosure may refer to the North Star or its constellation Ursa Minor.
// He was the cynosure of all eyes as he walked into the room.
"Look at any picture of Kashmir and you'll understand why it is called heaven on earth. And Srinagar, framed by the majestic Zabarwan Mountains, is the cynosure of all travel itineraries, offering a mix of breathtaking landscapes, rich culture, and spirituality." — Mallika Bhagat, Times Now (Mumbai, India), 17 Dec. 2024
Did you know?
Ancient mariners noted that all the stars in the heavens seemed to revolve around a particular star, and they relied on that star to guide their navigation. The constellation that this bright star appears in is known to English speakers today as Ursa Minor, or the Little Dipper, but the Ancient Greeks called it Kynósoura, a term that comes from a phrase meaning "dog's tail." Kynósoura passed into Latin and Middle French, becoming cynosure. When English speakers adopted the term in the 16th century, they used it as a name for both the constellation and the star (which is also known as the North Star or Polaris) and also to identify a guide of any kind. By the 17th century, cynosure was also being used figuratively for anything or anyone that, like the North Star, is the focus of attention or observation.