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True Travellers Society Podcast — October 6, 2025
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Top 10 Cultural Heritage Towns in Europe for 2026 in New Travel Report
Read the original | By Cecilia Rodriguez | Published: October 5, 2025
European Best Destinations named Ptuj, Slovenia the #1 cultural heritage town for 2026, topping a list shaped by UNESCO benchmarks, traveler surveys, and expert curation. The top 10 spotlight places where preservation, year-round culture, sustainability, and authentic cuisine come together—think Bruges, Dubrovnik, Albi, Florence, and more. If you’re planning cultural travel in 2026, this list is a ready-made map to crowd-light, deeply rooted European gems.
Il foliage più bello da vedere in autunno in Campania
Read the original | By Redazione Travel | Published: October 5, 2025
Campania’s Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park (UNESCO) turns into a stunning fall palette of golds and reds across beech, oak, and chestnut forests. Go for scenic hikes, medieval villages like Padula and Teggiano, and seasonal flavors—castagne, funghi, salumi, formaggi, and new olive oil. Peak foliage runs from mid-October to early November; weekdays and early morning light make for the most peaceful, photogenic outings.
Oregon Coast: A Place for High-Key Adventures or Low-Key Outdoor Fun
Read the original | By Nora Heston Tarte | Published: October 5, 2025
Coos Bay delivers autumn adventures from high-speed Oregon Dunes off-roading to mellow estuary kayaking and guided tide pooling with marine biologists. Add in year-round seafood (oysters, rockfish, crab), casual local favorites, and cozy stays like Bay Point Landing’s cabins and Airstreams. Pro tip: watch tide charts, mind slick trails after rain, and consider guided mushroom foraging for a safe seasonal twist.
Baking Icelandic Bread in Hot Volcanic Sand
Read the original | By Vic Arkoff | Published: October 5, 2025
At Laugarvatn Fontana on Iceland’s Golden Circle, rye dough is buried in warm black lava sand for 24 hours, then unearthed and served on daily tours. It’s a delicious, only-in-Iceland way to experience geothermal power alongside thermal baths, greenhouses, and more. A flavorful stop to add to any Golden Circle itinerary.
Hotel insiders share their tips for 5 new Park Hyatts around the world
Read the original | By Ramsey Qubein | Published: October 5, 2025
From Marrakech to London, Johannesburg, Kuala Lumpur, and a refreshed Tokyo icon, insiders reveal the rooms, views, dishes, and photo spots that elevate a Park Hyatt stay. Think wraparound Atlas Mountain views in Marrakech, London’s sweeping landmark vistas, KL’s sky-high panorama, and Tokyo’s cinematic suites. These tips turn a luxury booking into a tailored experience, right down to must-try menu items and Instagram-worthy corners.
Indigenous nations plan tariff-free trade corridor across US-Canada border
Read the original | By Sonal Gupta | Published: October 5, 2025
Standing Buffalo Dakota Nation and Fort Peck Sioux Tribes are reviving ancestral trade routes into a modern, Indigenous-governed corridor aimed at tariff-free commerce. The $2B proposal leans on Jay Treaty principles, though legal asymmetry—recognized in the U.S., not in Canada—poses hurdles alongside verification, regulatory, and governance challenges. If realized, it could reshape cross-border supply chains and bolster economic sovereignty.
New book gives an insider’s look at London’s extensive street art culture [Interview]
Read the original | By Jessica Stewart | Published: October 5, 2025
Giulia Riva’s As Seen on the Streets of London dives into the city’s street art legacy with 11 artist interviews, a historical deep-dive, and mapped routes. The book explores London’s evolution—from raw, unsanctioned work to glossy, commissioned murals—while spotlighting community-driven scenes in neighborhoods like Penge and Walthamstow. Available now via BLocal, with Lisbon and Rome editions planned for 2026.
Bring in Dutch-style rail fare system, says expert
Read the original | By Rhodri Lewis | Published: June 10, 2024
Wales’ rail fares are riddled with anomalies, says transport expert Stuart Cole, who argues for a clear, distance-based model like the Netherlands. The Welsh Government agrees the system is broken, but warns that simplification could create “winners and losers” on price. UK-wide reforms under Great British Railways may eventually lead to a more transparent fare structure.
Kotka to Derry: Stubb approves Finnish leg of European Route E16
Read the original | By Wif Stenger | Published: October 5, 2025
Finland approved an amendment to extend the E16 across its territory, redesignating existing highways from Rauma to Kotka and likely unlocking more EU funding. While largely symbolic, the move strengthens east–west connectivity, security of supply, and economic links, with no new road construction required. The full E16 will stretch about 1,580 km across five countries.
Россияне попадают в кадр
Read the original | By Александра Майданская | Published: October 5, 2025
Film tourism is gaining traction in Russia as travelers seek out shooting locations from beloved movies and series, from Medvezhyegorsk to Sochi, Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Crimea. While packaged “film location tours” are still rare and infrastructure lags, demand is steady—often as short, weekend add-ons rather than full trips. Preserved sets like Astrakhan’s “Orda” park show how destinations can monetize cinematic heritage with the right investments.
