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Seven Magic Mountains near Las Vegas, Nevada.

Is Seven Magic Mountains worth visiting from Las Vegas?

Visit Seven Magic Mountains, a striking art installation of brightly-colored rock towers in the Nevada desert. Find out if it is worth the drive from Las Vegas. What is Seven Magic Mountains? Seven Magic Mountains is a location-specific art installation by Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone.…

In-flight meals guide: The best choices and the science of taste

Discover why in-flight meals taste different. Learn the science of taste at altitude, the best food choices for flying, and why airlines use so much sauce. The history of in-flight meals Sandwiches or fruit? They were the options offered 100 years ago for the first…

Where locals eat and drink in Las Vegas

Find out where locals eat and drink in Las Vegas. Discover bars and restaurants off the Strip, including Carson Kitchen and The Laundry Room. Beerhaus Locals tend to avoid the Strip wherever possible, with the Beerhaus a notable exception – largely because it’s next to…

Cape du Couedic Lighthouse, Kangaroo Island: Hours, entry & visitor tips

First time visiting Cape du Couedic Lighthouse on Kangaroo Island, South Australia? This guide covers opening hours, entry details, how to get there, what to expect — and nearby attractions. Overview of Cape du Couedic Lighthouse Cape du Couedic Lighthouse stands on the rugged south-west…

The stairs at Admirals Arch in Flinders Chase National Park, Kangaroo Island.

Admirals Arch, Kangaroo Island: Hours, prices, parking & visitor tips

First time visiting Admirals Arch on Kangaroo Island, South Australia? This guide covers opening hours, entry fees, how to get there, what to expect — and nearby attractions. Overview of Admirals Arch Admirals Arch is a striking natural stone arch on the southwest coast of…

Why the Museo Picasso in Malaga is worth visiting

The Museo Picasso in Malaga is worthwhile for its extensive biographical detail on Pablo Picasso, tracing his life, political views, and changing styles, even if it does not display his greatest masterpieces. Malaga as a destination in its own right Many visitors see the Spanish…

The Kröll strudel café in Innsbruck, Austria.

Kröll, Innsbruck: How one café will change your view of strudels

Visit Kröll in Innsbruck, Austria, a café in an 800-year-old prison offering over 20 strudel flavours, from traditional apple to chicken curry. Innsbruck’s specialist strudel café To the rest of the world, strudel is a pastry stuffed with apple and maybe sultanas. At Kröll in…

The best of Mala Strana: Prague neighbourhood guide

Explore Prague's romantic Mala Strana neighborhood. Discover the Lennon Wall, Petrin hill, and the unique Karel Zeman Museum. What is Mala Strana all about? Prague is sometimes built up as one of the world’s most romantic cities – but the reality often doesn’t match that…

London Bridge in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.

Las Vegas to Lake Havasu City drive: Distance, time & best route

Drive from Las Vegas to Lake Havasu City. Compare the short California route (153 miles) with the Arizona route, which includes Kingman and Hoover Dam. A detour to Lake Havasu City from Las Vegas Lake Havasu City in Arizona is one of the strangest places…

Punta Gorda to Tampa drive: Best stops, distance & time

Drive from Punta Gorda to Tampa (104 miles, 1h45m). Enjoy the gulf coast stops: Siesta Key, Sarasota (Ringling Museum), and Bradenton. Planning a Punta Gorda to Tampa road trip itinerary The Punta Gorda to Tampa drive heads up the west coast of Florida, offering plenty…