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Who would have thought that there are still relatively unknown parts of Tuscany to explore? The northern region of Garfagnana is perfect for a short road trip, away from the touristic bustle of Pisa and the Chianti region. Starting from the atmospheric walled city of Lucca, this itinerary will take you into the forest-covered mountains …
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Montenegro might be small, but there is plenty to see and do. This mountainous country has some of the most spectacular landscapes in Europe and seems to have only scenic roads: perfect for a road trip! Although the coast gets plenty of visitors, the interior is still rather wild and deserted, especially outside the summer …
Jordan has long been one of the Middle East’s more established tourist destinations, not in small part due to the stunning ruins of ancient Petra. But the country has impressive archeological sites from all periods: besides Nabatean Petra, there are the Roman ruins of Jerash, Byzantine mosaics, crusader castles and early-Islamic desert retreats to explore. …
Ecuador might be small, but it’s surprisingly varied. From the snow-capped volcanoes of the Andean highlands you can drive down to the lush and wildlife-rich rainforests of the Amazon Basin in a matter of hours. Modern meets colonial in cities like Quito, Guayaquil and Cuenca. And of course there are the completely unique Galapagos Islands. It’s …
There is no better way to explore the highlands of Ecuador than by taking a road trip. The high-altitude road between the country’s two biggest cities, Guayaquil and Quito, zigzags between snow-capped volcanoes, remote national parks and traditional Andean villages. This 1-week itinerary will help you make the most of the Ecuadorian Andes’ natural and …
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Maine, the USA’s northeastern-most state, is well known for its moose, its lobster and its gorgeous fall foliage. This road trip itinerary will take you from Bangor to Portland via Moosehead Lake and Acadia National Park, taking in the best of Maine. Time to fall in love with the state’s forest-covered hills, shimmering lakes and …
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County Galway is the perfect choice for a short road trip in Ireland. Narrow roads take you across vast, brooding landscapes, with the occasional small village or scattering of sheep. Traditional Irish culture is strong here, and recent years have seen a flourishing of the local food scene based on western Irish ingredients. This 4-day …
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Tiny Lebanon has had a long, and turbulent, history. It still bears the scars, but it also has a fantastic cultural legacy. Beirut is well known for its vibrant nightlife and restaurant scene, but it also happens to have one of the most beautiful museums of antiquities. And it is very easy to combine a …
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The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, which consists of two small twin islands at the southern end of the Carribean, is a great destination for those who are looking for idyllic beaches without the crowds. They may lack truly spectacular sights, but besides palm-fringed beaches, Trinidad offers elfin rainforest, wetland swamp and an interesting mix …
Sample itinerary for an off-the-beaten-track road trip in Dubai and the UAE (United Arab Emirates)
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