As travel restrictions are beginning to ease in certain parts of the world, our minds are wandering to all the adventures that await post-pandemic. Though we can’t hop on an international flight just yet, we can start doing what we do best as passionate globetrotters: dream, plan, anticipate, and scour every inch of the internet for travel inspiration.
We have plenty of inspirational content here at Days to Come, but we thought it was high time to round up some of our most useful, motivational, and wanderlust-inducing articles in one spot. This way, it’ll be easier for you to uncover ideas for your future holidays!
Until we get the official go-ahead to ditch those quarantine “travel” plans (you know, the ones that involve moving from the couch to the fridge to the back garden), the posts listed here will get you revved up and ready to start daydreaming about your post-pandemic travels.
- Backyard travel
- Nature-centric holidays
- Off-grid escapes
- Road trip inspo
- Active adventures
- Bucket list trips
- Wellness vacations
Discover unforgettable adventures in your backyard
1. Low Season USA Travel: 11 Adventures to Have in Your Backyard
Close-to-home travel is going to be big in 2020, and — lucky for all our American friends — your backyard is the perfect place to scope out jaw-dropping natural wonders and adventures of epic proportions.
2. Is a Microadventure the New Way to Travel?
You don’t always have to jet off to the other side of the planet to get your travel fix. Sometimes, the best trips materialise when you seek out adventures in unexpected or unexplored places right where you live.
Reconnect with nature and explore wide-open spaces
3. Amazing Travel Experiences in the Norwegian Fjords
If you’re craving nature and adventure, the Fjord Norway region will deliver ten-fold. Discover destinations and experiences in every corner of this unfathomably stunning corner of the planet.
4. The Best Yosemite Day Hikes
Strap on your hiking boots and get ready to be blown away by the spectacular natural beauty of Yosemite National Park with these can’t-miss hikes.
5. The Best Places to go in Europe for Nature
From France to Latvia, England and Portugal, this article highlights a handful of the best places where you can reconnect with nature on the European continent.
6. Thorsmork Camping: Your Complete Hiking Guide
How’d you like to go hiking alongside towering mountain peaks and volcanic glaciers in one of the most otherworldly destinations on the planet? If an Iceland trip is on your travel wish list, don’t miss this beguiling destination.
7. The Best Walks and Day Hikes in New Zealand
No country does out-of-this-world wilderness hikes quite like New Zealand. Be it a challenging multi-day trek or a half-day route that skirts across glaciers, snowfields, and rock cliffs, there’s a trail for every traveller in this astonishingly diverse country.
Go off-grid and get away from it all
8. Dark Sky Locations for Stargazing in Wales
Get a little closer to the cosmos on a trip to Wales’ astro-tourism trail and dark sky destinations. Devoid of light pollution, these stargazing hotspots are the ideal place to enjoy the glimmering night sky in all its glory.
9. Canada Off the Beaten Track
Canada is brimming with under-the-radar destinations where you can go to get away from it all, have unforgettable active adventures, and spend time immersing yourself in nature. Discover a handful of those remote and lesser-known locales here.
10. The Best Time to See the Northern Lights in Norway
It’s no secret that Norway is one of the best places to spot the northern lights, but there are several ways you can increase your chances of seeing this awe-inducing phenomenon — and this article will show you how to do just that!
11. Places to Go for Solitude: 7 Destinations Where You Can Get Away From it All
From tropical islands to vast swathes of wilderness, the destinations listed in this article are some of the best places to go when you want to reflect, recharge, and hit the reset button.
Plan your perfect road trip
12. Your Perfect Icefields Parkway Itinerary
Discover some of the best things to see and do on a road trip along Alberta’s Icefields Parkway — AKA a 232 kilometre (144 mile) stretch of highway that runs through the insanely scenic Canadian Rockies.
13. West Coast, Best Coast: Your Road Trip Guide
Covering stretches of wild coastline, gorgeous beaches, ancient forests, and iconic seaside cities, a road trip along North America’s West Coast makes for an action-packed holiday like no other.
14. America’s Top 15 Road Trip Sites
What’s an American road trip without a few quirky, over-the-top, and downright bizarre roadside attractions? Whether you head to Salvation Mountain in California or Cadillac Ranch in Texas, you’re guaranteed a hefty dose of kitsch and Americana.
Get your heart pumping
15. 6 of the Best Patagonia Day Hikes
You don’t need unlimited vacation days or ample trekking experience to tackle Patagonia’s staggeringly beautiful hiking trails. Even if you only have a day or two to spare, you can still get a taste of the region’s mind-blowing scenery and strengthen your hiking skills in the process.
16. The Best Places to Mountain Bike in the World
For adrenaline junkies and avid cyclists, there’s no better way to explore the world’s most beautiful places than on two wheels. In this article, you’ll discover a few of the top spots to test your limits and get your fill of thrills.
17. We Rank the Best Hikes in Europe (Alps Included)
With trails weaving through gargantuan mountain peaks, storybook villages, and expansive alpine meadows, Europe is home to some of the best hiking routes on the planet. Find your perfect trail here.
18. The Best Surf Trips for Intermediate Surfers
A surfing trip is one type of holiday that’s great for the mind, body, and soul. Spend your days catching waves and mastering the art of this addictive sport in idyllic destinations like Australia, Costa Rica, and Bali.
Make that ultimate dream trip a reality
19. The Best Safari Destinations in the World
When it comes to dream safaris, the only question is: would you rather spot the Big Five in Kruger National Park, witness the Great Migration in Tanzania, or set off in search of gorillas in Uganda? This article might just help you decide!
20. What to Expect on a Cruise to Antarctica
If you have your sights set on a cruise to Antarctica at some point in the future, this article is for you. Not only will you find the answers to your most pressing questions, but you’ll also get a better idea of everything there is to see and do on this ultimate bucket list trip.
21. Beginner Mountaineering in Nepal
On the lookout for an active holiday that will test your limits physically and mentally? Consider these Himalayan peaks — all of which are challenging yet achievable, and suitable for beginners.
22. 18 Bucket List Adventures You Need to Experience in 2020
After being cooped up for weeks on end, you might be feeling the urge to completely rethink and revamp your bucket list. If that’s the case, we’ve got you covered! These epic experiences will have you taking your new and improved travel goals to another level.
Find a journey for the mind, body, and soul
23. 7 Amazing and Affordable Wellness Retreats in Asia
For anyone in need of a mind-body-soul reboot, this list of swoon-worthy and affordable retreat destinations across Asia will help you get blissed out on a budget.
24. Spiritual Trips to Find Yourself: Can Travel Really Help?
Not excited by the sound of a standard, run-of-the-mill holiday? A spiritual-focused trip could be just what you need to add a deeper sense of meaning and purpose to your travels.
25. 5 of the Best Wellness Vacations to Take When You’re Single
If you’re craving a transformative holiday but you’re hesitant to travel on your own, a wellness vacation offers the perfect happy medium: a trip that allows for plenty of me-time and the opportunity to bond with like-minded travellers.
