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Views: ‘The World’s Most Scenic Drive – Norway’s Atlantic Ocean Road’

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Besides Norway’s stunning frozen lakes, ancient ice glaciers and adorable huskies, tourists are blown away by what is known as ‘the world’s most scenic car journey.’ Stretching over eight kilometres, this magical road trip ventures through Norway’s 50,000 coastal islands and crosses over eight breathtaking bridges, whilst complimenting nature’s beauty. Experience the splendour of some of Norway’s most spectacular landmarks on this breathtaking aerial journey.

The Atlantic Ocean Road or the Atlantic Road is an 8.3-kilometer long section of County Road 64 that runs through an archipelago in Hustadvika and Averøy municipalities in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. 

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Travel & Photography: “Wanderlust Alps” (2021)

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Stretching from France all the way down to Slovenia, Europe’s most majestic mountain range encompasses eight countries. Wanderlust Alps charts the region’s most treasured routes and guides the reader every step of the way. Aimed at those with an appetite for adventure, this book offers a rich mix of treks for hikers who wish to brave the elements.

Through enlightening maps, first-hand tips, and breathtaking photography, Wanderlust Alps illustrates why the range’s craggy peaks and verdant plains make it an outdoor playground in any season. Expect dazzling content to inspire hikers of any experience and skill level, stunning landscape photography, and helpful hints and information on how best to enjoy more than 50 epic trails.

Alex Roddie is an active backpacker, mountaineer, and climber with over 15 years of outdoor experience. Based in England, he works as an editor, writer, and photographer for outdoor-related print publications and online media. Wanderlust Europe was released by gestalten in 2020.

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Island View: Capri – Marina Grande To Marina Piccola

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Capri, an island in Italy’s Bay of Naples, is famed for its rugged landscape, upscale hotels and shopping, from designer fashions to limoncello and handmade leather sandals. One of its best-known natural sites is the Blue Grotto, a dark cavern where the sea glows electric blue, the result of sunlight passing through an underwater cave. In summer, Capri’s dramatic, cove-studded coastline draws many yachts.

Video timeline: 0:00 Drone intro and Map 1:11 Marina Grande 19:33 Funicolare 21:06 Capri Town 23:23 La Piazzetta 30:35 Via Padre Serafino Cimmino 33:04 Church of SS. Salvatore and Santa Teresa 38:50 Via Roma 42:48 la Piazzetta 44:03 La Parisienne Clothing Store 48:51 Church of Santo Stefano 56:24 Via Vittorio Emanuele 1:01:32 Grand Hotel Quisisana 1:04:54 Hotel Luna 1:14:29 Carthusia Perfume Shop 1:20:21 Garden of Augustus 1:35:33 Charterhouse of St. Giacomo 1:54:23 Via Camerelle 2:02:37 Via Tragara 2:10:20 Belvedere Tragara 2:20:06 Faraglioni 2:34:10 Via Pizzolungo 2:53:03 Grotta di Matromania 3:01:36 Arco Naturale 3:10:29 Via Matromania 3:20:11 Via Croce 3:28:54 Piazzetta di Capri 3:37:00 Souvenir Shop 3:38:02 Via Roma 3:46:16 Via Mulo 3:56:02 Marina Piccola

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Travel: Germany’s New World Heritage Sites

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Take a look at Germany’s new UNESCO World Heritage Sites. We take you to the spa towns of Baden-Baden, Bad Ems and Bad Kissingen, as well as the artist colony Mathildenhöhe in Darmstadt. We will also show you the Jewish heritage cities of Speyer, Worms and Mainz, and follow the footsteps of the Romans along the limes.

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Baltic City Walks: Vilnius – Capital Of Lithuania (4K)

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Vilnius, Lithuania’s capital, is known for its baroque architecture, seen especially in its medieval Old Town. But the buildings lining this district’s partially cobblestoned streets reflect diverse styles and eras, from the neoclassical Vilnius Cathedral to Gothic St. Anne’s Church. The 16th-century Gate of Dawn, containing a shrine with a sacred Virgin Mary icon, once guarded an entrance to the original city. 

Lithuania, officially the Republic of Lithuania, is a country in the Baltic region of Europe. It is one of three Baltic states and lies on the eastern shore of the Baltic Sea. It shares land borders with Latvia to the north, Belarus to the east and south, Poland to the south, and Russia to the southwest. 

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Swiss Alps Village Walks: Mürren & Schilthorn Peak

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Mürren is a Swiss mountain village at the foot of the Schilthorn peak, which is accessible by cable car. Featured in a James Bond film, the Piz Gloria revolving restaurant contains the Bond World 007 exhibit and has views of Mont Blanc. Near Mürren is the Lauterbrunnen Valley, with its subterranean, glacial Trümmelbach Falls. Themed trails on the Allmendhubel peak include the Flower Panorama and North Face paths. 

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Design: Top 5 Small 2021 Camper Trailers (Video)

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Size matters. And that’s definitely the case when it comes to outdoor recreation vehicles. Some like it big, some like it compact, and there’s a vast range sitting in between each extreme. While the average length of a touring caravan sits between 19 and 20 feet, today, we’re interested in the smaller side, mini-campers, and caravans.

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Walking Tours: Granada In Southern Spain (4K)

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Granada is a city in southern Spain’s Andalusia region, in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains. It’s known for grand examples of medieval architecture dating to the Moorish occupation, especially the Alhambra. This sprawling hilltop fortress complex encompasses royal palaces, serene patios, and reflecting pools from the Nasrid dynasty, as well as the fountains and orchards of the Generalife gardens. 

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Walking Tour – Exeter In Southwest England (4K)

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Exeter is an ancient city on the River Exe in southwest England. Dating back to the Roman era, the Exeter City Walls surround its centre and Gothic Exeter Cathedral. Exeter Castle, a Norman landmark, overlooks leafy Northernhay and Rougemont Gardens. To their west, the Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) displays fine art and costumes. The vaulted, medieval Underground Passages snake beneath the city. 

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Village Walks: Portofino – The Italian Riviera (4K)

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Portofino is a fishing village on the Italian Riviera coastline, southeast of Genoa city. Pastel-colored houses, high-end boutiques and seafood restaurants fringe its Piazzetta, a small cobbled square overlooking the harbor, which is lined with super-yachts. A path leads from the Piazzetta to Castello Brown, a 16th-century fortress and museum with art exhibitions and panoramic views of the town and the Ligurian Sea.