Travel

March 26, 2025

$8 Billion Tunnel Will Connect Denmark and Germany, Cutting Travel Time in Half

Despite being bordering countries, there aren’t many direct routes between Denmark and Germany. To ameliorate this, the two countries have embarked upon an ambitious collaboration: the Fehmarnbelt tunnel. This tunnel will dramatically reduce travel times between major cities like Copenhagen and Hamburg, and will serve not only as Denmark’s largest infrastructure project but also the world’s longest immersed tunnel at 11 miles.

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February 26, 2025

Venice Carnival Unfolds With Striking Costumes and Incredible Spectacles

Carnival is in full swing around the world, and one of the best celebrations happens in Venice. The Italian city, known for its watery canals and gondolas, has been celebrating the occasion since at least the late 11th century, with it being declared a public holiday in 1296. From traditional masks to innovative costumes, the Venetians know how to put on a show.

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January 29, 2025

Win a Week of Remote Work in Norway’s Breathtaking Landscape To Embrace “Hygge” Living

The Scandinavian concept of “hygge” involves embracing comfort, warmth, and contentment. While it’s challenging to fully capture its essence in words, the best way to experience it is simply to live it. If you’re feeling weary of sterile corporate offices or the monotony of working from home, Norwegian web browser company Opera is offering a unique opportunity for 10 people to immerse themselves in the true spirit of hygge.

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December 24, 2024

Fascinating Video Shows Elaborate Way Bread Is Served in Afghanistan’s Pashtun Community

Every culture has its own traditions for sharing meals, and the Pashtun community in Afghanistan offers a particularly distinctive approach to serving food. In a now viral video circling online, a large gathering of men receive pieces of bread distributed on a long cloth, which unfurls smoothly, almost like a train, allowing everyone to reach their bread where they sit.

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