Pacific Tips 2024 September 19 Thu

Author

Dean F
September 19, 2024

Hello, fellow travelers! As we inch closer to the weekend, I wanted to share some truly exciting travel ideas with you today. Whether you’re daydreaming about your next big adventure or actively planning your next escape, today’s edition of Pacific.Tips has something special just for you.

From dream vacations tailored to every decade of your life to tips on avoiding crowds at one of Italy’s most picturesque destinations, you’ll find inspiration for trips both near and far. If you’re more of an adventurer, I can’t wait for you to dive into the coastal wonders of Cape Town, or perhaps you’re intrigued by the quirks of time zone borders (spoiler: they aren’t as straightforward as you’d think!). For those venturing into China soon, we’ve got practical travel tips to make your experience smoother. And, if you’re a food lover, there’s a delightful guide to the best meatless feasts in Shanghai waiting for you.

So, whether you’re looking for a life-changing trip or just a fun travel tidbit, this newsletter is for you!

• Plan the perfect getaway for every stage of your life with dream vacations for each decade.

• Ready for adventure? Join Craig Foster on top coastal explorations in Cape Town, a trip filled with wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.

• Looking to explore Italy? Find out how to visit Cinque Terre without the crowds and have a peaceful, picturesque experience.

• Heading to China? Learn the best travel tips, from visas to mobile payments, to make your trip smoother.

• Ever wondered why time zones don’t follow straight lines? This fascinating article explains why time zone borders aren’t straight.

• For our foodies out there, check out meatless feasts in Shanghai—five plant-based dining spots you can’t miss.

The Ultimate Vacation to Take in Every Decade of Your Life

From conquering Machu Picchu to exploring the French Riviera, these are the ultimate vacations to take in your 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond.

www.travelandleisure.com/dream-vacations-for-every-decade-of-your-life-5438615

Documentarian Craig Foster's guide to Cape Town's most epic underwater adventures

His devotion to the world's oceans won him an Oscar. Now he shares his favourite things to do in Cape Town, from whale spotting in False Bay to freediving in the kelp forests.

bbc.com/travel/article/20240820-craig-fosters-top-cape-town-coastal-adventures

Visit One of Italy’s Most Beautiful and Beloved Spots—Without the Crowds

How one Afar editor managed to find seclusion in Cinque Terre.

www.afar.com/magazine/how-to-visit-cinque-terre-without-the-crowds

Visiting China in 2024: A guide to visas, mobile payments and more | CNN

China has been amping up efforts to lure international tourists by introducing more welcoming policies. Here’s what travelers planning a journey to this vast nation need to know.

www.cnn.com/2024/09/10/travel/china-travel-tips-visas-mobile-payments-intl-hnk

Why Are Time Zone Borders Not Straight & Equidistant?

If you travel far enough to the east or west, chances are you’re going to go into a new time zone. There’s a funny thing about time zones though –…

yourmileagemayvary.com/2024/09/13/why-are-time-zone-borders-not-straight-equidistant

Meatless feasts in Shanghai: 5 delicious destinations

Interest in vegetarian and vegan food is rising in China's trendsetter city

asia.nikkei.com/Life-Arts/Life/Meatless-feasts-in-Shanghai-5-delicious-destinations

Add Pacific Tips to your Homescreen!

You can now add Pacific Tips to your home screen. Just tap the person or hamburger menu in the upper right ↗️ corner and then Add to home screen!

Pacific Tips is hosted on Beehiiv; engage your audience regularly!
Try it today!