With COVID-19 and stay-at-home orders across the nation, travel plans have either been cancelled or postponed for many. That’s a bummer. But you may be able to keep your hunger for travel at bay, thanks to the internet and the wonders of virtual travel. We know you’re in for a lot of boredom during the quarantine, so we’ve compiled a list of things you could experience from the comfort of your couch, or your kitchen! 1. Virtual Museum tours at some of world’s most famous museums That’s right, you can now visit hundreds of museums across the world for free, thanks to Google Arts & Culture. According to Fast Company, Google Arts & Culture has partnered with over 2500 museums and galleries around the world, including Amsterdam’s Van Gogh Museum, London’s National Gallery, and the Whitney Museum of American Art. Why wait to visit the British Museum or Musée d’Orsay, when you can do it now? Visit: https://artsandculture.google.com/partner?hl=en 2. Go on a virtual tour of Rome and the Vatican Although you can't go there, you can definitely experience the beauty of the Eternal City. Go on walking tours of Rome and the Colosseum, and take a virtual tour of the Sistine Chapel, all from the comfort of your home. 4K Walking tour of Rome: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vK928kqYUPI 4K Walking tour of the Colosseum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJeF7hDB0UA Virtual tour of Vatican: http://www.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani/en/collezioni/musei/tour-virtuali-elenco.html 3. Take a shot at recipes from some beloved brands Bored of city and museum tours? We’ve got you covered. On their blog, Disney Parks has shared recipes for Churros and Dole Whip among others, and fans are ecstatic! But Disney isn’t the only one. Ikea has shared their recipe for Swedish Meatballs, while Cheesecake Factory shared recipes for some of their most popular dishes like the Cinnamon Roll Pancakes. Disney Parks recipes: https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/topics/disney-recipes/ Ikea’s Swedish Meatballs: https://twitter.com/IKEAUK/status/1252269467515617280/photo/1 Cheesecake Factory Recipes: https://www.thecheesecakefactory.com/about-us/our-recipes/ 4. Go on a stroll - virtually or otherwise Want to escape to the beauty of nature? Experience nature from home with virtual hikes and guided tours of national parks. Pick from South America’s wonderland, Patagonia, Yellowstone National Park and several others. Yellowstone National Park: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bme0rs75Z3E Death Valley National Park: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lh19rOVB0kY Patagonia, South America: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nD_dFyfOXIo Yosemite National Park: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fJEFi3ccwI 5. Plan your next adventure with Denizen Denizen is now offering 10% off for any trip booked in August, and 20% off trips booked during the pandemic for travel following January 2021. Go to denizentravelplanning.weebly.com and start preparing for your next best vacation! If the virtual world is starting to get boring, go out for a stroll, while practicing social distancing. #DenizenIsDistancing, and so should you!
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