Europe

Ireland is infinitely more than just four-leaf clovers and endless rain; it's a land of jagged coastlines, legendary pubs, and locals who could talk the hind legs off a donkey—all accessible without spending a fortune. From the history-soaked streets of Dublin to the rugged expanse of the Wild Atlantic Way and the vertigo-inducing heights of the Cliffs of Moher, our flight alerts ensure you spend less on flights, and more on the experiences that actually count.

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Toronto

Forget everything you thought you knew about Canada being a polite, freezing expanse. This place is seriously epic, stretching from Vancouver's gorgeous coastline and the towering Rockies right over to the hip coffee shops of Montreal and the rugged East Coast. 
The only problem? It’s massive. Luckily, this is where we step in. We find those great-value Canada Flights that prove you can tackle this stunning country without turning your bank account into a frozen wasteland.
Whether you're flying in from overseas or grabbing a domestic flight for a quick poutine run, our in-house Canadian crew is here to lend their expertise. So stop guessing when to book and where to go: our guides are your secret weapon for getting the most bang for your loonie, eh!

Canada

Forget everything you thought you knew about Canada being a polite, freezing expanse. This place is seriously epic, stretching from Vancouver's gorgeous coastline and the towering Rockies right over to the hip coffee shops of Montreal and the rugged East Coast.

Lisbon

Portugal is a masterclass in combining old-world charm with a coastline that’ll make you question why you haven’t moved there yet. We’re here to help you snag cheap flights to Portugal so you can spend that extra cash on more pastel de nata and crisp Vinho Verde instead of airfares. Whether you’re dreaming of a city break in the hilly, tiled streets of Lisbon, getting lost in the romantic palaces of Sintra, or surfing your way through the dramatic cliffs of the Algarve, we’ve got the intel to get you there for less.

Portugal

Portugal is a masterclass in combining old-world charm with a coastline that’ll make you question why you haven’t moved there yet.

Porto

Manchester

Forget the stereotype that England is nothing but endless gray drizzle, overpriced tourist traps in London, and people obsessing over the weather. We’re here to help you get past the postcard clichés and uncover the real magic, from the rolling hills of the Cotswolds and the moody peaks of the Lake District to the buzzing, eclectic streets of Manchester. We’re always hunting down the best England flight deals so you can save your cash for the actual essentials—like proper pub grub and a decent pint. This is your insider’s guide to booking cheap flights to England, and proving that the best of the UK is well within reach if you know how to search for it.

England

We’re here to help you get past the postcard clichés and uncover the real magic, from the rolling hills of the Cotswolds and the moody peaks of the Lake District to the buzzing, eclectic streets of Manchester.

Montreal

Nice

France isn't just about Eiffel Tower selfies; it’s a country that deserves a serious deep dive without the pretension—or the heavy price tag. We’re here to help you snag cheap flights to France so you can spend less on airfare and more on what actually matters: endless glasses of Bordeaux, buttery croissants, and authentic French food. Whether you’re planning a culture binge in the romantic streets of Paris, hunting for sunshine along the French Riviera, or wandering through the vineyard-lined hills of Provence, we’ve got the insider intelligence to get you there for less.

France

We’re here to help you snag cheap flights to France so you can spend less on airfare and more on what actually matters: endless glasses of Bordeaux, buttery croissants, and authentic French food.

Nantes

Dublin

Ireland

Ireland is infinitely more than just four-leaf clovers and endless rain; it's a land of jagged coastlines, legendary pubs, and locals who could talk the hind legs off a donkey—all accessible without spending a fortune

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Ottawa

Calgary

London Heathrow

Winnipeg

Paris

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Kelowna

Victoria

Europe 🏰 in $600s-$790s RT

Philadelphia

The United States is a travel heavyweight, packing everything from dazzling skylines and buzzing neon cities to natural wonders so epic they make your camera feel inadequate. It's the land of big ideas and even bigger distances—which is precisely where Jack’s Flight Club comes in. We’re here to help you skip the seriously long bus rides and the soul-crushing flight search by finding the cheap flights for you and proving you don't need to break the bank just to cross a few time zones.
Whether you're planning a swift weekend trip to the Big Apple, a surf session on the West Coast, or a grand tour of the national parks, we've got your back. Our Navigators love sprinkling in a generous helping of insider knowledge to make your trip count—because life’s too short to pay silly money for flights you can’t even brag about.

United States

The United States is a travel heavyweight, packing everything from dazzling skylines and buzzing neon cities to natural wonders so epic they make your camera feel inadequate. It's the land of big ideas and even bigger distances.

Zurich

If you think Switzerland is strictly a playground for the ultra-wealthy, it’s time to rethink the itinerary. The Swiss Alps and the crystal-clear shores of Lake Geneva are surprisingly attainable when you have the right intel, and we spend our time hunting down the best Switzerland flight deals so you don’t have to. We ensure your travel budget stays firmly focused on the actual experience—like sampling artisanal cheese in Bern or catching a scenic train ride through the Jungfrau region—rather than getting eaten up by airfare. Skip the inflated holiday packages, use our tracking to snag cheap flights to Switzerland, and prove that the quintessential Alpine escape doesn’t have to carry a premium price tag.

Switzerland

If you think Switzerland is strictly a playground for the ultra-wealthy, it’s time to rethink the itinerary. The Swiss Alps and the crystal-clear shores of Lake Geneva are surprisingly attainable when you have the right intel!

Geneva

Milan

Why should Italy be next on your list? Because it's the place where "living la dolce vita" is not just a slogan—it's the only way to operate. Travel to Italy means surrendering yourself to world-class authentic Italian food that will ruin your neighborhood pizzeria for you forever. We're talking freshly rolled dough, delicious ragus, and gelato that’s a mandatory daily pleasure, all served up with a side of next-level atmosphere.
But an Italy vacation is so much more than just a culinary tour; it's an effortless deep dive into culture through the ages. The art, the fashion, and the sheer, undeniable style of it all are so effortlessly chic, they'll make you want to immediately uproot your entire life.
One day, you could be standing awed by thousand-year-old historic sites in Rome or Florence, and the next, you're sipping an Aperol Spritz on the Amalfi Coast. From the rugged beauty of the Dolomites to secluded beaches, Italy offers a perfect backdrop for any adventure, whether you're seeking romance in Venice or a vibrant city break. It’s an inspiring destination that checks every box, and our affordable Flights to Italy make those Rome, Florence, and Venice dreams a reality.

Italy

"Living la dolce vita" is not just a slogan—it's the only way to operate in Italy. Our affordable Flights and travel guides will have you soaking in ancient history, sipping on spritzes, and splashing in the sea in no time.

Atlanta

Frankfurt

Think Germany is just giant steins of beer and lederhosen? You’re missing the actual vibe—which is surprisingly modern, rugged, and full of insane art scenes. From the techno basements of Berlin to the fairy-tale castles of Bavaria, this is a country that thrives on variety, and we’re on the hunt for the best cheap flights to Germany to help you explore it all. Why settle for expensive, last-minute fares when you could be sipping Riesling in the Mosel Valley for half the cost?

Germany

From the techno basements of Berlin to the fairy-tale castles of Bavaria, this is a country that thrives on variety.

Kraków

Poland is the sort of place that makes you wonder why you’ve been spending your travel budget on the usual suspects when you could be exploring some of Europe’s most underrated urban hubs. From the fairytale spires of Kraków and the modern, resilient energy of Warsaw to the hidden, cobblestone magic of Wrocław, this is a country that consistently punches way above its weight. So stop scrolling, and get booking your cheap flights to Poland to discover a destination that’s equal parts historic, affordable, and surprisingly cool.

Poland

From the fairytale spires of Kraków and the modern, resilient energy of Warsaw to the hidden, cobblestone magic of Wrocław, this is a country that consistently punches way above its weight.

Warsaw

Oslo

Norway has a knack for making almost every other landscape look a bit ordinary, and with the right intel, getting there doesn't have to cost a fortune. We’re deep in the data to find you the best Norway flight deals, clearing the path for you to trade your local view for the dramatic, towering fjords, the Northern Lights, or the historic charm of Bergen. Our insider strategy will help you score cheap flights to Norway and keep your travel budget focused on the important stuff—like exploring the vibrant streets of Oslo and experiencing the wild, untamed beauty of the Arctic north.

Norway

Norway has a knack for making almost every other landscape look a bit ordinary, and with the right intel, getting there doesn't have to cost a fortune.

Bergen

Dallas

Tallinn

Is Estonia just a tech-savvy fairytale? Pretty much. One minute you’re navigating the cobblestone medieval streets of Tallinn’s Old Town, and the next you’re logging onto free public Wi-Fi in the middle of a forest—it’s that kind of place. We’re tracking cheap flights to Estonia so you can dive into this Nordic-Baltic hybrid without the usual headache of high-season prices. Whether you're here to embrace the sauna culture or get lost in the boglands of Lahemaa, our Estonia flight deals are your ticket to the coolest destination you haven’t visited yet.

Estonia

Whether you're here to embrace Estonia's sauna culture or get lost in the boglands of Lahemaa, this is your ticket to the coolest destination you haven’t visited yet. 

Houston

Madrid

Sick of looking out the window at the same old gray sky? We get it. Sometimes you just need to swap reports and Teams chats for tapas and a questionable sangria that tastes suspiciously like pure sugar. Spain isn't just one place; it’s a million different escapes waiting to happen, from the scorching beaches and Moorish architecture of the south to the mountains and wine regions up north.
We’ve been hunting down Flights so cheap, you won't even care whether your boss notices you're gone. Consider this your official notice: your next spontaneous trip is calling, and it sounds suspiciously like "Hola."
But we’re not just going to drop you off at the gate with a map and a shrug. On this page, you’ll find all the insider intel—hand-crafted articles, honest reviews, and destination guides—to help you navigate everything from the world's best paella to how to avoid tourist traps. 
We've done the legwork and gathered the secrets of Spain, so you can stop scrolling through boring forums and start perfecting your siesta game. If a trip is worth taking, it’s definitely worth taking for less.

Spain

If you're looking for a destination where the default settings are fiesta and siesta, Spain is the one. You're in for legendary food, charming, sun-drenched streets, and mind-blowing architecture, and that's before you even hit the beach.

Phoenix

Salt Lake City

Stockholm

Sweden isn’t just the sleek, high-design wonderland you see in glossy magazines—it’s an outdoor enthusiast’s dream, packed with history and a café culture that’s arguably the best in the world. Whether you’re hunting for the best Sweden flight deals to experience the midnight sun in Swedish Lapland, wandering the historic streets of Stockholm’s Gamla Stan, or exploring the maritime charm of Gothenburg, we’ve got your back. Our navigators are on the hunt for the genuinely good value airfare that unlocks the magic of Scandinavia, giving you the insider tips you need to book smarter, save on the essentials, and secure cheap flights to Sweden.

Sweden

Sweden isn’t just the sleek, high-design wonderland you see in glossy magazines—it’s an outdoor enthusiast’s dream, packed with history and a café culture that’s arguably the best in the world.

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Munich

Dublin ☘️ at €73 rtn from Munich

Picture your dream European itinerary! We know you have one; don't lie.

Amsterdam

If you’re still picturing the Netherlands as just one giant postcard of windmills and wooden shoes, you’re missing out on one of Europe’s most dynamic corners. This is the place where historic canal-side cycling meets cutting-edge urban design and a bar culture that’s second to none. We’re scouting the routes to land you the best Netherlands flight deals, whether you’re plotting a culture-heavy weekend in Amsterdam, exploring the industrial cool of Rotterdam, or getting lost in the medieval charm of Utrecht. Don’t just scroll through photos—book the cheap flights to the Netherlands and find out why this place is so much more than just the stereotypes.

Netherlands

This is the place where historic canal-side cycling meets cutting-edge urban design and a bar culture that’s second to none.

Amsterdam, Dublin & Milan 🏙️ in $1600s-$1700s RT

Copenhagen

Denmark is far more than just sleek architecture and an obsession with bike lanes—it’s an effortless blend of Scandi-cool design, cosy hygge culture, and historic harbour cities that don't need to shout to be impressive. Whether you’re planning a weekend of design-spotting in Copenhagen, exploring the ancient, cobbled streets of Aarhus, or chasing music festival highs in Roskilde, we’re constantly tracking the best Denmark flight deals to get you there for a bargain. Stop overpaying, snag some cheap flights to Denmark, and find out why this corner of Scandinavia is worth far more than just a quick layover.

Denmark

Denmark is far more than just sleek architecture and an obsession with bike lanes—it’s an effortless blend of Scandi-cool design, cosy hygge culture, and historic harbour cities that don't need to shout to be impressive.

Dublin 🍀 at €55 rtn from Copenhagen 

Taking my whole family on a spur of the moment escape to Ireland!

Spontaneous error fare trip!

Crazy! I just got an error fare from Toronto to Dublin! ($118 CDN) Going late November, which is not great, but why not! The weather wont be much better here!

I just got an error fare from Toronto to Dublin! 

I randomly woke up around 4 a.m. and decided to step outside. Luck was on my side, because I ended up catching the most incredible sunrise I&rsquo;ve ever seen

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Loved the trip and got lucky that the dates were right after our anniversary!
Highly recommend using Jack&#39;s flights and visiting Dublin !

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Hey there, Travellers!
This time last week, I was racing around the UK and Ireland by public transport. Starting in Edinburgh on Thursday morning, I had to hit 4 out of 5 possible checkpoints before finishing up in Manchester on Saturday evening. I opted for Dumfries (Scotland), Enniskillen (Northern Ireland), Drogheda (Ireland), and Wrexham (Wales), skipping a quick turnaround in York in favour of a cold drink and a shower.
You may be wondering why on earth I'd choose to spend 48 hours on public transport in the middle of summer. I have asked myself the same thing, and honestly the only answer I can come up with is that I enjoy the journey as much as the destination.&nbsp;
Highlights of my whirlwind trip included a drink at the <a href="https://www.globeinndumfries.co.uk/our-history/">historic Globe Inn in Dumfries</a>, a very&nbsp;relaxing hour's <a href="https://www.ernewatertaxi.com/">boat ride on the lough in Enniskillen</a>, and seeing the sun rise over Liverpool as I arrived on the overnight ferry from Belfast.
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Naturally, all semblance of normal eating habits goes out the window when you're on this kind of adventure, and over the years I've worked out my favourite travel snacks to take along for the ride. I had the usual box of cereal bars, an apple or two, and some salted pretzel bites, but this time I added a new player to balance out my food groups: snacking pickles. A genius combination with those dry pretzels, by the way.
That said, there's <a href="https://lupine.co.uk/race/2026-slovenia.html">another race across Europe</a> coming up in just two weeks, so I'm on the lookout for some new travel snack recommendations. Tell me&nbsp;<a href="https://members.jacksflightclub.com/articles/detour-246-accessible-travel-spots-and-2-days-in-athens#comments">in the comments</a> what foods you always pack for a long journey!
Happy travels and safe landings,

Katy - Editor of The Detour

The Awesome Destinations Making Travel Accessible

San Diego native Olivia left home three years ago to live on the road. Since then, she's had homebases everywhere from Quebec to England to New Orleans, but she always ends up back on the West Coast. When she's not hiking through the desert or the woods, she's usually exploring her current city and scoping out the best bars and coffee shops.

By Olivia

If you look up &ldquo;disability-friendly travel destinations,&rdquo; you&rsquo;ll likely find the same sorts of results over and over. Most articles just list the biggest urban areas from touristy countries with good accessibility regulations and then call it a day.&nbsp;
It bugs me to see such a limited approach to scoping out disability-friendly destinations! There are more possibilities than just cities, and laws are really just the beginning of what makes a place accessible. To provide some more interesting ideas, I&rsquo;ve rounded up a few destinations that aren&rsquo;t on most of those lists but still have a lot to offer to folks with various disabilities.&nbsp;
Of course, not every trip will work for everyone, but I&rsquo;ve tried to cover a lot of bases and highlight the unique qualities of each destination that might be helpful for different people. Although not disabled myself, I grew up surrounded by people who are, and I&rsquo;ve almost exclusively relied on firsthand accounts from disabled travelers in my research. This article from&nbsp;<a href="https://journeywoman.com/type-of-travel/accessible-travel/seven-things-that-need-to-change-to-make-travel-more-accessible/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">JourneyWoman</a> has been a useful guiding light as well.
So whether you have a disability or want to travel with someone who does, here are a few ideas that you might not have considered!
<h2 id="slovenia">Slovenia</h2>

Why did it make the list? A taste of Old World Europe, minus the Old World infrastructure.
While Europe&rsquo;s most charming historic cities might be gorgeous, they weren&rsquo;t exactly built with mobility issues in mind. Sometimes strolling down those worn-down cobblestone streets feels more like a rock scramble.&nbsp;
That&rsquo;s where Slovenia comes in. They&rsquo;ve got those solid EU accessibility regulations, but without sacrificing the fairytale vibes.&nbsp;<a href="https://spintheglobe.net/dir/2017/09/30/ljubljana-coolest-accessible-city-youve-never-heard/">Sylvia from Spin the Globe</a> called Ljubljana &ldquo;the most amazing wheelchair accessible city that most people have never heard of,&rdquo; and it&rsquo;s not hard to see why &mdash; smooth curbs, tons of cycle paths, free motorized wheelchair rentals, and a generally flat environment put it leagues above most towns that offer similar scenery.
Even Ljubljana Castle (a 12th-century medieval fortress) is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ljubljanskigrad.si/en/plan-your-visit/physically-disabled-persons-en-us/">pretty accessible</a>, with a funicular, a courtyard, several exhibits and restaurants, and a guard tower that are all fully wheelchair-friendly. Tactile models and audio guides are available for folks with vision impairments, and there&rsquo;s a huge disability discount on tickets.

Leave town, and the storybook sights only get more magical. Bled isn&rsquo;t nearly as accessible as Ljubljana, but the postcard-perfect lake has a smooth, flat trail around it so you can enjoy the views anyway. <a href="https://rollwithasmile.com/slovenia/">Another blogger</a> recommended trying Lake Blohinj and their soaringly high cable car.
Slovenia also gets a good score in the &ldquo;overstimulation potential&rdquo; department &mdash; it&rsquo;s consistently rated as one of the most peaceful and calm countries in the world. Ljubljana's laid-back vibe and limitations on traffic make it a lot less noisy and chaotic than most European capitals.
<h2 id="sedona-arizona-the-grand-canyon">Sedona, Arizona &amp; the Grand Canyon</h2>

Why did it make the list? Wild Southwestern desert views with minimal physical requirements.&nbsp;
The entire American Southwest is littered with some of the prettiest desert scenery in the world, but a lot of it is hidden behind long, rocky trails or bumpy drives with no services. Enter Sedona: relatively flat, PACKED with a huge range of trail options, and with 360&deg; views so gorgeous you&rsquo;ll be taking photos out the car window before you even pull up to the lookout point!&nbsp;
My family visited Sedona last year and only had good things to say about the town&rsquo;s accessibility. My sister&rsquo;s disabilities mean she can&rsquo;t really get off-grid and explore the wilderness, but Sedona offered a place for her to enjoy the desert on her own terms. Tlaquepaque market is pretty flat, the Chapel of the Holy Cross offers golf cart shuttles to the top of the hill, and the sheer quantity of trails means you&rsquo;re never far from a short, flat path through the red rocks. Ashley from Wheelchair Traveling has&nbsp;<a href="https://wheelchairtraveling.com/sedona-arizona-wheelchair-accessible-travel-attractions/">several roll-friendly trail suggestions</a> if you need them.
Sedona also has a laid-back, &ldquo;peaceful escape into nature&rdquo; vibe that can help you avoid sensory overload. My sister gets overstimulated by a lot of places, but Sedona is calm and quiet enough that she was able to enjoy being out on the street or around the most popular attractions.
But possibly the biggest selling point for Sedona is its proximity to another desert icon. The Grand Canyon, one of the most famous (and&nbsp;<a class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-inherit MuiLink-root MuiLink-underlineAlways mui-55e2n7" href="https://www.grandcanyon.org/about/news/grand-canyon-accessibility-is-it-wheelchair-accessible">most accessible</a>!) national parks, is just a two-hour drive away. While the canyon offers plenty of tricky treks, the iconic postcard views are along the top, visible from a flat paved trail close to the parking lot.
<a href="https://members.jacksflightclub.com/articles/disability-friendly-travel-destinations-you-might-not-have-considered">Keep reading</a> for more accessible travel destinations across Europe, Africa, and Asia...

Travel Tips

Two Days in Athens: How to Maximize Your Time

Will is on a mission to eat the best burger ever. Using his base in London, he's exploring every historical nook and far-flung cranny to find it. When he isn't, you'll usually spot him exploring a new world in a book or video game.&nbsp;

By Will

"Recommended must-see sights in Athens for only two full days?"

So, reader, you&rsquo;ve booked a long weekend to Greece&rsquo;s capital. Or maybe it&rsquo;s a pit stop before a week of relaxing on idyllic seashores? Either way, good choice! I'm going to do my best to help you see the whole of Athens in only 2 days.*
*By that, I mean a jam-packed 2 days, and you will definitely want to go back for more because there&rsquo;s so much of this incredible city to see.
Start day one with a coffee from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@travelann73/video/7512052599428844822">Mokka</a>. Brewed in a briki pot on hot sand and bolder than a regular cup of joe, it&rsquo;s just the thing you need to kickstart your trip.
Now, it&rsquo;d be impossible not to mention the towering Parthenon, gazing over Athens from the iconic Acropolis. If you're there over the summer, go first thing, during the cool of the day. Try cramming it in when it's hot, and you will melt like the glue on Icarus's wings&hellip; Plus, there are fewer crowds!
Once you've taken in its majesty from every angle, head back down the hill via <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DWk9hPfiqb2/?hl=en">Anafiotika</a>. After snapping a few pics of the whitewashed walls and winding staircases, it&rsquo;s time to peruse the markets nestled at the foothills of the Acropolis and find a spot of grub in Plaka or Monastiraki.
Chow down on some Michelin-recommended food at <a href="https://okio.gr/">Okio</a>, or grab a souvlaki from legendary hole-in-the-wall&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nikodouniko.com/post/athens-souvlaki-guide#:~:text=Souvlaki%20o%20Kostas%20(Syntagma)">Kostas</a>. More of a gyros fan? <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Grillaki/@37.9849216,23.7216714,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x14a1bd48eea512c9:0xb6de906ecdef97be!8m2!3d37.9838326!4d23.7302423!16s%2Fg%2F11sk9jfccb?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDcxNC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D">Grillaki</a> has you covered.

Once you&rsquo;re full, wander to the Ancient Agora and the Pnyx (the birthplace of democracy!) and take a group vote on what to do next. A unanimous decision for a sweet treat? We&rsquo;re not surprised.
I'd recommend you indulge in (several) loukoumades. Best served at <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Ktistakis+athens/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x14a1bd2558382657:0x4a3cca1b3079c36e?sa=X&amp;ved=1t:242&amp;ictx=111">Ktistakis</a>, or try the popular <a href="https://www.lukumades.com/">LUKUMA&Delta;&Epsilon;&Sigma;</a> for some experimental variations. Honestly, after you&rsquo;re done gorging on honey-glazed balls of doughy-goodness, you&rsquo;ll be 50% donut. And that&rsquo;s no bad thing!
Walk it off with an adventure uncovering all of Athens&rsquo; hidden <a href="https://inlovewithgreece.com/exploring-street-art-in-athens-complete-guide/">street art</a>, or the runners among you can go for a <a href="https://www.panathenaicstadium.gr/en/other-activities/">jog round the track</a> of the world&rsquo;s only marble stadium.
Then settle in at a taverna for dinner (<a href="https://www.gerostoumoria-restaurant.com/">Geros Tou Moria</a> will do nicely), and watch the world go by as rays of sun disappear through the vine canopy above and pepper the cobblestone walkway.
With a belly full of enough mezes to feed a whole family, it&rsquo;s time to hit the hay.
After waking up and questioning the multiple Ouzos drunk last night, devour four custard cream bougatses (we&rsquo;re not judging) at <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Bougatsadiko+Psirri/@37.9782993,23.7249585,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x14a1bd237471ba19:0x3a19b676d60197c0!8m2!3d37.9782993!4d23.7249585!16s%2Fg%2F1pv6yzt8z?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDcxMy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D">Bougatsadiko</a>, and jump on a KTEL bus heading to Cape Sounion. It&rsquo;s a two-hour journey, wisely made in the morning to beat the crowds and traffic. And once you arrive, you&rsquo;re rewarded with the enduring <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C__lq2RIMXh/?hl=en">Temple of Poseidon</a>, where majestic Doric columns meet the azure waters of the Aegean Sea.

Bonus fun fact for anyone still reading &mdash; legend has it the Aegean Sea may have got its name from King Aegeus, who leapt from the cliff after a bit of particularly bad misinformation&hellip;
On that note, it&rsquo;s time for lunch &mdash; while journeying back, stop off at <a href="https://www.meliladi.gr/">HONEY &amp; OIL</a> for some Mediterranean food that will make you question why you would cook dinner for yourself ever again.
Once you've come to terms with the fact that you will, in fact, need to keep cooking your own dinner once you get home, distract yourself with an excursion or two. Admire the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DafimFRtp_v/">first theatre ever built</a>, peek inside a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/730224839419008">library worthy of an emperor</a>, or relax in a quiet <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@aneesha.dean/video/7554963583893867783">Byzantine church</a> right in the heart of the city&rsquo;s hustle and bustle.
Now, it wouldn&rsquo;t be a trip to Athens without a plate of moussaka. The best place? Cooked homemade by a Greek <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/GREEK/comments/1oijp9t/what_do_you_call_your_aunties/">theia</a>. The second-best place? Tied between the atmospheric <a href="https://psaras-taverna.gr/">Old Tavern of Psarras</a> and the elegant <a href="https://ghattikos.gr/en/">Attikos</a>.
Then close off your trip with a spectacular sunset scene (featuring the main landmark you actually want in your pics!). Areopagus Hill and Mount Lycabettus offer incredible views of the nearby Acropolis, but they can get busy. So travel a tiny bit out, and you'll be <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@dwaroundtheworld/video/7645379483687685378">awestruck atop Philopappos Hill</a>.

I know, it's a lot to pack in there! But hopefully that's given you some ideas of what you can see and do over the space of just two days. If anyone else has some must-see spots in the Greek capital, please drop them in the comments below!
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Reader's Corner

All the important (or silly, or strange) travel news from across the web this week.
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">On Sunday, a British Airways crew managed to have such&nbsp;a good night out during their stopover in Barbados that their <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/british-airways-flight-cancelled-crew-barbados-heathrow-b3011293.html">return flight to London had to be cancelled</a>. </li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Southwest Airlines&rsquo; on-time percentage <a href="https://simpleflying.com/southwest-airlines-most-punctual-to-rock-bottom-2026/">plummeted to 65%</a>, making it the most delayed airline in North America. Maybe they were storing their punctuality in those two free checked bags&hellip; </li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Next time you&rsquo;re too embarrassed to ask for help, just be glad you&rsquo;re not calling Mount Fuji&rsquo;s rescue services for <a href="https://japantoday.com/category/national/hiker-needs-to-be-rescued-from-mount-fuji-two-times-in-two-days-but-system-is-working-as-intended">the second time in 24 hours</a>. </li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">A big-time celebrity is <a href="https://www.npr.org/2026/07/11/nx-s1-5872656/big-boy-locomotive-steam">choo-chooing its way across the United States</a>, much to the delight of the nation&rsquo;s quirkiest grandpas. </li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">And finally, a new survey has crowned the airline with the best inflight wines and the heaviest pours. And no, despite earlier evidence to the contrary, <a href="https://travel.yahoo.com/flights/articles/airline-best-wine-heaviest-pours-140931776.html">it isn't British Airways</a>. </li>
</ul>

Travel News

Awesome Accessible Travel Spots & 2 Days in Athens

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Hey there, Travellers,
First of all, I'd like to wish a hearty Jack's Flight Club Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating today! Amid especially hard times with the war in the Gulf, we're sending good vibes for warm hearts and full bellies to all.
Jack's Navigator Akasha recently visited Oman and left the team envious with tales of the "best chicken of [her] life" and amazing hospitality she was given during an iftar meal. After getting a flat tyre while out on the road, locals in the small town she'd unexpectedly landed in rallied around to make sure she and her guide were taken care of.
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While her trip was sadly cut short, the kindness and culture she felt in Oman has left her (and the rest of us) longing to return for more.
And for bonus festivity points this weekend, to anyone <a href="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/what-is-nowruz-persian-new-year-food">celebrating Nowruz</a>, may your&nbsp;<a href="https://surfiran.com/mag/all-about-haft-sin-the-7-s-of-iranian-new-year/">Haft Sin tables</a> be bright and bountiful and the pastries sickly sweet! Save an <a href="https://www.sprinklepastry.com/2023/10/08/festive-nowruz-baking/">apple baklava</a> for me?
Happy travels and safe landings,

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The Beginner's Guide to Antarctica

San Diego native Olivia left home three years ago to live on the road. Since then, she's had homebases everywhere from Quebec to England to New Orleans, but she always ends up back on the West Coast. When she's not hiking through the desert or the woods, she can usually be found scoping out the best bars and coffee shops.

As more and more travelers seek out untouched, uncrowded places, the &ldquo;beaten track&rdquo; just gets harder and harder to escape. Even the tallest mountain in the world has a line to the top these days!
Maybe that&rsquo;s why people are increasingly eager to travel&nbsp;alllllll the way to the very bottom of the Earth &mdash; to Antarctica, one of the most pristine, ethereally beautiful places on the planet.

It was nigh-impossible for tourists to set foot on its unforgiving, icy shores until the first passenger cruises started visiting in the late 60s. Back then, only a few thousand people made the journey per year. In the 2023&ndash;2024 season, that number was 122,072.&nbsp;
Despite the increase in visitors, strict environmental regulations and logistical nightmares have kept Antarctica exclusive, limited only to visitors traveling with an organized tour. So unfortunately, you can&rsquo;t exactly book a flight to McMurdo Station with British Airways. If you want to witness this raw, otherworldly landscape for yourself, you&rsquo;re going to need months of planning, tens of thousands in spare cash, and an unshakeable &ldquo;go with the flow&rdquo; attitude.
Fortunately, I&rsquo;ve scoured the internet, read account after account, watched video after video, and interrogated as many experienced visitors as I can find, and now I&rsquo;ve distilled all that information into one handy-dandy beginner&rsquo;s guide.&nbsp;
So if you&rsquo;ve just begun thinking about a trip to Antarctica and you need to learn the basics to decide whether it&rsquo;s the right adventure for you, then you&rsquo;ve come to the right place!&nbsp;
<h2 id="what-is-there-to-do-in-antarctica">What is there to do in Antarctica?</h2>
So&hellip; why do people want to go to Antarctica, anyway? What is there to actually do in this snow-covered desert?
For starters, I wasn&rsquo;t kidding about that otherworldly landscape:

You&rsquo;ll be surrounded by crackling glaciers, icy blue waters, and snowy hilltops rising up out of the sea. It&rsquo;s harsh and beautiful and utterly unique. There&rsquo;s a reason why one of the most popular Antarctic pastimes is photography!
Due to the environmental regulations and lack of human influence (no resorts down here!), it&rsquo;s also an incredible place to see wildlife. Antarctic animals are abundant and generally don&rsquo;t fear people. The big stars are the penguins (mostly gentoos and chinstraps), plus whales (humpbacks, minkes, orcas) and seals (Weddells and leopards). And if you&rsquo;re a birdwatching enthusiast with an affinity for seabirds, Antarctica is practically heaven.

What you see and do from day to day will heavily depend on which tour you choose &mdash; but don&rsquo;t worry, I&rsquo;ll dissect all that for you in the sections below. Generally speaking, your trip will begin in Argentina or Chile with visits to a few nearby islands, and then cross the Drake Passage to the Antarctic Peninsula.&nbsp;
You won&rsquo;t be allowed to explore on your own due to the regulations, but there are still plenty of ways to interact with the landscape. Lots of expeditions will include guided hikes, kayaking, and swimming stops along the way to let you get up close.
<h2 dir="ltr" id="how-do-you-get-to-antarctica">How do you get to Antarctica?</h2>
Unless you&rsquo;ve managed to hitch a ride with the researchers, there&rsquo;s really only one way to reach Antarctica, and that&rsquo;s by cruise ship.&nbsp;
You have two options when it comes to cruises:
Option #1: Book an Antarctic holiday with a global company like Princess or Viking. These trips are very similar to non-polar cruises, and you&rsquo;ll be aboard a large ship with tons of amenities and an emphasis on passenger comfort.
Pro: If you&rsquo;re older, lack mobility, are traveling with small children, or just want to make your trip as comfortable as possible, this might be the best option for you. You&rsquo;ll be sheltered from the elements as you watch icebergs roll past your window.
Con: These ships don&rsquo;t make landings, so while you&rsquo;ll get to admire glimmering Antarctic views, you won&rsquo;t get to set foot on the actual continent or interact with the land at all.
Option #2:&nbsp;Book an expedition cruise with a smaller company, aboard a smaller vessel, with a smaller group of travelers (usually around 100-200).
Pro:&nbsp;Weather permitting, you&rsquo;ll get to experience the polar desert up close, mingling with penguins and hiking over snowy drifts.&nbsp;
Con: These trips involve more planning, cost more money, and can also get tarnished very easily by the weather (more about that later).
Taking a larger ship is fairly straightforward (you can book them like any other cruise), and they don&rsquo;t have quite the same &ldquo;high risk vs. high reward&rdquo; nature as the expedition cruises, so I&rsquo;ll be focusing primarily on the latter for this guide.

<h2 dir="ltr" id="how-to-choose-an-expedition-cruise-to-antarctica">How to choose an expedition cruise to Antarctica</h2>
If you&rsquo;ve chosen to go with the more adventurous option and book an expedition cruise, the decision-making gauntlet has only just begun!
When sorting through the myriad of expedition cruise offerings, pay close attention to the&nbsp;itinerary. These cruises don&rsquo;t just sail you on down to Antarctica; they make stops all around the area! Popular landings include South Georgia, the Falklands, and the South Shetland Islands &mdash; all penguin-covered and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@marco.miglionico_/video/7570308173282774286">starkly stunning in their own right</a>.
Once you reach the continent, you&rsquo;ll be bouncing around the <a href="https://www.britannica.com/place/Antarctic-Peninsula">Antarctic Peninsula</a>. This is the only section of mainland Antarctica onto which passengers can actually set foot.&nbsp;
Keep in mind, due to that pesky weather,&nbsp;your itinerary is a guideline and not a guarantee. This is where that &ldquo;go with the flow&rdquo; mindset becomes key &mdash; the itinerary you carefully selected could be thrown out the second you leave port if the captain hears of rough weather down south. So choose wisely, but don&rsquo;t marry yourself to anything too specific.&nbsp;
Pro-Tip: One experienced expeditioner suggested that the most reputable cruises are actually more vague about their itinerary, rather than offering exact promises that can&rsquo;t always be delivered.

Also look closely at the activities offered on each trip. During landings, different cruises will provide different ways to soak up your stunning surroundings. Common options include hiking (for getting up close), kayaking (for calm, wildlife-filled views), zodiac trips (for speeding around an entire area), and polar plunges (for freezing your toes off).&nbsp;
<a href="https://members.jacksflightclub.com/articles/the-beginners-guide-to-visiting-antarctica">Read on for all the gory details,</a> like how to get there, when to visit, and how much it's going to cost...

Here's Why Cork Should Be On Your Irish Bucket List

With journeys spanning more than 30 countries and ten years, Akasha's best memories live in the pages of her passport. She always consults her tarot (and her cats) before any big trip. Currently based in Ireland, when she isn't travelling, she&rsquo;s probably drawing in a caf&eacute; somewhere.

By Akasha

In the spirit of Paddy-not-Patty&rsquo;s Day (he was neither woman nor burger), <a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10242279377299694&amp;set=gm.2759946561027854&amp;idorvanity=577601325929066">we asked the Jack's Community</a> for spots in Ireland that&rsquo;d turn someone green with envy should they be missed.&nbsp;
Naturally, the big hitters like Dingle, Dublin, and Cobh all made the list, but growing up on this whimsical, windswept little isle, I&rsquo;ve learned that there&rsquo;s actually a lot of ground to cover. And honestly, my biggest tip? If you&rsquo;ve come to Ireland for its rolling hills, craggy castles, and Celtic traditions, you&rsquo;ve got to get out of Dublin!
It&rsquo;d be remiss of me to not tell you what my county of Cork (and the city of the same name) has to offer. Honestly, there's no greater backyard when the sun peeks out. Kerry's a close second, but don't utter that in a pub packed with Corkmen&hellip;
<h2 dir="ltr" id="cork-city">Cork City</h2>

With historic streets steeped in<a href="https://www.independent.ie/life/if-not-for-collins-why-is-it-called-the-rebel-county/29469436.html"> tales of rebellion</a> dating all the way back to Viking settlers, there's a reason why we call Cork the "Rebel county."&nbsp;
It's the birthplace of Irish revolutionary leader Michael Collins, and that spirit of defiance remains an integral part of its identity, which you&rsquo;ll no doubt notice on your visit.
Perhaps it's this same rebellious spirit that explains why our town's famous landmark, the&nbsp; <a href="https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/four-faced-liar-cork">"Four-Faced Liar"</a> refuses to conform too&mdash;a nickname it earned because no two of its faces ever seem to show the same time.&nbsp;
Today, Cork proudly aligns itself with causes supporting oppressed people, showing <a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=744801264825412">solidarity with </a>Palestine by hosting powerful protests, <a href="https://www.corkcity.ie/en/council-services/news-room/latest-news/lord-mayor-welcomes-palestinian-mayor-and-nablus-delegation-on-historic-visit-to-cork/">visits</a>, and <a href="https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41682872.html">exhibitions</a>, even among our Paddy&rsquo;s Day parades.&nbsp;
Revolutionary Irish leaders, Cillian Murphy, and butter&mdash;we've given the world a lot! Yes, really; we were once the world&rsquo;s largest exporter of butter (<a href="https://thebuttermuseum.com/">there&rsquo;s even a museum</a>; no, I&rsquo;ve never been).&nbsp;
From <a href="https://www.marinamarket.ie/">artsy markets</a> to fine dining, we're formally known as <a href="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/where-to-eat-in-county-cork-ireland">the foodie capital of Ireland</a>, with heaps of gourmet festivals and heritage trails throughout the year.&nbsp;
The best include&nbsp;<a href="https://www.corkcity.ie/en/cork-on-a-fork-fest/">Cork on a Fork</a> in August, a citywide celebration of over 100 different events, including cooking demos, food trails, brewery tours, and pop-up experiences from some of the island&rsquo;s most revered chefs.&nbsp;

Speaking of chefs, one place I'd highly recommend is the Japanese takeaway <a href="https://www.corkcitydining.com/restaurants/miyazaki">Miyazaki</a>. It's run by a Michelin-star chef, Takashi Miyazaki, who uses the finest of Irish ingredients to bring you a treasure box of Japanese food. Netflixers may recognize this one from the <a href="https://www.irishcentral.com/culture/entertainment/netflix-somebody-feed-phil-irish-food">Ireland episode of Somebody Feed Phil</a>.
Another local favorite includes Izz Cafe, <a href="https://www.corkbeo.ie/news/local-news/corks-izz-cafe-named-one-33385234">a Palestinian restaurant</a> named one of Ireland's best restaurants, and some of the yummiest Musakhan I've ever tried.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Sometimes, though, you just can't beat a traditional Sunday roast. We're fiercely loyal when it comes to the spud, but some notable ones worth sharing are The Elm Tree and Murphy's Rock, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=whincuF1lXg">this YouTuber</a>.
Naturally, you&rsquo;ll want to bring a taste of Cork home, too;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.corkcity.ie/en/english-market/">the English Market</a> is where you&rsquo;ll likely want to head. Since 1788, this indoor Victorian market has been home to family-run stalls selling the freshest food from farms across the country. Specialty mushrooms, meat, and cheeses&mdash;you can find it all.&nbsp;
<a href="https://members.jacksflightclub.com/articles/is-cork-on-your-irish-bucket-list-it-should-be">Read on for jazz festivals, cozy pubs &amp; bioluminescent lakes</a>

More Travel Tips!

All the important (or silly, or strange) travel news from across the web this week.
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Your Paddy&rsquo;s Day might have been wild, but was it &ldquo;wake up surrounded by Nepalese yaks&rdquo; wild? Here&rsquo;s a look at the <a href="https://www.timeout.com/news/i-visited-the-worlds-highest-irish-pub-where-guinness-comes-in-cans-and-yaks-transport-the-bar-stools-031726">highest-altitude Irish pub in the world</a>, where the beer is always extra strong (or else it explodes). </li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">After years of being the &ldquo;happiest country in the world,&rdquo; <a href="https://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/11/learn-to-chill-like-a-finn-worlds-happiest-country-is-giving-away-finnish-lakeland-trips">Finland&rsquo;s offering free Lakeland retreats</a> to teach visitors their ways. </li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">American airports are still in chaos, <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-says-it-may-be-forced-shut-down-some-airports-over-funding-standoff-2026-03-17/">plagued by shutdowns</a> and long TSA lines. Turns out your parents&rsquo; advice about arriving &ldquo;three hours before your flight&rdquo; is finally correct&hellip; if you&rsquo;re lucky enough not to get cancelled. </li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Rent payments got you down? Need a fresh start? <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/meggenharris/2026/03/14/8-countries-paying-people-to-move-there-in-2026/">These eight countries will pay you to move there</a> &mdash; and they include some pretty popular spots. </li>
<li>And finally, we all know long hauls are better in business class, but <a href="https://simpleflying.com/costs-fly-business-class-worlds-longest-airbus-a380-routes/">here&rsquo;s how much you&rsquo;ll need to shell out to make it happen</a>. We promise the prices seem lower when you&rsquo;re 12 hours into a 16-hour flight.</li>
</ul>

Antarctica For First-Timers & Captivating County Cork

In the spirit of Paddy-not-Patty&rsquo;s Day (he was neither woman nor burger), <a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10242279377299694&amp;set=gm.2759946561027854&amp;idorvanity=577601325929066">we asked the Jack's Community</a> for spots in Ireland that&rsquo;d turn someone green with envy should they be missed.&nbsp;
Naturally, the big hitters like Dingle, Dublin, and Cobh all made the list, but growing up on this whimsical, windswept little isle, I&rsquo;ve learned that there&rsquo;s actually a lot of ground to cover. And honestly, my biggest tip? If you&rsquo;ve come to Ireland for its rolling hills, craggy castles, and Celtic traditions, you&rsquo;ve got to get out of Dublin!
It&rsquo;d be remiss of me to not tell you what my county of Cork (and the city of the same name) has to offer. Honestly, there's no greater backyard when the sun peeks out. Kerry's a close second, but don't utter that in a pub packed with Corkmen&hellip;

Speaking of chefs, one place I'd highly recommend is the Japanese takeaway <a href="https://www.corkcitydining.com/restaurants/miyazaki">Miyazaki</a>. It's run by a Michelin-star chef, Takashi Miyazaki, who uses the finest of Irish ingredients to bring you a treasure box of Japanese food. Netflixers may recognize this one from the <a href="https://www.irishcentral.com/culture/entertainment/netflix-somebody-feed-phil-irish-food">Ireland episode of Somebody Feed Phil</a>.
Another local favorite includes Izz Cafe, <a href="https://www.corkbeo.ie/news/local-news/corks-izz-cafe-named-one-33385234">a Palestinian restaurant</a> named one of Ireland's best restaurants, and some of the yummiest Musakhan I've ever tried.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Sometimes, though, you just can't beat a traditional Sunday roast. We're fiercely loyal when it comes to the spud, but some notable ones worth sharing are The Elm Tree and Murphy's Rock, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=whincuF1lXg">this YouTuber</a>.
Naturally, you&rsquo;ll want to bring a taste of Cork home, too;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.corkcity.ie/en/english-market/">the English Market</a> is where you&rsquo;ll likely want to head. Since 1788, this indoor Victorian market has been home to family-run stalls selling the freshest food from farms across the country. Specialty mushrooms, meat, and cheeses&mdash;you can find it all.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.flickrhelp.com/hc/en-us/articles/40048459562388-Copyright-Licenses-on-Flickr">CC image</a> courtesy of Allain Rouiller on <a href="https://flickr.com/photos/alainrouiller/29753110300/in/photolist-Mkbt7m-MAXbB9-qvmU56-ugN2F1-MJaphC-rUmYQt-LPGF1A-LPLD9a-LPLFkV-qvt6md-VC1tPS-MJaoxG-qdYPGY-qdYWj5-MMb64n-LPGLrq-zUc82Z-2mdNerg-abBZcs-abz8UP-2pbZQx5-2pc28o4-2mdNuEq-abBYA3-2mdM6Pk-abBZNs-abzba2-gidDDp-LioKTv-6EMSx3-2me2Fv8-9y7gQg-dbLewf-Mkbdio-EH6uTx-dbLe1b-dbLbNe-dbLeSL-dbLeKG-2ofn2qn-2ofgTmF-2bAyRum-dbLepS-gicVMj-2ofn2sm-7zoQzj-dbLbX8-dbLbER-9fPVBB-dbLcX6">Flickr</a>
Rain or shine, festivals&nbsp;<a href="https://www.purecork.ie/whats-on/categories/festivalshttps://www.purecork.ie/whats-on/categories/festivalshttps://www.purecork.ie/whats-on/categories/festivals">are plentiful</a> too; we&rsquo;re home to Ireland's biggest city-wide festival, the <a href="https://guinnesscorkjazz.com/">Guinness Jazz Festival</a>.&nbsp; Some of jazz's biggest names have stopped by the festival to play us a tune over the years, including Ella Fitzgerald, Morcheeba, Macy Gray and Gregory Porter, just to name a few.&nbsp;
There are performances, pop-up workshops, and parties around the clock all over the city. Seriously, from intimate pubs to grand concert halls, no corner remains untouched by the saxy melodies and flowing pints of Guinness. Remember to book your accommodation as far in advance as possible, though; places fill up quickly!
We've got more pubs than people here, and you can't go wrong with any of the historical watering holes <a href="https://corkheritagepubs.com/cork-heritage-pub-trail-location-map/">along the Heritage Trail</a>. Think cozy pubs with roaring fireplaces, locals that'll chat your ear off, and trad sessions that feel more like a family gathering than a performance.
The Corner House, Annie Macs, Sin E, Tom Barry's, Mr. Bradley's. The choices in the city are endless, so much so that someone even made <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1eenYKfUQ6vaFTgP_OJ_RJiNpEsChlat5Hm73nEMyCpg/edit?gid=126424338#gid=126424338">a spreadsheet</a>. But before you go ordering a pint of the black stuff, Guinness isn&rsquo;t the only game in town. Stouts here have subtle rivalries, and when in Cork, try <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzlMME_sekI">a Beamish</a>!
However, if you&rsquo;re a whiskey buff, we&rsquo;ll probably find you sampling the world&rsquo;s best at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jamesonwhiskey.com/en-ie/visit-our-distilleries/midleton-distillery-cork/?gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=17747989885&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAC_bsCUDZX4rpuRTTbuKRdIZUH2r1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwve7NBhC-ARIsALZy9HXDN24kxAxbPeT6LV_6ZAJdyFMHbpd4O5xGx58KowiKCGoOduFQFB4aAmZ6EALw_wcB">Jameson&rsquo;s Distillery</a>, just outside the city.&nbsp;&nbsp;

While tour buses loop endlessly around the well-trodden paths of the Ring of Kerry, Cobh, and Kinsale, many of them bypass the untamed beauty of West Cork, and that, my friend, is a crying shame.&nbsp;
Out your window, wild, windswept peninsulas dotted with crumbled ruins and <a href="https://www.outdoorswimming.ie/category/munster/cork/">hidden coves</a>&nbsp;&mdash;every turn reveals a shade of green more vivid than the last. And in my opinion, this is where the county truly comes to life.&nbsp;
Renting a car is by far the easiest way to get around, but you can still cover a decent chunk of ground by using <a href="https://westcorkconnect.ie/timetable/">West Cork Connect's bus service</a>.
A local legend, the buzzy <a href="https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/things-to-do-in-clonakilty/">seaside town of Clonakilty</a> is famous for birthing Michael Collins and, let's be honest, probably <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSeD-JwNt3Q">the best black pudding</a> you'll ever have. It&rsquo;s well worth basing yourself here to delve into the town&rsquo;s beaches, surf schools, and, you guessed it, pubs&mdash;there's no better place for music lovers than Clon, as it&rsquo;s affectionately known.
<a href="https://debarra.ie/">De Barra&rsquo;s Folk Club</a> is world-famous, receiving a Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2025 accolade as one of the top music venues in the world. Come in September, and you&rsquo;ll find the town&rsquo;s corners <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRMiasihEeY">jam-packed with guitarists</a> from across the globe.&nbsp;
Skibbereen,<a href="https://skibbereen.ie/"> another foodie-obsessed market town</a>, also makes an excellent base and has just as lively a social calendar and tight-knit, friendly community.&nbsp;
Peel yourself away from the fireside chatter in one of its many cozy pubs, and you're within minutes of<a href="http://www.whalewatchwestcork.com/"> whale watching</a> excursions, and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DKKhKnpsZ15/"> night-time bioluminescent kayaking trips on Loch Hyne</a>.

If you can handle a breeze, I&rsquo;d recommend ferry hopping to the<a href="https://cleire.ie/"> Irish-speaking island of Cape Clear</a> for a night of camping under the stars or visiting artsy<a href="https://sherkinisland.ie/"> Sherkin Island</a>.&nbsp;
Some of my favorite picturesque road trip stops in this area are <a href="https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/allihies-in-cork/">Allihies</a>, where colorful cottages meet the Atlantic. This town is known for its 19th-century <a href="https://acmm.ie/">copper-mining heritage</a>.&nbsp;
Another shout is the town-turned <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTIUFsncWLc">artist hotspot</a>,&nbsp;Ballydehob. Spend a night here before venturing off to Ireland&rsquo;s most southwesterly point, Mizen Head, for some of the most&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6Em_aaK-p4">spectacular coastal views</a> on this side of the Atlantic.&nbsp;
P.S. Levi's Pub is<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DL3xGCt5Z_U&amp;ab_channel=CR%27sVideoVaults"> somewhat of an institution</a> here;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/levis_corner_house_ballydehob/?hl=en"> expect quirky gigs</a> that have been known to end in a broom closet. Don&rsquo;t say I didn&rsquo;t warn you!

Getting here

We&rsquo;re pretty well connected, so getting here by public transport won&rsquo;t be an issue. 
From Dublin
You&rsquo;ve got two options: take the <a href="https://www.aircoach.ie/?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=21354209951&amp;gbraid=0AAAAABn_CfKU399GPZ1t0HIS2LrFCihI4&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw4PPNBhD8ARIsAMo-icypFHkyhC3kE8B2rNurNUg7FOnZwt3naHlI5G91WBBYUuqREoirJUAaAs6KEALw_wcB&amp;c=1773996713">Aircoach </a>right outside the airport straight to Cork in 3.5 hours, or <a href="https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie/Offer/webfares?gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=827803889&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADkkyerYQKJAamgrnCm7suYKt7kYe&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw4PPNBhD8ARIsAMo-icxYQZmmfTv3h4FUjN5H_wfOtETNDlp4PMqSNFBPT7HAGnJEDz5iPu0aAjckEALw_wcB">hop on a train</a> from Dublin&rsquo;s Heuston Station, and you&rsquo;ll reach the city in about 2.5 hours. 
From Shannon
If you&rsquo;re flying into Shannon, the best way to reach Cork by public transport is the direct&nbsp;<a href="https://www.buseireann.ie/destinations/shannon-airport">Bus &Eacute;ireann/Expressway Route 51</a> that leaves from right outside the airport.&nbsp;

Is Cork on your Irish bucket list? It should be!

Mexico

China

Vietnam

Malaysia

Bosnia and Herzegovina

The only line we&rsquo;ll happily wait in? The cable car queue&hellip;&nbsp;
Turns out we&rsquo;re not the only ones with this niche obsession! A few weeks ago we asked for your thoughts on the best cable cars you&rsquo;ve been on.&nbsp;
From Chile to China, our latest rabbit hole crisscrossed through centuries of architectural feats&mdash;including France&rsquo;s mercifully brief (yet whimsical)&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PGbzYqcl6OI">underwater death trap</a>.&nbsp;
Your recommendations poured in too, along with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/jacksflightclub/permalink/2753016238387553/">some incredibly dizzying pics</a> in our Facebook community.&nbsp;
And we must say, they were pretty&nbsp;uplifting. Take a look! 
<h2 dir="ltr">Cableb&uacute;s, Mexico City</h2>
Manufacturer: Doppelmayr (Austria) / Leitner (Italy)
Objective: Mass transit system connecting high-altitude neighborhoods to the Mexico City Metro
Launch Date: 2021&nbsp;
Vertical Ascent: Varies by line; Line 2 traverses the Sierra de Santa Catarina volcanic ridge
Capacity: Each cabin holds 10; capable of transporting 3,000 people per hour per direction
Track Length: About 10,550 meters (Line 2)
Transit Length: 36 minutes (Line 2 total journey)

<a href="https://www.flickrhelp.com/hc/en-us/articles/40048459562388-Copyright-Licenses-on-Flickr">CC image</a> courtesy of Ted McGrath <a href="https://flic.kr/p/2pxDixx">on Flickr</a>

&ldquo;A great way to view Mexico City from above is by <a href="https://getlostinmexicocity.com/mexico-city-cable-car/">using Cableb&uacute;s</a>, Line 2 is the longest cable car in the world taking around 45 minutes, costing 7 MXP per journey (30 pence). You need a Tarjeta Card to tap in.
It&rsquo;s also an easy connection from the metro system; you just need to change cable cars at Xalpa to continue the journey. It&rsquo;s well worth getting off at&nbsp;<a href="https://mexicocity.cdmx.gob.mx/venues/mercado-quetzalcoatl/?lang=en">Quetzalcoatl </a>for the local market. Great views of the rooftop murals, and don't miss the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUWl-i9jY4-/">parked airplane</a> (turned library) on the ground.&nbsp;
Top tip: don't travel at rush hour, instead go off-peak to avoid the crowds&rdquo; - GallantHiker6933

Mexico City&rsquo;s cable car system isn&rsquo;t just for tourists! The line connects local communities in between Indios Verdes &amp; Cuautepec, cutting down on lengthy commute times and unsafe conditions. Not only that, it&rsquo;s helped reduce air pollution in this mega metropolis. Line 2 holds the Guinness World Record for the longest public cable car on earth (10.55 km), and over 100 massive murals and 3,000 brightly painted rooftops were commissioned specifically to be viewed from above.

<h2 id="prada-costabella-italy">Prada Costabella, Italy</h2>
Manufacturer: Graffer (Italy)
Objective: Direct transit from Prada (San Zeno di Montagna) to the Costabella ridge on Mount Baldo
Launch Date: August 2022 (Complete overhaul and reopening)
Vertical Ascent: Elevates passengers 838 meters
Capacity: Each "open basket" holds 2; capable of transporting 400 people per hour
Track Length: About 3,000 meters of cable (across two sections)
Transit Length: 22 minutes in total

&ldquo;Lake Garda. Rickety-looking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.prada-costabella.it/en/">birdcage thingies</a>! You could hear everything as there was no glass. Saw an eagle swoop right below us.&rdquo;&nbsp;- Emma

Rickety indeed! If you can get over <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VftUF7j_rLg">climbing into a metal cage</a> for one section of your journey, Funivia Prada Costabella&rsquo;s cable cars lead to mountain huts and the highest peaks of Monte Baldo with insane views of Lake Garda below. The baskets don&rsquo;t stop to let you on, and we&rsquo;re not sure which is more anxiety-ridden: the running jump start or the leap of faith to get off.

<h2 dir="ltr">Tianmen Cable Car, China</h2>
Manufacturer: Poma (France)
Objective: Direct transit from <a href="https://chinaexplorertour.com/2025/destination-guide/zhangjiajie-dayong-ancient-city-travel-guide-tips-info/">Zhangjiajie City</a> to the summit of <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.ie/Attraction_Review-g494933-d1871611-Reviews-Tianmen_Mountain_National_Forest_Park-Zhangjiajie_Hunan.html">Tianmen Mountain</a>
Launch Date: September 2005
Vertical Ascent: Elevates passengers 1,279 meters above sea level
Capacity: Each cabin holds 8; capable of transporting 1,000&ndash;1,200 people per hour
Track Length: About 7,455 meters of cable&nbsp;
Transit Length: 28&ndash;30 minutes

&ldquo;Tianmen Mountain 99-Bend Road a few months ago.&rdquo; - Slava

At 7,455 meters, <a href="https://www.zhangjiajieguide.com/attractions/tianmen-mountain/cable-car.html">this cable car</a> takes you to Heaven&rsquo;s Gate&mdash; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVgEzzBDy0z/">literally</a>. Unlike most cable cars that start at a mountain base, this one begins right in the city center near the railway station and flies over residential rooftops and farmland before ascending to the cliffs.

<h2 id="vung-tau-cable-car-vietnam">Vung Tau Cable Car, Vietnam</h2>
Manufacturer: Doppelmayr (Austria)&nbsp;
Objective: Direct transit from <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.ie/Attraction_Review-g303946-d8331363-Reviews-Front_Beach-Vung_Tau_Ba_Ria_Vung_Tau_Province.html">Front Beach</a> (Bai Truoc) to the summit of <a href="https://asialegend.travel/blog/big-mountain-vung-tau-guideline-for-first-timers">Big Mountain</a> (Nui Lon)
Launch Date: February 2010
Vertical Ascent: Elevates passengers 210-250 meters above sea level&nbsp;
Capacity: Each cabin holds 8; capable of transporting 3,000 people per hour&nbsp;
Track Length: About 455-500 meters of cable&nbsp;
Transit Length: 10 minutes

&ldquo;When in the <a href="https://www.vietnamcoracle.com/vung-tau-city-by-the-sea/">criminally underrated Vung Tau</a>, a couple of hours south of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, in September last year, I took the modest 5-minute cable car alone on the way to Hồ M&acirc;y Park - a mountain-top amusement resort that is as bizarre as it is fun.&nbsp;
Needless to say, I went in the middle of a full-on thunderstorm, and (even though I generally love cable cars) decided that the only way to 'survive' was to make no sudden movements and grip the metal bars with a force that Newton himself had never discovered.&nbsp;
A dramatic recollection? Yes. A fun evening? Also yes. Give it a go...?&rdquo;&nbsp;- RapturousWanderer78593
<a href="https://www.flickrhelp.com/hc/en-us/articles/40048459562388-Copyright-Licenses-on-Flickr">CC image</a> courtesy of &nbsp;Фотобанк on <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/moscow-live/44911896115/in/photolist-7XwdPi-7TBUga-8v2zZj-2bHoAJQ-2bqHd1t-P4eHwz-2bqHfDK-P4eHxX-2cPpZ2B-2cPpZ7X">Flickr</a>

At its summit, you&rsquo;ll find a <a href="https://sklegendvungtau.com/Services/may-lake-tourist-area">mountaintop water park</a> (and an artificial lake), the first in Vietnam. Its &ldquo;Adventure Oasis&rdquo; is the world&rsquo;s longest water coaster designed exclusively for kids.

<h2 id="langkawi-skycab-malaysia">Langkawi SkyCab, Malaysia</h2>
Manufacturer: Doppelmayr (Austria)
Objective: Direct transit from the<a href="https://panoramalangkawi.com/oriental-village/"> Oriental Village</a> to the summit of <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.ie/Attraction_Review-g23318796-d25262663-Reviews-Machinchang_Peak_Hiking-Padang_Matsirat_Langkawi_Langkawi_District_Kedah.html">Machincang Mountain</a>
Launch Date: November 2002
Vertical Ascent: Elevates passengers 708 meters above sea level
Capacity: Each cabin holds 6; capable of transporting 700-800 people per hour
Track Length: About 2,200 meters of cable
Transit Length: 15 minutes (total journey including middle station stop)

&ldquo;I just went on <a href="https://panoramalangkawi.com/">the cable car in Langkawi</a> that is apparently the world's steepest! I'm not scared of heights but apparently this was near my limit, as my stomach was in knots on the way down! Superb views though, so definitely worth it!&rdquo; - ZestyCruiser17980

A 550-million-year-old ride. Sort of. The cable car climbs Gunung Machincang, the oldest rock formation in Southeast Asia&mdash;predating dinosaurs by hundreds of millions of years! On a perfectly clear day you can look north to Tarutao National Marine Park in Thailand. But if any gusts of wind exceed safety limits, the cable car&rsquo;s high-tech wind sensors shut it down, occasionally leaving tourists at the tea station for a &ldquo;forced&rdquo; break.

<h2 id="sarajevo-cable-car-bosnia-herzegovina">Sarajevo Cable Car, Bosnia &amp; Herzegovina</h2>
Manufacturer: LEITNER AG (Italy)
Objective: Connecting the Bistrik neighborhood in the Old Town to the Vidikovac peak on Mount Trebević
Launch Date: Originally opened May 3, 1959; reconstructed and reopened April 6, 2018
Vertical Ascent: Elevates passengers from 583 m to 1,160 m&nbsp;
Capacity: Each cabin holds 10; capable of transporting 1,200 people per hour
Track Length: About 2,100 meters of cable
Transit Length: 7 to 9 minutes

"Sarajevo, top of the cable car next to the bobsleigh." - Scott
<hr>
"Another vote for Sarajevo" - Ed

Before Bosnia-Herzegovina&rsquo;s brutal war in the 90s, Mount Trebevic was a beloved place of peace for hikers. The cable car&rsquo;s inauguration in 1959 meant greater access to &ldquo;the lungs of the city&rdquo; for all of Sarajevo&rsquo;s residents. And in 1984 it became an important venue for the Winter Olympics, with the <a href="https://www.heartmybackpack.com/blog/olympic-bobsleigh-track-sarajevo-bosnia/">world&rsquo;s most modern bobsleigh track</a> newly built on the mountain&rsquo;s slopes.
Eight years later, the mountain became the enemy when the cable car guard became the first victim of the war in 1992. From the mountaintop, countless bullets rained down on Sarajevo, killing more than 11,500 people during a 1,425-day siege&mdash;the longest blockade of a capital in modern history. After the war, the cable car fell by the wayside until a $4 million donation from an American doctor, Edmond Offerman, and his Bosnian wife, scientist Maja Serdarevic Offerman,&nbsp;<a href="https://snagalokalnog.ba/en/as-dr-edmond-offermann-returned-the-cable-car-to-sarajevo-love-and-his-wife-maja-are-to-blame-for-everything/">revitalized the restoration project</a>.
April 6th, 2018 was&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/cities/2018/apr/06/sarajevo-reopened-cable-car-lifts-city-out-of-the-past-bosnia-herzegovina-serb-siege-yugoslavia">the date of revival</a>, an important date marking both the city&rsquo;s WWII liberation and the start of the 1992 siege. The upper station is now named after Ramo Biber, the guard who was tragically shot dead two decades before. At the reopening, Sarajevo's mayor declared, &ldquo;We have renovated the last destroyed symbol of Sarajevo. This is a monument to love.&rdquo;

<h2 dir="ltr">Bonus Rec from the Jack's team: Dursey Island Cable Car, Ireland</h2>
Manufacturer: British Chairlift Company Limited&nbsp;
Objective: Lifeline transport for residents and farmers across the turbulent Dursey Sound
Launch Date: December 5, 1969
Vertical Ascent: Runs approximately 22&ndash;25 meters above the seawater
Capacity: Holds 6 passengers (or 1 person and 1 coffin); transports approx. 48 people per hour
Track Length: About 374 meters across the open sea
Transit Length: 7.5 to 10 minutes

&ldquo;Ireland's only Cable Car sways from the Beara Peninsula, Cork, to Dursey Island. One time the island was inhabited by hundreds of people; now it&rsquo;s home to 4 people and hundreds of sheep! Go early to have time to see the island and keep in mind the last car back is at 7:30 pm. Bring your own food and water (there&rsquo;s no shops on the island). And dress warm.&rdquo; - Henry, Member Experience

During Dursey&rsquo;s booming days, the island was infamously hard to reach, often capsizing boats in its treacherous tides. For that reason, Ireland&rsquo;s only cable car was built, being only one of two in Europe that crosses open water (the other is in Barcelona).&nbsp;
In its glory days, it was the only cable car on the planet that transported not just humans but livestock. Cows and sheep dangled above the Atlantic until 2012, when a health and safety ban was introduced. That said, funerals take absolute priority to this day, so if a coffin needs to cross to the island&rsquo;s burial ground, you better be prepared to wait.&nbsp;

<h2 dir="ltr">Honorable Mentions</h2>
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://www.christchurchattractions.nz/christchurch-gondola/">Christchurch Gondola, New Zealand</a> - 1,000 meters of pure silence and uninterrupted views of the city and the Southern Alps.&nbsp;</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://en.loenskylift.no/">Loen Skylift, Norway</a> - One of the steepest cable cars in the world soars above fjords</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/hFklJ3cmzC8">Mi Teleferico, La Paz, Bolivia</a> - The world&rsquo;s longest and highest cable car, used by 200,000 people per day, covering 30 km.&nbsp;</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/C9XKiEsEozY">Ngong Ping 360, Hong Kong</a>&nbsp;- This glass-bottom cable car is not for the faint of heart&mdash;but those views!&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=cable+car+great+wall+of+china&amp;oq=cable+car+great+wall&amp;gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqBwgAEAAYgAQyBwgAEAAYgAQyCQgBEEUYORiABDIHCAIQABiABDIHCAMQABiABDIICAQQABgWGB4yBggFEEUYPDIGCAYQRRg9MgYIBxBFGD3SAQgzNDgzajBqNKgCALACAQ&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8#fpstate=ive&amp;vld=cid:81a81627,vid:pOPNevckhpM,st:0">Mutianyu Great Wall Cable Car , China</a> - A chairlift up and toboggan back down have to be the coolest ways to see one of the world&rsquo;s seven wonders.</li>
</ul>

Cloud Nine, Literally: the World's Coolest Cable Car Rides, As Chosen By the Jack's Community

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Hey there, Travellers,
My friend Rachel was recently telling me about her alter ego, Airport Rachel. Airport Rachel and Everyday Rachel are not the same person; one is caring, patient, and up for a laugh, the other has no time for your nonsense, and will see you at the gate.&nbsp;
And she's not alone. Those of us who regularly navigate airports on our own have our system worked out, and throwing someone you care about into the mix might not be the fun start to a trip that you'd hope for.&nbsp;
Enter: <a href="https://www.thetimes.com/travel/inspiration/comment-inspiration/airport-divorce-travel-trend-huw-oliver-7jgs8kncs">the airport divorce</a>. A temporary parting of ways in an overstimulating environment that's often full of people you might perceive as utterly bonkers.
What do you think? Is an airport divorce the secret to happy transit? Or do you have another trick to calm the turbulence before you take off? <a href="https://members.jacksflightclub.com/articles/detour-212-sale-predictions-travel-blunders#comments">Let us know in the comments</a>.
Happy travels and safe landings,

Ireland

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