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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Yahoo
The scenic coastal Kent campsite with 'breathtaking' views of France
Just a drive away from south east London in Folkestone, you'll find a campsite offering incredible views of the Kent coastline and "breathtaking" views of France with pitches starting from £8. With the six-week summer holiday fast approaching, you may be considering where to staycation around the UK this summer. Located just 10 minutes' drive from the main hustle and bustle of Folkestone – a popular Kent coastal town known for its foodie spots and stretches of beaches – Little Switzerland Caravan and Camping Site is well suited for those looking to enjoy scenic views of Kent. Little Switzerland Caravan and Camping Site is well suited for those looking to enjoy scenic views of Kent. (Image: Pitchup) This family run campsite is situated within The Warren Country Park and nestled within Kent's iconic stretch of the white cliffs, with views of France on a clear day. One reviewer described the views as 'breathtaking', whilst another praised the campsite for its 'secluded pitches' and 'adventurous walks', with The Battle of Britain Monument and Folkestone Downs being within a short walk of the campsite. Opening to campers and caravanners between March and October, the campsite offers a wide selection of camping options for tents, trailers and caravans with electric hook-ups, and laundry and bathroom facilities onsite. The campsite offers a wide selection of camping options for tents, trailers and caravans with electric hook-ups. (Image: Pitchup) If you'd prefer not to cook, the campsite also has a bar and restaurant with views overlooking the English Channel, where you can stop off for breakfast, lunch or a slice of cake after a walk. But if you fancy the walk or drive, Folkestone offers a plethora of places to eat in its popular Folkestone Market, where you'll find everything from street food vendors to indie restaurants housed within former sea containers. If you want to travel further afield, you can easily hop on the Channel Tunnel from Folkestone if you feel like exploring a bit of France.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Yahoo
Mariners Trail in Manitowoc County is the region's Most Treasured View, reader poll finds
LAKE MICHIGAN/LAKE WINNEBAGO REGION – Readers have spoken. If you're looking for the Most Treasured View in the region, look no further than the more than 5-mile paved Mariners Trail that runs along Lake Michigan between Manitowoc and Two Rivers. The trail was the top vote-getter in USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin's recent Most Treasured View poll, which listed 14 scenic locations across Fond du Lac, Manitowoc, Sheboygan and Winnebago counties. See the full list and poll results: Here are 14 of the Most Treasured Views across Fond du Lac, Manitowoc, Oshkosh & Winnebago counties In addition to scenic views of Lake Michigan, Mariners Trail also offers landscaped flower gardens, sculptures, telescopes, picnic areas, lighthouses, natural flora, bridges, beach access and more. The trail is maintained by the non-profit Friends of Mariners Trail. Find more about the trail at Mariners Trail can be accessed at various points along Memorial Drive between Manitowoc and Two Rivers. Access points include waysides on Memorial Drive, the Manitowoc Marina at the southern end and Lighthouse Inn in Two Rivers at the northern end. Parking is available at both ends of the trail and at waysides. The trail can also be accessed from Lincoln Park via a new connecting trail system. The trail is free to use. Restrooms are available just north of the Manitowoc Marina, at the Woodland Drive wayside near the midpoint of the trail and at several restaurants. The northern end of the trail in Two Rivers connects with the Rawley Point Trail, which takes users through Two Rivers and into Point Beach State Forest. This 7-mile section uses city streets, limestone surfaces and a 5-mile section through the state forest. At the southern end of the trail, people can continue on a paved path along Lake Michigan, across the Manitowoc River on the Eighth Street bridge, and then follow the trail along the south side of the river, past the car ferry dock for the S.S. Badger Lake Michigan car ferry, and into a residential area. Read more: SS Badger Lake Michigan car ferry to launch shoreline cruises, overnight crossings & mini cruises Mariners Trail now connects to a newly created Bayshore Drive Trail System in Manitowoc, which leads to the city's Lincoln Park Zoo. The Bayshore Drive Trail System includes public paved trails, lighting, a future kayak launch, areas for fishing, benches and a new bridge that connects the trail to the zoo. Also along Mariners Trail is West of the Lake Gardens, 6 acres of backyard gardens on Lake Michigan on the estate of John and Ruth West and the West Foundation featuring a rose garden, Japanese, sunken and formal gardens, with more than 900 feet of herbaceous borders with colorful annuals. The gardens are at 915 Memorial Drive in Manitowoc and admission is free. Read more: Ruth West: How a Manitowoc woman turned 6 acres of quack grass into a renown garden The most notable sculpture along Mariners Trail is the 'Spirit of the Rivers' bronze monument created by internationally renowned artist and Manitowoc native R.T. 'Skip' Wallen. The monument depicts an Indigenous man carrying a canoe, a woman and an elder, symbolizing the area's native inhabitants. The monument can be accessed at the rest stop at 4815 Memorial Drive. Read more: USA TODAY readers ranked a Sheboygan County lake and beach among the best in the country Other top vote-getters in our Most Treasured View poll included the following: Sheboygan's Lake Michigan lakeshore; Devils River waterfall at Devils River Campground, 16612 County R, Maribel; Lakeside Park, 555 N. Park Ave., Fond du Lac; Kohler-Andrae State Park sand dunes and cord walk, 1020 Beach Park Lane, Sheboygan; Point Beach State Forest, 9400 County O, Two Rivers; and Parnell Tower, W7876 County U, Plymouth. Contact Brandon Reid at breid@ This article originally appeared on Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter: Mariners Trail in Manitowoc, Two Rivers is region's Most Treasured View
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Travel + Leisure
23-06-2025
- Travel + Leisure
One of the Most Scenic Amtrak Routes in the U.S. Is Getting a New Look—What to Know
One of the most beautiful train rides in America is getting a major upgrade. The famed Amtrak Cascades service, which operates throughout the Northwest corridor with stops including Seattle and Vancouver, recently revealed the first look at its brand-new train cars and interiors. From the front of the engine to the last passenger car, everything has been reimagined from the ground up. "With panoramic windows and additional table seating, customers can enjoy some of the best views and connect to some of the most scenic landscapes in the world," the Amtrak Cascades website shares about the coming upgrades. Amtrak announced that the refreshed train will hit the tracks in 2026, though a specific launch date was not disclosed. Amtrak is keeping the existing green and maroon color scheme and images of local landmarks on the train's livery. The train will have special graphics of both Mount Rainier and Mount Hood, both of which the train passes on its journey. Each train car will be completely brand new, including a redesigned café car with a menu featuring local flavors and bites. Amtrak also released dozens of images of the trains under construction in the May 29 update. The nearly finished cars feature a refreshing color scheme, hardwood tables, plush seating, and fresh carpeting. In addition to the new trains being more comfortable, Amtrak says it will also be more fuel efficient, contribute less air pollution, and be extremely environmentally friendly. It is calling the new trains the "next generation of train travel." The route was listed as one of the most scenic train routes in America by Visit USA Parks, due to the variety of landscapes and mountains. 'The whole ride was so beautiful and relaxing,' one traveler shared about their recent journey on the Amtrak Cascades in a social media post. While travelers will have to wait for the new trains until 2026, tickets for existing trains on the Cascade line are still available on Amtrak's website. The train makes 18 stops, with major destinations including Bellingham, Washington; Portland, Oregon; Seattle; and Vancouver, British Columbia.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Yahoo
These are three of the Most Treasured Views in Kentucky: Here's where to find them
This is part of a new USA TODAY network project showcasing breathtaking — and perhaps, underappreciated — views throughout the United States. These are some of the most beautiful landmarks, scenic vistas and hidden gems you can truly treasure in your area. [ Most Treasured Views in America: National | West | South | Middle America | Northeast ] Looking for a way to celebrate summer the Kentucky way? We have some ideas for you, including three of our state's most treasured views. From that iconic racetrack in Louisville's backyard to two enchanting nature areas perfect for a day trip, check out these ideas for enjoying a summer day (or two) while staying in Kentucky. This place might host the most beautiful and beloved two minutes of the year during the Kentucky Derby, but Churchills Downs is a sight to see beyond the first Saturday in May. Along with Spring Meet live racing in June, including Downs After Dark races on June 21, the summer is a great time to schedule a tour of the iconic racetrack via the Kentucky Derby Museum. And you'll likely learn something new even if you're a lifelong Kentucky resident. A variety of tour options offer up-close looks at this Louisville tradition, from viewing the barns on the backside of the track and seeing Millionaire's Row to tasting bourbon and watching horses workout railside. Tickets start at $20. Details: 700 Central Ave., Louisville, Kentucky, 502-636-4400, Known as the 'Niagara of the South,' the main attraction of this Kentucky State Park promises to wow with its 125-foot whirling wall of water. Along with viewing the grand Cumberland Falls, there's plenty to see at this natural wonderland just three hours from Louisville. Popular activities include a tour of the 1937 Pinnacle Knob Fire Tower, 17 miles of hiking trails, gem mining for fossils, and horseback riding. Here's an extra tip: Plan your trip around the park's 'moonbow' schedule, which is posted online. Cumberland Falls regularly offers a view of a lunar rainbow, of which only a few places in the world can say. Details: 7351 KY-90, Corbin, Kentucky, 606-528-4121, Much like the Colorado River shaped the Grand Canyon, the Red River helped form the Red River Gorge. Unlike that other world-famous attraction, this majestic canyon system inside the Daniel Boone National Forest is just a two-hour drive from Louisville. With no admission fee, you could spend many days exploring the National Natural Landmarks' 29,000 acres, which includes 70-plus miles of hiking trails, 150 natural arches, and scenic waterfalls. Among many activities to try, from zip-lining to kayaking, at this Kentucky gem, start with walking across the Natural Bridge, the mighty formation of sandstone rock that stands 65 feet high and spans 78 feet in length. Several lodging options are available, including camping, cabin rentals, treehouse and yurt stays, as well as nearby hotels. Details: 30 L&E Railroad Pl, Slade, Kentucky, 606-663-1161, Reach Courier Journal reporter Amanda Hancock at ahancock@ This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Best scenic views in Kentucky: Our top picks
BBC News
08-05-2025
- BBC News
Discover the Unseen Southwest
While many travelers take in the region's beauty from trails and lookouts at numerous national parks, some hidden gems are best viewed onboard a Rocky Mountaineer train, as its tracks weave through the sagebrush and piñon pines. On a two-day rail journey, Rocky Mountaineer's premium rail coaches travel along the historic Union Pacific Rail Trail, following the Colorado River between Denver, Colorado, and Moab, Utah. Even for those who ride the tracks regularly, like Chris Woods, Train Manager on the Rockies to the Red Rocks route, the scenery here always delights. "There's a section of track as we go through Byers Canyon, which is a smaller and steeper granite canyon, and then come out past Hot Sulphur Springs — we're very high up on the Colorado River — and meander through some cottonwood trees and small farming areas," Woods says. "That transition out of the canyons is one of my favorite spots." Large glass-dome coaches make it easy to capture the landscapes in photos, and the onboard Hosts provide helpful heads-ups on upcoming sights. The Hosts share information on the geology and history of the West and the natural forces — and people — who have shaped it. For photographers looking for that perfect shot, the coaches also have a small outdoor viewing area for unimpeded photography.
