Unfortunately, we can't go on holiday for the time being, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy all the beautiful things the world has to offer from our lazy chair. These virtual trips give you a bit of a holiday feeling.
'Escape to Jamaica'
The Jamaica Tourist Board uses its digital platform to inspire people around the world with its 'Escape to Jamaica' Instagram Live series. “Escape to Jamaica” takes place weekly on the @VisitJamaica Instagram channel. In addition to sharing "irie" vibes, the series also features live cooking demos and pre-recorded wellness sessions. With this live series, Jamaica offers a virtual refuge through their music, cuisine, culture, warm people and that unmistakable Jamaican spirit.
Below is the current schedule of the “Escape to Jamaica” series, with additional dates yet to be announced To be announced:
April 6:Empress Thandi Wise – Certified Yoga Instructor, Rasta Wellness Center and Jakes Hotel
April 8:Chef Andre Fowles – Food Network Chopped Champion and Culinary Ambassador for Miss Lily's in New York, Negril and Dubai
10 April:DJ Delano – Renaissance Disco
15 April:Rousseau Sisters – Jamaican Sisters, owners of SummerHouse in Kingston and Authors of Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking
17 April:ZJ Chrome – Zip 103
For more information about the live series 'Escape to Jamaica' Instagram, visit the JTB's Instagram account at and join the conversation with #EscapetoJamaica.
Take a virtual trip through Japan
If Japan is on your bucket list, enjoy this 360-degree VR film from the Japan National Tourism Organization, which takes you on an extensive journey through the country covering everything from bamboo forests to sushi making. Go here to the virtual travel experience through Japan.
On a virtual city trip to Hanover
Those who are limited in time or who just want to catch a glimpse of Hanover in anticipation of a real city trip can make a lightning visit via the general 360° tour. In this virtual walk you pass all the highlights of the city, literally and figuratively. For example, you get a razor-sharp image from the air of the Herrenhäuser Gärten or you suddenly stand at the top of the dome of the New Town Hall, with a panoramic view of the old city center or the nearby Maschsee. The general tour of the city takes you to as many as 46 different sights.
Those who want a more detailed visit, however, can go to the specific tours, which focus on different places of Hanover. Visit Niki de Saint Phalle's Nanas, the imposing State Opera or the Aegidien Church War Memorial. If your kids are around, take them virtually to the Hannover Adventure Zoo, which has been voted the most beautiful zoo in Germany several times. Or walk through the old city center with its many churches and the New Town Hall. In addition to the city's attractions, you can also virtually visit some highlights in the vicinity of the city.
If you want to go on a virtual city trip yourself, surf to www.visit-hannover.com/nl
7 Minutes in Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia Tourism Authority is inviting people to escape to the island with a social media series called “7 Minutes In Saint Lucia” which airs twice a week on their Instagram page. Discover yoga and meditation in the Pitons, make a tropical cocktail with locally produced Chairman's Reserve Rum or cook an authentic Saint Lucian dish. Follow @TravelSaintLucia to join live every Tuesday and Thursday.
Central Park, New York
The green center of New York City can be explored through an online tour. Not only does it show you the park, but there is also a guide to tell you the important events in Central Park history as you "travel" from the west 72nd entrance. Go to the online tour here.
Take a walk on the Chinese Wall
Hiking along the Great Wall of China has topped the list of “vacation goals” for centuries before hashtags were invented. You can now take a virtual walk at China's most famous attraction. This virtual tour covers a distance of approximately 10 km between Jinshanling and Simatai, a stretch known for some of the most quintessential views in China. Go here to the Great Wall of China.
