The vacation less traveled

Plus: virtual experiences around the world and some quizzes to flex those travel muscles.

It's Friday and you know what that means...time to set off on another virtual vacation! ✈️   We've all been dreaming of travel since quarantine began, right? I know I've been thinking about all the places I still haven't been like Tokyo, Mexico City, and Barcelona. But quarantine has also got me thinking about lesser-known spots I can visit once travel is safe again. Think hikes through mountains without seeing another soul ⛰️ or a tiny town where you're the only tourist. These trips might still be a ways off, but one can always dream... Your Future Bucket List Johnnya123 / Getty Images 23 Off-The-Beaten-Path Destinations That Are As Beautiful As They Are Remote Sure NYC in the fall is gorgeous and LA has stunning beaches, but there's so much more to explore across the states, like hidden lakes and small mountain towns. Maybe it's time to dream about the road less traveled?  Mission: Staycation via Airbnb 18 Virtual Airbnb Experiences For Anyone Who Misses Travel Right Now Explore Athens while learning Greek history or learn how to make a Brazilian caipirinha— all from your couch. Can You Get All 10 Questions About France Correct? Oui or non? The Average Person Can't Pass This Basic Landmark Quiz — Can You? Flex those travel muscles 💪 10 Unique Foods Canadians Love That The Rest Of The World Needs To Try ASAP You might not think "beaver tail" sounds like something you want to eat, but you'd be so wrong. FORWARDED THIS NEWSLETTER?    Hello fellow traveler! Virtual Vacation is our way of bringing trips to you while you do your part by staying home. Once a week, we'll pop into your inbox with a little dose of wanderlust content, plus some tips on making quarantine feel a little more like vacay. Hit the button below to get updates!  Subscribe Now Your Window to the World via Reddit 25 "Only In New York" Things That Have Happened During The Coronavirus Pandemic Here's how "the Big Apple" is handling the pandemic. Non-Americans Are Sharing The Bizarre Things That Americans Think Are Normal And It's Surprising Like getting served water with ice at restaurants. And seriously, what's up with the public toilets? TASTE BUD TRIP: FRANCE   2-Ingredient Chocolate Soufflé   The only thing better than chocolate soufflé is chocolate soufflé that only takes two ingredients and 20 minutes to make. Digging into this fluffy chocolate dessert will make you feel like you're dining at a 5-star restaurant in Paris, even as you sit back on your couch and watch Netflix. View our privacy notice and cookie policy.     BuzzFeed, Inc. 111 E. 18th St. New York, NY 10003   We hope you love the products we recommend! Just so you know, BuzzFeed may collect a small share of sales from the links in this email.   Unsubscribe