Let’s catch ‘22
Unless you’ve been living in a cave, you’ll be painfully aware it’s been another grim year for UK holidaymakers. But in the spirit of optimism that we might one day be out of the Covid woods, we’re looking at some getaway ideas for 2022, both abroad and at home.
Things can only get better for travelling and, from global sporting celebrations to historic events via theme parks and natural wonders, there’s something for everyone in the 12 months ahead.
So start planning for a great year of big trips, short breaks and days out – there’s so much to do in ’22!
YELLOWSTONE, WYOMING/MONTANA/ IDAHO, USA
The daddy of American national parks is reaching the ripe old age of 150 on March 1. Of course, given the natural wonders of this 3,468 square mile marvel, that is just a geological blink of the eye.
Today’s four million annual Yellowstone visitors have much to thank the splendidly named Philetus W Norris, who was tasked to “to protect, preserve, and improve the park” as the second superintendent in 1877.
He explored it widely to add to our geographical knowledge, constructed roads, built a headquarters at Mammoth Hot Springs, hired the first ‘gamekeeper’ and opposed hunters and vandals.
Special events for the anniversary year will be announced soon, but you hardly need an excuse to see some of the world’s finest geothermal features, such as the legendary Old Faithful geyser, and stellar wildlife including bears, wolves, bison and elk.
Get your motorhome running and hit the highway for nature’s finest.
■ More info: nps.gov/yell/ index.htm NT