The world has long been awake to Amsterdam’s charms, and ever-skyrocketing visitor numbers mean the city can feel uncomfortably crowded in summer. While you might not be guaranteed good weather in […]
Catch the northern lights from your ice hotel: Norway’s Far North is the ideal winter playground
Winter in Norway’s Far North is Europe’s premier Arctic playground. Yes, temperatures can plummet well below freezing. And it’s true that ethereal darkness envelopes the land here for months at […]
The 7 best hikes in Singapore: a totally unique way to see the tiny country
Singapore often evokes a visceral reaction from travelers. It’s the dazzling spectacle of the Supertrees, the sweet and savory chili crab, the multitude of shopping malls and an airport so […]
Best parks in Valencia: how to go green in the Spanish city
Life is about being outdoors in Mediterranean Spain, and parks are a major part of Valencian life, particularly the wonderful Turia, one of Europe’s great urban green spaces. Valencia’s parks are […]
The ultimate guide to things to do in China
One of the world’s most vast and ancient civilizations, China is not just one region, cuisine or culture. It’s a giant and complex patchwork of cultural groups, histories, cuisines and […]
The best hikes in Colorado Springs from challenging to awe inspiring
Whether you’re looking to climb a fourteener or take a walk in the park, there’s a wide variety of hikes in Colorado Springs, where you’ll discover beautiful red rocks, towering […]
How to hit the (hiking) trail on Mykonos
Though Mykonos is small and can get crowded in the high season, it’s possible to savor the island’s many highlights by lacing up your hiking boots. Roads and trails lead to and […]
Serengeti’s Great Migration: the world’s ultimate wildlife spectacle
Often billed as the world’s ultimate wildlife spectacle, the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra takes place annually across the plains of East Africa; Amanda Canning travels to Tanzania to try […]
Seattle’s surprising gardens and parks
Most travelers come to Seattle to visit icons like the Space Needle and Pike Place Market, check out the thriving grunge music scene, or watch the Seahawks play football. But […]
You want to climb Europe’s highest peak? Here’s how to summit Mount Elbrus
The line of figures in full winter gear snakes painfully slowly across the snowfield towards the summit. The climbers have been ascending for over 12 hours now. Lack of oxygen, […]