These days Egypt’s Red Sea Coast is mostly known for its sun-and-sea family holidays but this world-class diving destination is more than beach sloth resort life. This famed shoreline is […]
How to trek Slovenia: 5 stellar long-haul hikes
Slovenia, which calls itself “the Sunny Side of the Alps,” is a haven for hiking. That’s a surprise to some, but it’s not revelatory. This bantam-sized Central European country, smaller […]
The best thru-hikes you can fit into a busy schedule
It’s a dream for many avid hikers to be able to say you’ve completed an iconic trek like the Pacific Crest Trail, Appalachian Trail or any other magnificent long-distance thru-hike. […]
The 6 best hikes in West Virginia
The Appalachian Mountains ripple across West Virginia, their forested slopes hiding a network of trails that plunge down gorges, roll past waterfalls, navigate boulder fields and ribbon along ancient rivers. […]
12 incredible experiences in the Cook Islands
Strewn across the South Pacific like a handful of pearls tossed onto a gemstone-blue blanket, the Cook Islands are everything you’d hope to find in Polynesia. While this tiny island […]
The top things to do in Mauritius, from beaches to botanical gardens
One of the most beautiful islands in the world, Mauritius is the sort of multi-dimensional destination that’s as perfect for families as it is for couples on honeymoon, and just […]
7 expert tips to sustainably trek to Everest Base Camp
Taking in mountain monasteries, mighty glaciers and up-close views of the world’s highest peak, the trek to Everest Base Camp in Nepal is one of the world’s top adventures. But […]
Where to find myth and legend in Norway’s wildest landscapes
Norway’s incredible landscapes have inspired travelers for generations. But long before that, they were the backbone of the country’s rich mythology and folklore. In daily life, people would navigate lakes […]
Capture great photos of Iceland’s Westfjords: expert advice for this photographer’s paradise
Free from mass tourism and blessed with blustery stretches of salt-sprayed beaches and dramatic, otherworldly landscapes, Iceland’s Westfjords are an untouched wonderland where nature reigns supreme. It’s especially thrilling for […]
The ultimate guide to Hornstrandir, Europe’s last wilderness
Hornstrandir is one of Europe’s last wildernesses: a breathtakingly beautiful, hard-to-reach nature reserve of soaring mountains and precipitous cliffs. Perched on the furthest tip of Iceland’s far-flung Westfjords, it has limited […]