The western US’s striking tableau of red rock may be the first image that comes to mind when you think of the country’s rock climbing scene, but the Southeast harbors […]
Why birding is taking flight with a new generation
Growing up, Sarah Toner often went on bird walks with her grandfather and quickly developed a passion for birding. Toner, now 22, recently graduated with a biology degree from Cornell University, […]
Desert dreaming: the best national parks in Namibia
The true magic of Namibia lies in its wide-open spaces. In this vast country, you’ll encounter lonely landscapes of ancient deserts where dunes roll to the horizon, desolate shorelines come […]
Maribor and Ptuj are gateways to the best of Eastern Slovenia
Eastern Slovenia is a land of unique charms. The long Pohorje Massif – a stretch of unspoiled, mid-range mountain rising just west of Maribor – offers breathtaking vistas, as well […]
Riding rocks, rails and reservoirs, half a mile underground, in Slovenia
Slovenia’s remote Koroška (Carinthia) region, a mountainous area running along the country’s northern border with Austria, is firmly off the beaten track. Even for Slovenians, this traditionally industrial district feels […]
Dive into Slovenia’s beautiful Lake Bohinj region
Hypnotic, blue-green waters. Breathtaking mountain panoramas. A wide range of outdoor activities. Slovenia’s Lake Bohinj is the ideal summer holiday destination – wilder and more authentic than better-known Lake Bled […]
Hit the trails on these top hikes in South Korea
Roughly 70% of the Korean peninsula is covered in mountains, so it’s no surprise that hiking is one of the country’s national pastimes. Koreans take the pursuit seriously, joining hiking […]
Road trip to the best of Germany’s Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg
This may be northern Europe, but southern Germany positively glows. From the amber in the giant beer mugs to the golden sunshine in Freiburg to the sparkle of glorious alpine […]
Protecting rhinos from poachers in Africa – what it’s like working on the frontline
Life cannot prepare you for the sound of rhinoceroses’ cries. They make the tough, immovable animals seem fragile and small. In South Africa, the cries come in on the wings […]
The best things to do in Aruba cover every kind of adventure
Aruba is a playground for adventurous travelers thanks to a perfect combination of climate and culture that keeps this desert island feeling fresh and exciting – even for seasoned travelers […]