It’s never been a better time to plan a trip to Lake Tahoe. The gorgeous crystalline waters in North America’s largest alpine lake are the clearest they’ve been since the […]
Hiking the Camino? Why it’s worth a detour on the Variante Espiritual
We make our way through a forest on the Galician coast at dawn. “Dad’s here,” I say to my partner Liz, as we stumble over a cobblestone path through a […]
The 11 best things to do in Scotland from festivals to puffins and peaks
Scotland often feels bigger than it is. That’s in part because of its impact on the world – think Edinburgh’s cultural clout and or Speyside’s famous whiskies – but it’s […]
A week in Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy’s mosaic
Hidden in the far northeastern corner of Italy, the region of Friuli Venezia Giulia has been a crossroads for centuries. Bordered by Austria and Slovenia, the region stretches from the […]
The 8 best hikes in France
Hiking in France is nothing short of glorious. From soaring alpine peaks to billowing lavender fields and azure rivers corkscrewing down into deep canyons, France has a trail to match […]
7 cities with incredible swimming spots
Following a day of sightseeing, wild swimming in a city can show travelers a completely different side of a destination – and give a whole new meaning to finishing up in […]
Expand your trip to Niagara Falls with a visit to nearby Niagara-on-the-Lake
Often maligned as tacky, dingy and disappointingly kitsch, Niagara Falls suffers a bad rap. Recently, it has even had to fend off the dubious distinction of being named Canada’s worst […]
7 Easy Ways to Experience Nevada’s Outdoors
Nevada is a land of extremes, from the desert heat to the snow-capped mountains of the Sierra Nevada. But even in this vast and rugged state, you’ll have plenty of […]
6 Not-Too-Challenging Adventures in Nevada
Nevada has something to offer anyone and everyone looking for an adventure, from hiking and biking to rafting, kayaking, or hot-air ballooning. If you’re ready to step a little outside […]
6 Challenging Adventures in Nevada
Nevada is a playground for adventurers, from easy beginner activities to experiences that challenge you to the extreme. Throughout this geographically diverse state you’ll find everything from sprawling desert landscapes […]