From popular jaunts through the coastal rainforest to arduous climbs to mountain peaks, Costa Rica has vibrant and varied landscapes that offer endless opportunities for hiking. Indeed, sometimes there’s no […]
Copy My Trip: Glamping and hiking at Utah’s Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef National Parks
When I think of Utah, I think of national parks. In addition to well-known Zion, Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef and Bryce Canyon make up the “Mighty Five” – a must […]
New York City’s best beaches offer great sand and unparalleled people-watching
Amid the New York City’s din, it’s good to remember that cool breezes and refreshing waters are just a train ride away. Four of the five of New York City’s […]
You’ve probably never been to Portugal’s Berlengas: here’s why you should go
Óbidos is most certainly on the list of must-see destinations for those visiting Portugal. But many may not know that just an hour away from the famous medieval town (30 minutes […]
What vacation spots in England are loved by locals?
Our Where Locals Go series features holiday destinations that are often overlooked by international visitors but cherished by locals. Here, we ask four England experts for their top ideas. Who […]
9 of the best hikes in Colombia
With landscapes that tumble from snow-dappled Andean peaks to paradisiacal white sand beaches, it should come as no surprise that Colombia packs a whole raft of hiking trails to explore. Trekking […]
Copy My Trip: 6 days road-tripping all over El Salvador
We wanted to take a short getaway to somewhere Spanish-speaking, relatively close, warm (but not too warm!), and under the radar. Why not El Salvador? thought my husband Dan and […]
The best road trips in Chile offer the drive of your life
Diverse landscapes are Chile‘s biggest asset. Traveling around this long, narrow country, you’ll be greeted by an ever-shifting panorama of rolling vineyards, dazzling lakes, towering volcanoes, deep fjords, high grasslands […]
The 14 best things to do in Chile, from volcano climbs to sampling pisco sours
With its puffing volcanoes, pounding surf, sprawling salt flats and glistening glaciers, Chile is the ultimate wonderland for South American adventures. But you don’t need to be a skier, surfer […]
8 of the best things to do in Benin
Benin is the birthplace of Vodou – a religion that worships natural spirits and reveres ancestors. It was also a significant source for transatlantic slave traders. A history you’ll learn more […]