Pura vida. Pure life. You’ll hear the expression frequently throughout your visit to Costa Rica, as a sincere wish for your time in this natural wonderland. It’s a valediction, an […]
Everest’s deadly season: overcrowding or summit fever?
The image of the lonely mountaineer, struggling against adversity to claim the summit, has taken a few knocks in recent weeks. When Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja posted a photo on […]
7 amazing ways to experience California’s redwoods
Northern California has more than its fair share of beauty. And the mammoth redwoods often take center stage. As they should. Walking among the tallest trees on earth is quite […]
Laureles: Medellín’s under-the-radar culture hub
Medellín breaks every stereotype imaginable and carries a comeback story that few cities have. As more folks venture to the City of the Eternal Spring, the Laureles-Estadio neighborhood has cemented […]
Women’s World Cup: what to do in France’s host cities
The Women’s World Cup is being held in France from 7 June to 7 July this year, and football fans from around the world are expected to fill stadiums, bars […]
How to explore the world’s largest cave, Hang Son Doong, in Vietnam
The world’s largest cave, Hang Son Doong (Mountain River Cave) in Vietnam, has suddenly become a lot larger thanks to the remarkable discovery of an underwater tunnel connecting it to […]
MacOS Catalina: Visit the island that inspired Apple’s new software name
Mediterranean-flavored Santa Catalina Island is a popular getaway for harried Angelenos drawn by fresh air, seemingly endless sunshine, seaside fun and excellent hiking in a unique microclimate. Now that Apple […]
8 unmissable adventures in Jordan
Jordan, still too often dismissed by overly cautious tourists who skip over the entire region, has been quietly building itself into the adventure hub of the Middle East. Long blessed […]
Dominican Republic: beyond the beaches
The Dominican Republic is well known for its blissful beaches: the crystal clear waves of Punta Cana, the eye-catching turquoise waters at Bahía de las Águilas, and the deep blues […]
Parkrun: free, fun and a new way to inspire travel
Free, and open to everyone, parkrun has gripped millions across the globe since its inception in 2004. So much so that every Saturday morning there are now some 250,000 people […]