August spells adventure across the globe, whether it’s climbing volcanoes in Ecuador, riding the white waters of the Zambezi, kayaking part of Britain’s coastline or exploring the highs and lows of the […]
Best things to do in summer in Japan
Summer in much of Japan is hot and can be unrelentingly humid, but it’s also the season for top festivals, mass folk dancing, mountain hikes, and enjoying a cold beer […]
A perfect day in Cairo: how to spend 24 hours in Egypt’s capital
Egypt is changing by the minute as it continues its post-revolution recovery, but there are still a number of unshakeable constants in Cairo: the city’s ancient past, its contemporary art […]
Under the radar USA: Tucson is more than its cactus
Arizona is hot. But Tucson is literally (and figuratively) 10 degrees cooler than the capital of Phoenix. Although best visited in shoulder seasons or winter to avoid 100-plus-degree temperatures, Tucson […]
Top things to see in Japan during the Rugby World Cup
Anticipation is well and truly building for the Rugby World Cup 2019 in Japan. And while fans scramble to scoop up any last remaining tickets, the country is taking measures […]
Where to see pandas in China as it plans for a Giant Panda National Park
Panda lovers – rejoice! Fans of the world’s most adorable vulnerable bear species have a few new reasons to celebrate the animal; about 27,134 km² worth. Stretching across China’s Sichuan, […]
Hawaii’s Big Island: how to make the most of a short trip
Aptly named, Hawai’i the Big Island is BIG. Twice the size of the other Hawaiian Islands combined, they say; and packed with volcanoes, beaches, reefs and fascinating ancient cultural sites. […]
Chena hot springs is home base for the best of Alaska
An Alaskan vacation brings to mind images of huge salmon, slow-moving glaciers, never ending mountain ranges, and – for those who’ve visited before – mosquitos the size of eagles. But […]
5 cool and unusual things to do in Louisiana
Louisiana’s reputation has always been about the unusual, whether it’s the craziness of Mardi Gras, the exquisite food or the greatness of its Dixieland jazz and zydeco traditions. But the […]
Travel in September: the expert’s choice
There is no better month to travel than September: it sees a remarkable confluence of happy circumstances around the world. In the northern hemisphere, prices and blood pressures plummet as […]