Wisconsin is better known for its famous food and drink (beer, cheese, cream puffs, and kringle) than for its outdoorsy options, but hiking enthusiasts will find a huge variety of […]
How to see wildlife responsibly in Finland – and the best places to do it
Much of Finland snuggles under a blanket of dense, wild forest, providing habitats for diverse and magnificent species. The upshot is that the wildlife here is way up there with […]
The 6 best beaches in stunning St Lucia
No matter where you go in the Caribbean, the beaches are bound to be beautiful. But those in St Lucia, a tropical island nation located in the Eastern Caribbean, are known […]
Experience 6 of the best national parks in Jordan, including wildlife, rock climbing and lessons from locals
When you connect to the land, you can connect more deeply to a place. Although Jordan is small, opportunities to experience the culture, learn the history and engage with local […]
Sunset cocktails, seaside strolls and cinematic châteaux: Marseille’s best parks
At first glance, it might be hard to spot green patches in the hectic port city of Marseille in southern France. City dwellers tend to gravitate along the coast, toward […]
Finland’s best national parks for hikers, paddlers, foragers and nature lovers
When Salla National Park in eastern Lapland was established in early 2022, it was the 41st national park to open in Finland – not bad for a country of just […]
The 6 best hikes in the Poconos to experience history, changing leaves and waterfalls
Unfurling for almost 2400 sq miles, the Poconos Mountains in Pennsylvania is a vast outdoor playground of forest and rock that offer everything from skiing and snowshoeing to white-water rafting […]
The top museums in Santa Barbara: history, family fun and underwater wonders
Geographically stunning, a cultural hub spanning Native American, Spanish and Mexican history, and a coastal haven for the arts, Santa Barbara is packed with museums that tell many stories. The museums […]
The best Asheville mountain lakes to cool down in this summer
Want to cool off this summer in Asheville? Well you have choices… Head to the Outer Banks and its oceanfront beaches 450 miles away (a bit of a drive if […]
Slovenia’s new green route is perfect for independent travelers
The Slovenia Green Capitals Route, which launched in October 2020, takes independent travelers to three travel hubs in the sustainability-minded nation of Slovenia. The so-called “capitals” – reached by bike, car or train […]