There’s no better activity during summertime in the high desert than one that involves cooling down in the water. Whether you like to swim, boat, tube, or just dip your […]
The UK’s 10 best beaches you won’t want to leave
From golden Cornish sands to rugged Scottish strands, visitors to the UK will never be short of epic coastlines to visit. And while they will never be as sun-kissed as […]
West Coast waves: Top 8 places to surf in California
Hawaii might lay claim to the first waves ever ridden, but surf culture was born in California. Whether it’s the salt-washed hair of the Lords of Dogtown, the tunes of […]
The best spots for snorkeling in Key Largo, from wrecks to reefs
The Florida Keys dangle off the southern coast of the state like a string of pearls floating in Florida Bay, linked together by the Overseas Highway, more formally known as […]
Belgium’s best national parks and nature reserves: a short guide to its wild side
Belgium’s wild places provide the perfect counterpoint to its medieval centers and historic attractions. Coniferous forests, biologically rich wetlands, and the foggy moors of the uplands are among the diverse […]
The best things do to in St Thomas: beaches, bars and turtle-filled bays
If you’ve landed on the idyllic shores of St Thomas, chances are you plan to spend a good chunk of your trip at the beach. Yet with its storied history, […]
From rock climbing to pirate ship playgrounds: Bend, Oregon’s 6 best parks
One of the best parts of visiting Bend, Oregon, is touring the amazing parks within the city. Bend Park and Recreation District is one of the most supported parks organizations […]
The best places to surf in the Algarve, for beginners, pros and everyone
As if the symphony of daffodil-hued cliffs and emerald waters in the Algarve couldn’t get any better, the southernmost corner of Portugal also reigns as one of Europe’s great surfing […]
Colorado’s best scenic drive just opened for the season with a new reservation system
If you’re angling to drive through the clouds on the nation’s highest continuous paved roadway this summer, you’re going to want to plan ahead. Colorado’s Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National […]
The 8 best hikes in and around Charlotte
Charlotte, North Carolina, certainly fits the bill as a major urban city, with a population just shy of one million. But while hiking may seem like an unlikely pastime, residents […]