With 53 mountains rising at elevations above 14,000 feet, Colorado is home to far more “fourteeners” than any other state (second-place Alaska has 29). While the rugged peaks have inspired countless […]
Where to cool off with an unforgettable wild swim
Few things beat cooling off in cold water on a hot day. But sometimes a pool shot through with chlorine just won’t cut it. Adventurous souls should head to these […]
The coolest 6 subterranean destinations around the globe
We live in a three-dimensional world. Yet, while our instinct is often to look up, sometimes the best stories can be found by looking down. From caves and tunnels to […]
Experience First Nations traditions in British Columbia
Long before European fur traders arrived in the 18th century, indigenous people populated the area known as British Columbia, Canada for tens of thousands of years. Today, the richness of […]
Walk through England’s pagan past on the country’s oldest road
Carving its way for 87 miles across the chalk downland of southern England, the Ridgeway has carried drovers, traders, soldiers and pilgrims from the Neolithic era to the modern day. […]
I would drive 500 miles: road-tripping the Scottish Highlands
Bleakly beautiful, the North Coast 500 is Scotland’s very own Route 66. Buckle up for a road trip around Britain’s outer limits, where you’ll find otherworldly landscapes and down-to-earth welcomes. […]
Will COVID-19 impact my skiing in Europe this winter?
This will make you flare up with jealousy: people are already skiing in Europe. Yep, the glacier resorts of Zermatt, Cervinia, Val-d’Isère and Tignes have all had wannabe Bode Millers […]
Morocco’s 10 best natural wonders
From golden sand dunes to the lofty peaks of the High Atlas mountains, Morocco is an adventurer’s dream. Epic landscapes carpet this slice of North Africa like the richly patterned rugs […]
The Grand Circle is the ultimate US Southwest road trip
Driving the Grand Circle can take up to three weeks, but a spectacular eight-to-10 day portion centers around the Grand Canyon and features bold colors, fascinating geological shapes and textures […]
Tips for getting on the road in Canada
Canada is big and beautiful, but climate, distance and the high cost of domestic travel make it a hard country to get to know. Having the freedom to throw your […]