The best part about hiking in New England? The sheer diversity. Stroll along the rugged Maine coast, scramble up a sheer cliff on iron rungs, follow a stream to a […]
A guide to Malibu’s most fun neighborhoods
Driving north up Pacific Coast Highway, you’ll know you’ve left Los Angeles behind when you spot the sign that says ‘Welcome to Malibu, 21 miles of scenic beauty.’ It’s those […]
12 unmissable hikes in Patagonia: wonder at the pristine wilderness
The name “Patagonia” typically conjures up visions of endless pampas (grasslands) and southern cowboys, but there is so much more to the region than that. Covering a massive chunk of […]
The most serene national parks in Cyprus: take a break from the beach
Cyprus is famed for its beaches, but don’t overlook the serene national parks and reserves that beg for inclusion in your itinerary. From dense pine forests where the only sound […]
The best hikes in Aruba take you from tropical beaches to cactus-covered peaks
With sparkling Caribbean waves and glorious white sands, Aruba draws beach-lovers by the planeload, but there’s more to this jewel of the Caribbean than the beaches. The island’s fascinating desert […]
The best free things to do in Sicily: from stunning churches to sumptuous art
Many of the best things to do in Sicily are not expensive, as prices are low even by Italian standards. But better still, there is a multitude of great things […]
Sweden’s most stunning national parks: from Lapland to lowlands
The first country in Europe to establish national parks, Sweden set aside nine noteworthy landscapes in 1909. The country now has 30 national parks protecting everything from remote Arctic and […]
Siem Reap: 11 best things to do after you explore Angkor Wat
The Temples of Angkor Wat are an iconic symbol of Southeast Asia and rightly Cambodia’s top attraction. But Siem Reap, gateway to Angkor, offers much more than its famed temples. […]
These stunning Maui hikes visit waterfalls, rainforests and volcanoes
The most surprising part about hiking in Maui? The diversity of the landscape. When people think of Maui, they usually envision lush trails draped with waterfalls and tropical foliage – […]
6 best day trips from Brisbane this summer
Queensland’s sunny capital finds itself in a rather lucky position. Not only is Brisbane one of Australia’s fastest-evolving cities in the trend stakes but it’s also within day-tripping distance of some […]