From snow-capped mountains and the Bushveld to sub-tropical beaches and the Kalahari, South Africa is a mind-bogglingly diverse country. Showcasing an astonishing array of landscapes, the country’s national parks and […]
How to experience Sweden’s cross-country skiing tradition: the best resorts and ski tracks
One of the world’s oldest winter sports, cross-country skiing is a popular way for people in Sweden to work out when temperatures plummet. It’s more gentle on your joints than […]
A first-timer’s guide to Chile’s Atacama Desert
Ever dreamed of what it’d be like to beam yourself up to a nearby planet? Chile’s Atacama Desert may be the next best option with desiccated salt flats, inhospitable wildlands […]
National parks and Wild West towns: great day trips from Jackson Hole
There’s enough to do in Jackson Hole to keep you busy for weeks at a time – and most visitors use the valley as a home base to explore the […]
Egypt’s Red Sea Coast promises days of diving, kitesurfing and desert adventures
These days Egypt’s Red Sea Coast is mostly known for its sun-and-sea family holidays but this world-class diving destination is more than beach sloth resort life. This famed shoreline is […]
How to trek Slovenia: 5 stellar long-haul hikes
Slovenia, which calls itself “the Sunny Side of the Alps,” is a haven for hiking. That’s a surprise to some, but it’s not revelatory. This bantam-sized Central European country, smaller […]
The best thru-hikes you can fit into a busy schedule
It’s a dream for many avid hikers to be able to say you’ve completed an iconic trek like the Pacific Crest Trail, Appalachian Trail or any other magnificent long-distance thru-hike. […]
The 6 best hikes in West Virginia
The Appalachian Mountains ripple across West Virginia, their forested slopes hiding a network of trails that plunge down gorges, roll past waterfalls, navigate boulder fields and ribbon along ancient rivers. […]
12 incredible experiences in the Cook Islands
Strewn across the South Pacific like a handful of pearls tossed onto a gemstone-blue blanket, the Cook Islands are everything you’d hope to find in Polynesia. While this tiny island […]
The top things to do in Mauritius, from beaches to botanical gardens
One of the most beautiful islands in the world, Mauritius is the sort of multi-dimensional destination that’s as perfect for families as it is for couples on honeymoon, and just […]