Vail is known as a high-end, luxury destination – yet you don’t to spend big to enjoy its many pleasures. Best known for its immaculately groomed ski slopes, picture-perfect Bavarian-style […]
8 wild winter sports from around the world
Just because the temperature dips doesn’t mean the outdoor fun has to stop. While traditionalists stick to skiing and snowboarding, some folks get creative, either translating their own favorite warm-weather […]
All the best things to do in Phoenix
Phoenix offers exciting diversity, urban sophistication and natural serenity, too. Visitors to Arizona’s capital can discover landmark mansions and sip local wine (yes, there are wineries in the desert). They’ll take […]
Australia’s 7 best nudist beaches
Easygoing Australia has an abundance of choice when it comes to beaches where nudism is legal and accepted. Most of the destinations on this list are nestled away, and home […]
How to explore Edinburgh on two wheels (and the best bike routes in town)
Crisscrossed by cobbled pathways and steep, traffic-ladened lanes, Edinburgh might not seem ideal for cycling. However, despite the undulating topography and web of ancient streets, Scotland’s hilly, historic capital is surprisingly […]
10 incredible places to learn to scuba dive
Dreaming of hitting the open water in your scuba gear and getting your diver certification? With a combination of idyllic conditions and reputable dive schools offering PADI or SSI qualifications, […]
The 5 best national parks in Tanzania: Where to spot elephants, see the Great Migration and canoe on Africa’s largest lake
People from all over the world come to Tanzania just for its national parks. These protected spaces are an ever-evolving theatre of real wildlife action and up-close animal encounters. But which […]
When to go to Vail – a guide for all seasons
There’s plenty to do in Vail once ski season ends. Situated in the Gore Range of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains about 100 miles west of Denver, Vail is a popular winter […]
10 must-see natural wonders in Oman
Tucked into the southeastern corner of the vast Arabian Peninsula, Oman has historically been isolated by mountains, sand and sea. Today, the same pristine features responsible for the sultanate’s seclusion […]
How to choose an ethical elephant experience in Thailand
Increased awareness of the harm that riding elephants can cause these remarkable animals saw Thailand’s elephant tourism industry pivot to offer “gentler” interactions. Now, amid claims by animal welfare groups […]