The Qatari desert offers some of the planet’s most surreal and splendid scenery – a land of wide-open beauty, shaped by the steady forces of wind and sun. It’s also […]
Top 16 things to do in Massachusetts from whale watching to a Red Sox game
Whether you want to gain a new perspective on American history, explore unusual art venues or eat your weight in cannolis, Massachusetts is ready for you. Native Bay Staters and […]
5 of the best nature reserves in the Algarve: beaches, wetlands and wonderful wildlife
Wind-whipped sea cliffs, sandy islands and biologically rich wetlands set the stage for wide-ranging adventures in the Algarve. Whether you’re hoping to spot unique wildlife, get active (biking, hiking, kayaking), […]
Bonding over Burgundy: Cycling the Route des Grands Crus
A tour de force for wine lovers, this cycling itinerary through Burgundy (Bourgogne in French) immerses you in its winegrowing heartland. Pedaling along backroads and paths used by vintners past […]
Bonding over Burgundy: Nourishing outdoor adventures
In Burgundy, with its swathes of forest, meandering rivers, medieval villages and monasteries and world-renowned vineyards stretching for miles, it’s easy to escape into the outdoors and replenish your mind, […]
From rugged coasts to ancient hills, these are the best hikes in the UK
From Wales’ wind-whipped Pembrokeshire coast up to Scotland’s soaring Highlands, the United Kingdom is full of spectacularly cinematic landscapes that are just begging to be explored. Mix up lush forest trails […]
The best lakes in the US you’ve probably never heard of and how to visit in 2022
As summer in the US takes a turn into its hottest months, we’re all looking for the perfect places to cool off. Luckily, the country is speckled with lakes of all […]
The 8 best hikes through England’s beautiful countryside
They don’t call England the “green and pleasant land” for nothing. Go walking through England’s towering hills and moorlands or along its cliff-guarded shoreline and you’ll soon realize how well […]
Non-awkward ways to meet people on the road
Arguably the biggest anxiety for the first-time traveler is the thought of being lonely – visions of cold evenings curled around a flickering bedside lamp sobbing into a dog-eared copy […]
The best parks in Salzburg (not all the hills are alive with the sound of music)
Famous for Mozart, the Sound of Music and a majestic cavalcade of churches and palaces, Salzburg is sometimes overlooked as a city of green spaces. From the richly ornamented parks […]