Month: October 2024

Some people ski for the fresh air, the mountain views or the sheer physical challenge. But, as I’ll freely admit to anyone who asks, I ski so that I can après-ski.  This time-honored tradition is truly one of the best parts of schussing down the slopes. “Après” is the French word for “after,” so translated literally,
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Loreto is a charming, under-the-radar seaside town in Baja California Sur boasting beautifully clear waters,  dolphin sightings and clambakes on the beach. Only a 90-minute flight from Los Angeles, Loreto has become a haven for retired snowbirds and visitors from around the world, as well as a major stop for backpackers and the occasional cruise
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One of North America’s most dynamic cities, Montréal has treasure-filled museums, a vibrant music scene and grand churches full of little-known history. The city’s famous restaurants, luxury hotels and smart boutiques here make it easy to live it up – and spend a fortune. Yet some of the Montréal’s finest attractions won’t cost you a
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Sprawling across along an island in the St Lawrence River, Montréal is a city of vibrant neighborhoods. In these diverse districts, visitors can get a strong sense of the city’s blend of French and English heritage – indeed, its very soul. Historic, cobbled streets and centuries-old architecture make Old Montréal a focal point for most visitors,
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Barcelona is an incredibly popular destination with visitors from all over the globe and with good reason – its wealth of stunning architecture, incredible food scene, charming neighborhoods and a thriving nightlife is enough to rival any major city. But that popularity can also bring complications and confusion – especially if you fail to escape
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I’m an Adelaide-based travel writer and photographer, capturing adventures across Australia – although, shamefully, I hadn’t visited Sydney since the pandemic lockdowns. So when an invitation arrived to go to the harbor city to launch the latest Lonely Planet Australia guidebook series (for which I’d helped pen the South Australia chapter), I took it as
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Ever dreamed of finding yourself a new beach for every day of the year? Well that’s exactly what’s on offer in the beautiful twin-island nation of Antigua and Barbuda, which famously boasts 365 separate strands. They’re the perfect setting for sipping Antiguan rum punch under thatch umbrellas, or feasting on some of the freshest seafood
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Marbella, a jewel on Spain’s Costa del Sol, is famed for its luxurious lifestyle, pristine beaches, and exclusive atmosphere. This Mediterranean haven has long attracted the elite, offering a perfect mix of indulgence and relaxation. From glamorous yacht-filled harbors to designer boutiques and Michelin-starred dining, Marbella radiates sophistication. Among this backdrop of opulence, beachfront mansions
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