Albania has never been more popular with travelers than it is now. Joel Balsam, author of the Albania chapter in the new Western Balkans guidebook, shares his expert tips for exploring this singular country. Is it just me or does it feel like everyone is talking about traveling to Albania? It’s been like that for
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I’m breaking from tradition for this column to feature a winery, not a single wine, of the month. And for good reason: Masciarelli Tenute Agricole itself breaks tradition with a female leadership consisting of the Belgrade-born Marina Cvetić and her daughter, Miriam Lee Masciarelli. The mother-daughter team took over operations after founder Gianni Masciarelli’s death
Klaus Vedfelt | Digitalvision | Getty Images Although the unemployment rate has spent 30 months at or below below 4% — a near record — not everyone who wants a job has one. And not everyone even wants a job at all. Some, referred to as “NEETs,” which stands for “not in employment, education, or training,” are
I was born and raised in Naples, and one of my earliest memories is my grandmother taking me to the local fruit markets every day. Decades later, I still recall the vendors’ catchy songs and their colorful signs. In Naples, even selling is an art. As a major Mediterranean port, Naples has traded goods and
I’m not going to beat around the bush, guys; this month’s ‘where to eat and drink’ guide is full of solid gold recommendations. And that’s not just the absurd amount of sunshine London’s been getting over the last few weeks talking (though, obviously, that’s also a factor). By sticking to the suggestions below, you will
An extremely thorough guide to getting the most out of this Central European country, any month of the year. Savvy travelers know that landlocked Slovakia defies its low-key reputation. Its major cities, Bratislava and Košice, buzz with contemporary art and nightlife. The country is home to an astonishing number of castles – the highest per
With its seemingly endless swathes of endless pampas, towering mountain ranges and glistening glacial rivers, Patagonia is heaven for adventurers who love the great outdoors. Cutting across a vast slice of southern Chile and Argentina, this is a terrific destination for world-class trekking and horseback riding, whitewater rafting, ice climbing and kayaking past huge blocks
The diverse and ever-evolving world of ice cream has always held a special place in the hearts (and freezers) of Americans, with U.S. ice cream manufacturers producing more than 1.38 billion gallons of ice cream annually, and more than 94% of U.S. adults buying ice cream, frozen novelties, or frozen yogurt last year. What better
An Airbus A330-323 aircraft, operated by Delta Air Lines. Benoit Tessier | Reuters Delta Air Lines is the country’s most profitable airline. CEO Ed Bastian’s challenge is to make sure his carrier stays on top. The airline’s unit revenue, the amount it brings in for every seat it flies one mile, outpaced its competitors’ last
If you’ve ever visited New Jersey, there’s a pretty strong chance you’ve had breakfast, lunch, dinner or 2am munchies at a diner. You can truly see all walks of life here, from teens gabbing over late-night milkshakes and fries to octogenarian friends having the same matzoh ball soup they’ve been ordering weekly for 30 years.
Glodow Nead Communications “Chiang Mai” means New City in Thai. The name’s origin, however, dates to the late 13th century, when Chiang Mai replaced Chiang Rai as the nation’s capital. The second largest city in Thailand, it is home to 1.2 million people. Situated 435 miles (an hour flight) north of Bangkok, it could not
The global coffee phenomenon that is % Arabica has just opened its first store in Mexico, the 25th country in which the Japanese company has a footprint. Specializing in premium varieties of coffee, % Arabica is renowned for serving the world’s finest coffee beans, and making perfect, yet simple, barista brews while sourcing largely from
Spanning across vast stretches of southern Argentina and Chile, Patagonia’s landscapes are famed for both their beauty and remoteness. Given many of its most scenic sites are well off the beaten track, a road trip is a great way to explore the region and choose how your trip proceeds. The main roads between towns are
Love blueberries? Sharing your enthusiasm for the summer fruit may earn you a nice bonus thanks to a new online sweepstakes. July is National Blueberry Month and the US Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC), a group that researches and promotes blueberry consumption, is celebrating appropriately, with two contests to engage and delight blueberry fans. To indulge
Many consider the Linha do Douro, the train line that follows the valley, one of the most beautiful train rides in Europe. The quaint Linha do Douro line in northern Portugal weaves through a river valley lined with vineyards. There isn’t much in the tiny town of Pocinho. But in the case of northern Portugal’s Linha
Vienna, Austria is the wrold’s most “liveable” city, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit’s 2024 Global Liveability Index. Alexander Spatari | Moment | Getty Images For the third year in a row, Vienna, the capital of Austria, is the world’s most livable city, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit. The annual report aims to show
Some of the largest and most unspoiled tracts of wilderness on Earth, Patagonia’s temperate rainforests, towering mountain ranges, grasslands, fjords, lakes and rivers are home to more than 500 wildlife species, making it one of the most diverse and fauna-rich regions in South America. Birdwatchers, wildlife photographers and wildlife lovers alike come to this vast natural
Photo courtesy of Grecotel Cape Sounio Imagine a weekend escape where the azure waters of the Aegean Sea lap gently against a private beach at the base of an ancient Greek temple. Where ancient history meets modern luxury, and where every moment is designed to rejuvenate your body and soul. Welcome to Grecotel Cape Sounio,
The World Beer Cup is commonly referred to as the “Olympics of Beer Competitions.” Originally conceived in 1996, it is an annual extravaganza organized by the Brewers Association—a trade group comprising over 5,400 beer makers. This spring its expert panel of judges, from 26 different countries, convened in Las Vegas to award bronze, silver and
If you’ve ever dreamed of hiking a volcano, exploring ancient ruins and snorkeling across a coral reef all in one trip, then Central America is the place for you. Its seven countries offer some of the world’s most sought-after destinations. History buffs will have a hard time choosing between Maya ruins and colonial cities. Nature lovers
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