Destinations

The attractions of Jamaica are easy to sell to travelers. Crystal blue waters, soft sand and a little reggae to go with your rum cocktail as the sun dips on another perfect Caribbean day. However, venture beyond the beaches and lush banana groves and you’ll discover a side of the country that most visitors don’t see

With everything Seattle has to offer, it can be hard to imagine wanting to get out of the city for even just an hour or two. But it would be a shame to spend a sunny day in museums and craft breweries when there’s such gorgeous scenery to enjoy beyond the city limits.  Whether you

Guadalajara is one of Mexico’s shining stars: an elegant city founded in the mid-1500s with grand plazas and historic sites, world class museums and a culinary scene that includes everything from gourmet restaurants to taco stands. The city has grown exponentially over the past couple decades but it remains a relatively affordable place to visit.

From gorgeous cities swaying to the beat of tropical rhythms to unspoiled, lush forests, Cuba delights travelers with a wide variety of contrasting places. Travelers will find eclectic architecture, white-sand beaches and prime wildlife-watching spots across the country. Here are 10 places worth adding to your Cuba itinerary to truly experience the Caribbean’s biggest and most

I was born and bred in Copenhagen, and have lived here for most of my life (apart from some years spent in Berlin and New York City). This is my home and I could navigate the city with my eyes closed. Living abroad allowed me to reflect on Danish culture and what makes Copenhagen unique.

Whether you’re keen to spot the mysterious spirit bear or listen to the songs of beluga whales, Canada’s varied terrain offers dozens of wildlife adventures that are bound to leave you in awe.  Canada’s sprawling forests, arctic tundras and desert landscapes provide ample opportunity to spot furry critters in the wild. So grab your camera

You’re headed out to see the best of the US and your dog is coming along with you.  In celebration of International Dog Day on August 26, 2022, we’ve compiled a list of US destinations where your pooch is always welcome.  These are the top 17 destinations as told to us by local experts with

After two years of canceled festivals, Oktoberfest returns September 17 – October 3, 2022 for what promises to be the largest, most-joyous celebration in its history. Every year, more than seven million thirsty visitors descend on the German city of Munich for a two-and-a-half week celebration featuring parades, fair rides, traditional food and music, and of

With more than 80 stunning beaches spread around its tropical shoreline, Barbados has sand to spare. On this small but perfectly formed tropical island in the Eastern Caribbean, you’re never far from an idyllic stretch of beach. Best of all, under local laws, Barbados’ beaches are open to all, whether you’re staying in a five-star

Everyone starts off a trip to the gorgeous Caribbean island of Barbados on the beach, but when you need a change from the sand, the rest of the island awaits. Scenic highways meander beside brilliant turquoise waters and backcountry routes criss-cross the rural interior, making Barbados a pleasure to explore by road. Drifting around the island

We boarded our scalloping boats at 9am. The temperature already had crossed into the 80s and the summer humidity floated at a muggy 85 percent. Less than an hour later, I was engulfed in a hide-n-seek hunt with Florida’s small and stealthy bay scallops. Ever since commercial scalloping was banned in Florida in the 90s,

Thanks to its cosmopolitan nature and outstanding learning institutions, such as Harvard and MIT, Boston has long been a hub for progressive thinkers and the LGBTIQ+ community. In fact, Massachusetts was the first US state to legalize gay marriage back in 2004. To this day, Boston remains one of America’s most LGBTIQ+ friendly cities and has a

As one of the world’s favorite budget travel playgrounds, Bangkok has freebies galore. From golden temples, captivating monasteries and vast open-air markets to meditation sessions, puppet shows and people-watching on the most famous backpacker strip in the world, the Thai capital can keep you entertained for months, even on the tightest of budgets. Some of

From the most leisurely of oceanside strolls to vigorous treks through the Blue Ridge Mountains, an entire spectrum of hikes awaits in the Palmetto State.  Its northern neighbor may receive plenty of well-deserved love from the outdoor enthusiast crowd, but South Carolina – home to 47 state parks, seven national parks and geographic wonders in between

Aruba is a playground for adventurous travelers thanks to a perfect combination of climate and culture that keeps this desert island feeling fresh and exciting – even for seasoned travelers to the Caribbean. Sure, you can bask on blissful beaches and swim in crystal-clear waters, but you can also explore rocky desert landscapes and mangroves,

With rugged trails and blazingly colorful neotropical life, Panama’s national parks are some of the best in the world. Its highlands are steeped in rambling coffee fincas, thunderous rivers and waterfalls. Its coastline boasts kaleidoscopic coral reefs and epic swells that have drawn daring wave-seekers since the 1970s.  And if all that sounds exhausting, there are

You don’t have to travel far to find water in New York City, whose five boroughs are ringed by an astonishing 520 miles of coastline. A famously maritime city populated by immigrants who sailed in through its iconic harbor, New York is itself a series of islands, with only one of its five boroughs actually

When you think of luxury safaris, Australia may not immediately spring to mind. But with vast landscapes, incredible wildlife and accommodation spots so remote you can only access them by plane, Australia has a host of once-in-a-lifetime wilderness experiences you need to experience when you head Down Under. Here’s our pick of the best. Scout

With great food and nightlife, an emerging arts scene, world-class sports facilities and big-name music events such as South by Southwest and Austin City Limits, Austin is fast becoming one of the most popular destinations in the United States.  Even better, you don’t need a supersized budget to get the best out of this big

Guadalajara, Mexico’s second largest city and the capital of the state of Jalisco, is blessed with sunny skies and spring-like weather year-round. This means there is no bad time to visit, but if you particularly like dry weather and a busy cultural program, you’ll want to head there in fall. Listen out for mariachi, drink