Destinations

Finland reserves its true beauty for those who are willing to walk. Strike out on foot into the wilds of its stupendous national parks and you’ll get an inkling of the country’s vast scale, liberating remoteness and mind-cleansing solitude. You’re nearly always in the middle of nowhere – and that’s just fine. The nature-obsessed Finns have

Savoring an aperitif at sundown as the fiery sun sinks into the big blue has been a sacrosanct ritual in seafaring Marseille since time immemorial. But the bar scene has evolved far beyond sailors chugging back bottles of cheap wine portside or Marcel Pagnol film characters chinking Pastis glasses in the 1930s at the Vieux

North Carolina is one of the most geographically diverse states in the country. With three main regions — the Appalachian Mountains, the Piedmont, and the Coastal Plain — the Tarheel State offers a range of activities for anyone looking to visit.  While its largest city, Charlotte, often ranks as one of the fastest growing cities

Intrepid travelers come to Jordan to experience the ancient ruins of Petra, the wide open spaces of Wadi Rum, heart-pumping hikes, Arab hospitality and (of course) the kunafeh. Fortunately, Jordan makes entering a breeze for many visitors, offering a visa on arrival and the possibility of extension (yes, they already know you won’t want to

Sparkling Salt Lake City, with its bluebird skies and powder-dusted mountains, is Utah’s capital city, and yet still manages to emanate a small-town feel. Downtown is easy to get around and fairly quiet come evening. It’s hard to grasp that some 1.2 million people live in the metro area. Two major interstates cross at Salt

Whether you’re a cold-weather camper, a summer backpacking fanatic or a cross-country road tripper, finding the perfect campground can be a challenge, especially when it comes to maximizing your scenery and minimizing the crowds. While it’s easiest to stay in campgrounds that are already well visited, willingness to go off the beaten path goes a long

I’m a travel journalist and I’ve given up flying. It might’ve been the best thing I’ve done – both for myself and the planet. If I knew it was to be my last flight, I would’ve flown somewhere more remote than Mallorca.  Antarctica or Papua New Guinea, maybe: once-in-a-lifetime destinations that require serious effort to

Between Asheville‘s splendid natural setting in the southern Appalachians and its funky, artsy culture rich in both hand-thrown pottery and hand-crafted beers, it’s no wonder that Asheville is visited by eleven million travelers each year. But perched 2134ft up in the Appalachian Mountains, it’s important to find the best time to visit – whether you’re hoping

That enviably long coastline that nips in and out of the Adriatic is one of Croatia’s chief beauties. Add to this more than 1000 islands and you have an extraordinary choice for a beach holiday. You’ll find sweeping stretches of fine pebbles, tiny rocky coves and big sandy expanses to go with grassy riverbanks converted

Hiking in Ireland means gentle hills, rocky ridges, wild moorlands, spectacular sea cliffs, remote islands and unpredictable weather, making it an unforgettable life experience. Here are 12 of the best walks in Ireland to get you planning, plus some top tips on the rules, and what to take.  Scout new ways to explore the planet’s wildest places

You don’t need a big bank account to revel in Chicago’s cultural coolness. Accommodation will cost you, but the oodles of free things to do, discount ticket schemes, and relatively low cost of food and transportation help keep overall expenses in check.  Here are our top tips for stretching your dollars in the Windy City.

Rainbow paint and feather boas at the ready – it’s time for Pride season. Pride celebrations in 2021, will not be at the scale of years prior to 2020, as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is still felt. However, many places around the US where the festivals are big and colorful affairs, are planning

Wilmington is one of the most captivating cities on the North Carolina coast. Though not as well known as Charleston, South Carolina or Savannah, Georgia, Wilmington has a photogenic historic district, a great dining scene and wide-ranging attractions, plus lovely beaches just outside of town. Bursting with southern charm, Wilmington is an easy place to

Traditional bathhouses are an essential part of contemporary Korean culture. Literally “heated rooms,” these jjimjilbang (찜질방) are where locals come to unwind, hang out and engage in a whole host of health and beauty rituals that go far beyond a quick soak. A Korean bathhouse attracts grandmas and young couples alike. It wouldn’t be odd for

Scotland is famous for many things – lochs and glens, moody castles, whisky, and its proud and enigmatic people, to name just a few – but beaches probably aren’t the first thing that leaps to mind. That’s a major oversight. The deeply indented Scottish coastline shelters some of the UK’s most picturesque strips of sand,

From the Art Institute to skyscraper-viewing boat tours, there are plenty of brilliant things to do in Chicago that will leave your purse aching. But there are also many ways to experience the Windy City’s art and architecture, blues and city views without spending anything at all. Keep your budget low with these best things

Sun-soaked Dubrovnik has culture in spades – stupendous medieval walls, beautifully preserved monasteries and palaces, and a whole slew of museums and galleries. However it also has plenty of beaches (most of them quite small) both close to the old town itself and in the surrounding area. Some of these are very well known and

With a pedigree rooted in classical Greece and a fair claim to the mantle of France‘s second city, Marseille is an intense, high-octane place that never stops moving. In the last decade this noisy, once-notoriously unglamorous port has morphed into a quietly cool influencer. With its eclectic choice of museums, churches and coastal parks in

Guatemala is an incredibly diverse country that offers some of the best natural attractions and hiking in the region. Luckily, it’s also a place where your money can go far, which is part of the reason why this lush, volcano-laden paradise is so popular on the backpacker trail. Hostels are royalty in Guatemala, and you

Adventure awaits the LGBTIQ+ traveler in South America in 2022: head south for a range of beautiful natural sceneries, astonishing world wonders and some of the liveliest parties in the world. While most countries in South America are largely Catholic and retain a very conservative outlook, many of these destinations are evolving to embrace their