When we say that Malta is jam-packed full of culture, food and nature, we’re not exaggerating. After all, even though the 27km(17-mile)-long island is the tenth smallest country in the world, it’s the fifth-most densely populated. Which means that whether you’re a solo traveler, retired explorer or large family on vacation, you don’t have to …
July 2023
Goa vs Kerala: which coastal Indian state should travelers pick?
Planning a tropical winter holiday? Read on as two writers make the case for their preferred southern Indian state. As you head toward India’s southern tip, temperatures rise, beaches unfold, food gets ever spicier – and a decision about just where you should settle in and slow down beckons. You could do worse than an …
Here’s what you can’t miss in Bar Harbor: our guide to the Maine attractions
Wrapping around the shoreline of Frenchman Bay on Maine’s Mt. Desert Island, Bar Harbor is not just the gateway to Acadia National Park but a center of food, culture, art and activity. With more than 3.5 million yearly visitors to the park, Bar Harbor is always hopping. If you only have a few days to …
The best time to visit Dallas: a seasonal guide
With four seasons, a long multi-cultural history, and a sprawling metroplex, there’s a lot to see and do in Dallas year round. But when you go can depend on how much you want to spend, what festivals you’re hoping to experience, and the degree of tolerance you have for the high heat and humidity that …
How to explore the Canary Islands on a budget
Isabella is one of the writers on the new Canary Islands guidebook, spending weeks researching Tenerife and Lanzarote. Here she shares her top tips on stretching your budget on your next sun trip. Unlike Spain’s famously glamorous Balearic Islands, the Canaries are widely considered a good-value destination, with a raft of sensibly priced accommodation, dining …
18 top free things to do in Aspen
Aspen is best known as a luxury travel destination for the rich and famous – celebrities, politicians, business tycoons and other A-listers vacation here year-round. But if you think this mountain town is all about steep ski prices and posh pursuits, you’d be wrong. It packs a punch with budget-conscious activities too, whether its outdoor …
22 of the best places to visit in Asia
Travel across Asia and you’ll have a lifetime of stories to share, from its sun-dappled beach towns to towering Himalayas, expanse deserts, historic old towns and futuristic cities. Asia is massive. It covers nearly a third of the Earth’s land, and more than half of the world’s population resides across the continent. Its strength lies in …