Most beaches in Aruba are the very definition of paradise: palm trees, soft white sand and turquoise waters. But there are also some others that are exciting for water sports enthusiasts, perfect for families, great for marine life, and those that are far from a typical beach. So get ready to discover the best beaches …
August 2023
The 7 best hikes in Morocco for wildlife, Roman ruins and mountain summits
Morocco is home to some of the world’s most striking mountain landscapes. Ramble through fragrant forests of cedar trees and walk along verdant valleys where time has stood still. More adventurous hikers scale North Africa’s tallest peak or head off on demanding multi-day treks across rugged massifs. With peaks and valleys to suit all abilities, …
20 free things to do in Indianapolis: art, parks, monuments and military history
If Indianapolis brings to mind costly tickets for the Indy 500 or a Colts game at Lucas Oil Stadium, you’re not alone. But this city also anchors Indiana, a state known for its affordable cost of living. With dozens of public green spaces, an award-winning children’s museum offering free and discounted days and inexpensive restaurants …
Which of the Canary Islands is best for you?
Isabella is one of the writers on the brand new Canary Islands guidebook. Here she helps you decide which of the island is right for your perfect holiday. Spain’s far-flung Canary Islands are deservedly one of Europe’s most popular travel destinations, but there’s much more to them than the famous “winter-sun” tagline suggests.Eight wonderfully varied …
7 incredible remote ski resorts in Europe
Europe is not just home to headlining-grabbing ski playgrounds such as Chamonix-Mont-Blanc – it’s also home to off-the-radar areas such as Spain’s remote Val d’Aran, a high-altitude skiers’ paradise famous for its steep valleys and jagged couloirs, and France’s often-overlooked Pyrenees region, where ski trails weave between ancient farming villages. As a former snowboard instructor …
5 unforgettable hikes in Italy’s Dolomites
Soaring over the provinces of Trentino and Alto Adige in northern Italy, the Dolomites are the Alps in overdrive. These mountains don’t just deliver height (though the mightiest peak, glacier-capped Marmolada, does top out at 3343m / 10,968ft). They’re about drama. These Dolomites whoosh up like natural fortifications – sheer, big-shouldered and rugged – above …
The 8 best day trips from Las Vegas
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, so they say, but there’s no need to stay inside the city limits on a trip to the casino city. Beyond the crowds and bright lights of Las Vegas lies the uplifting emptiness of the Mojave Desert – the gateway to some of Nevada’s most dynamic landscapes. People …
What to do in Toledo, Ohio’s underdog city
Once seen as a post-industrial city on the decline, Toledo, Ohio has recently undergone a metamorphosis, transforming into one of the most dynamic places in the Midwest. Perhaps best known for its long history of glass production, Glass City is just one of Toledo’s nicknames. Also dubbed Frogtown due to the massive wetland known as …