Vail’s world-class skiing and snowboarding terrain draws visitors from around the world, it’s true. Yet there’s much more to this Colorado mountain town than snow sports. Whether you crave a bold outdoor adventure in the Rockies or favor an afternoon of posh pampering, the Vail Valley offers vacationers a wide range of recreation options. From …
Black women travelers can face extra challenges when traveling, particularly when traveling solo. Here are the destinations writer Stephanie Yeboah and her social media followers have selected for giving the best experiences for solo Black women travelers. A few years ago, while considering options for the perfect destination for my annual birthday holiday, I decided …
You know it’s winter in North America when ads promoting the Caribbean, Mexico and Hawaii are absolutely dominating every inch of media you consume. The message: winter is coming; board the nearest plane headed for sun and sand. But, before you book that flight, consider this counterpoint: those balmy destinations are great year-round. The places …
You probably already know that Bora Bora’s lagoon is outrageously picturesque, revealing shades of blue you didn’t even know existed. And you’ll be pleased to learn that this stunning island in French Polynesia has beautiful beaches to match, fringed by a curtain of swishing palms. You’ll find little slices of sandy heaven – almost always …
At every majestic red, brown and pink turn, Grand Canyon National Park wows, with nature’s utmost beauty on full display. The Grand Canyon is a global destination that offers more than 1.2 million acres of rocky, woodsy and riverine landscapes. It’s a paradise that appeals to travelers in search of many sorts of excursions, from …
There are few places in the world that can match the beauty of Ireland’s islands. Even on wet, misty days, the islands are compelling. Their rugged features become more dramatic. They inspire stories – and adventures. Hundreds of islands dot the coastline of Ireland, each offering something special. From wild tales of pirate queens and …
Winter is a marvelous time to travel in the USA. Across the country, ski slopes open, cabin fireplaces roar into life, twinkly holiday lights go up and storybook vibes abound. Few places in the world do “winter wonder” quite like the United States! While a handful of places get most of the press – Telluride, …
With its awe-inspiring art, architecture and culinary delights, Italy has been a star of the world stage for millennia. The epicenter of the Roman Empire and the birthplace of the Renaissance, this European virtuoso practically groans under the weight of its cultural cachet. The challenge for any visit to Italy is not so much where …
Africa offers experiences found nowhere else on Earth. Each year, the Great Migration sees millions of mammals traverse Tanzania and Kenya in one of nature’s greatest spectacles, and you can witness it up close on a safari tour. But the continent extends far beyond its wildlife. Sail the Nile on elegant cruise ships, explore South …
Electric-green palms stretching above glinting backwaters that empty into rippling lakes. Honey-colored beaches washed by the tropical surf dotted along an almost 600km(370-mile)-long coastline. Fragrant coconut-laced stews mopped up with fluffy appam (rice-flour pancakes). This is just a taste of what awaits discovery on a trip around India’s magical, laid-back southwesternmost state. Kerala is defined …