At the foot of the Rocky Mountains in eastern Colorado, beautiful Colorado Springs retains many of its small-town charms. Natural attractions in the shape of dramatic Pikes Peak and the vertical sandstone towers of the Garden of the Gods are the main draw here – yet Colorado Springs’ charming neighborhoods make it feel like the cozy mountain outpost …
The tourism industry as we know it only arrived in Mexico a century or so ago. Yet some of the country’s most popular draws for contemporary travelers have been hundreds of thousands of years in the making. Cenotes take shape over thousands of years as rainwater seeps into the bedrock below the surface. As it …
What’s perhaps the strangest thing about the Yucatán Peninsula? That this rain-rich, jungle-clad region of Mexico features a complete lack of rivers. Rather than pooling in streams, the water that falls here seeps through the peninsula’s base of permeable limestone. The result is an underworld of interconnected subterranean rivers and semi-submerged caverns – a unique geographical …
Jackson Hole can be pricey, it is known as a celebrity hangout after all. But, you don’t need to have a Hollywood bank account to have a memorable visit. This Wyoming mountain town has a surprising number of budget-friendly lodging options and cheap things to do—especially if you enjoy outdoor adventures. It’s also a highly …
Often called one of the most underrated cities in the Midwest, Milwaukee is full of farmers markets, festivals, beer gardens and more than 150 spacious parks. The best part? Many of these activities are free to experience. Here’s our guide to the best free things to do in Milwaukee. 1. Milwaukee Public Market Located in …
Roughly half of the country’s international tourists land in Bali, but Indonesia is so much more than one enticing island. One day, you can be strolling beneath the glistening skyscrapers of a modern city; the next, climbing the freezing-cold summit of a puffing volcano or beating through tropical rainforests in search of orangutans or tigers. You can start …
Mural-filled monasteries, snow-crowned peaks, ancient fortresses and tranquil Buddhist villages edged by chili farms – the stunning beauty of Bhutan is visible around every turn of its hairpin roads. As part of the country’s “high value, low volume” tourism model, there’s a fixed daily tourist fee of US$100, but the rewards speak for themselves. Internationally …
The fallen city of Carthage, now lying part-excavated among the exclusive whitewashed villas in one of Tunis’ swankiest suburbs, is legendary. Located on the coast of North Africa, well-connected Carthage was once a cosmopolitan trading hub, a key Mediterranean maritime power and one of the wealthiest cities in the ancient world, inspiring poetry, mythology and …
A surge in Formula 1’s popularity means that a glimpse into the high-octane world of the sport has become increasingly appealing in recent years. Long-time race attendee Nicky Haldenby helps fans plan their Grand Prix weekends at a leading F1 travel website. Here, he gives you the inside track on planning a trip to a …
The memory of your first sea turtle sighting never fades. Whether it’s a turtle swimming gracefully or hatchlings scurrying toward the sea, these moments linger for a lifetime. Wherever your travels take you, you’ll come across unique species in stunning environments, each moment showing you just how rich the ocean truly is. But the sense …