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With five national parks, more than two dozen national landmarks, and award-winning skiing, Utah is one of the most beloved adventure states in America. With four distinct seasons, your mileage will vary depending on the timing of your visit. Whether hiking, off-roading, or playing in its snow or desert waters, we can help you choose the best time for your trip.
It’s not easy picking England’s most beautiful castles. This is, after all, a country with around 800 such buildings, and beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Luckily, virtually all 800 have plenty of appeal, but here are the best eight that really put on a show for visitors.
The stakes are high when it comes to mapping out the best lakes in Minnesota, a state officially dubbed the Land of 10,000 Lakes. Passion for these beautiful water bodies runs high among locals. Quiet swimming spots hours from civilization, along with highly social lakeside hangs in the city, create a broad range of experiences across the entire state.
One of the most biodiverse states in the country, Florida is home to 663 beaches spread across more than 1300 miles of coastline. Millions of acres of public land conserve prairies, wetlands, coral reefs, mangrove forests, and river bluffs. With its incredible natural beauty and cooperative weather, it’s no surprise that the Sunshine State is an outdoorsy favorite, and camping is a perfect way to get in touch with its wild side. From the panhandle to the southernmost point, here are the best campgrounds in Florida.
Half a century ago, India was home to just five national parks. Today, there are over 100! From the majestic Himalayas and the vast plains of Central India to the Western Ghats and the largest mangrove forests in the east, these wildlife reserves have been established to protect the country’s incredible biodiversity, including many endemic and endangered species.
As a state that receives nearly 40 inches (102 cm) of rain per year, much is made about Oregon’s famous lakes and rivers. However, tucked away in the south, some 90 minutes north of the border with California, one body of water rules them all—Crater Lake. This caldera on Mt. Mazama is the deepest lake in the US and lends its name to the state’s only national park.
When it comes to striking architecture, Sydney is perhaps best known for its iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge. However, a new and exciting architectural highlight will soon open its doors in December—the Sydney Modern Project.
As if San Francisco doesn’t already have enough to showcase, especially regarding views, a new national park destination opening on July 17 promises some of the most amazing sights to behold.
Sri Lanka is one of the up-and-coming surf gems of South Asia. Featuring everything from crumbly beginner breaks to rippable points, this stunning island is perfect for surf enthusiasts. Savor delicious eggplant curries and explore mist-shrouded tea fields after an exhilarating day in the water.
Scattered along the western edge of the Everglades National Park, you’ll find the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, a labyrinth of land and channels harboring a surreal amount of plant and animal life. While there aren’t quite 10,000 islands here, it is one of the biggest mangrove systems on the planet, making it an international treasure.
Few cities rival Paris or Rome’s enormous artistic heritage, making a showdown between these cultural heavyweights all the more thrilling.
El Pasoans do not have to travel far to get to the great outdoors; their city is filled with parks that provide ample opportunities to soak up the warm weather while enjoying nature.
As an artist and photographer, I have always been drawn to historical and cultural places and their significance. In today’s world, amidst political turmoil, ignorance, and the looming threat of climate change, UNESCO World Heritage Sites play a vital role in identifying and preserving the natural and cultural heritage that has shaped the development of humankind.
It’s no secret that Austin is known as the most outdoorsy city in Texas. The city teems with green spaces as well as lakes, reservoirs, and rivers, making it very popular for boating in general – and kayaking in particular.
Uncovering the sights and sounds of a city needn’t be expensive. Despite its popularity and development, visitors will find numerous free and cheap activities in Manchester.
Denmark’s newest museum invites you into a world of dreamlike design, where the fairytales of world-famous Danish author Hans Christian Andersen come to life in various fantastical forms.
With stunning chalk cliffs, ancient woodland, misty moorland, glorious lakes, and rolling green fields, England has a lot of scenery to offer, with plenty of space to clear our minds, breathe, and reconnect. Some of the best countryside falls into designated national parks that are packed with opportunities to climb, hike, ride, and bike.
History is made as a Renaissance-era landmark in Venice is now open to the public for the first time. Visitors to Venice will be able to explore the Procuratie Vecchie, which opened on April 13 following a significant five-year renovation project.
The building stretches the entire length of the north side of Piazza San Marco, also known as St Mark’s Square, and is arguably one of the most photographed buildings in Venice.
While the second and parts of the third floor are occupied by an Italian insurance company and the NGO, Human Safety Net, the top floor is now accessible to the public. This area features a permanent exhibition space, designed by Milan-based David Chipperfield Architects, which revitalizes the iconic structure.
Moreover, the renovation has introduced new spaces and opened passageways, making them enjoyable for public visits.
In the past half-century, few artists have captured the public imagination quite like Jean-Michel Basquiat. Now, the exceptional artist has inspired a one-of-a-kind exhibition in New York City.
Australia is nothing short of legendary on the global surf scene with the Pacific roaring in on one side and the bath-warm Indian Ocean caressing the other.