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Nestled in the Northeast, Vermont offers endless opportunities for fun and adventure in all four seasons. While summer can be hot and humid, and winters arctic, Vermont’s stunning natural beauty, active mountain lifestyle, local cuisine, and vibrant arts and music culture ensure there’s always something to explore.
From a star-shaped fort in the middle of the capital city to a remote island inhabited by wild horses, Nova Scotia’s national parks and historic sites include two large national parks, one remote national park reserve, and numerous museums, nature spots, and military reconstructions. They are all operated byParks Canada.
With a prime location between major cities, popular attractions, state parks, and sandy beaches, you couldn’t ask for a better base than San Jose for exploring what the Bay Area has to offer.
Great summer weather, golden sandy beaches, brilliant sunshine, people frolicking under sun umbrellas… Could this be the Caribbean? Nope, it’s Montreal!
Cards on the table: Edinburgh isn’t a cheap place to eat, drink, or live. Second only to London as the most expensive city in the UK, and officially the most expensive place in the country to grab a pint, the Scottish capital is an easy place to bleed contactless payments if you’re not careful.
Dallas may summon the image of glitz, glamor, and big bucks; however, you don’t need to be an oil tycoon to enjoy a vacation there.
A love of nature is deeply ingrained in the Swedish national character, making it unsurprising that the country’s capital ranks near the top among world cities in terms of green space. Covering 40 percent of Stockholm’s area, the city’s public parks and gardens are diverse, ranging from tiny squares to Nationalstadsparken, the world’s first National City Park, established in 1995 and comprising several contiguous natural areas that together cover 27 square kilometers (nearly 10½ square miles).
Iceland’s natural beauty is renowned. At times it seems as if everywhere you look there’s yet another breath-taking mountain vista, wind-whipped beach, or thundering waterfall – the cascading water perfectly framed by rugged cliffs and falling neatly into a turquoise pool below.
Deep in the South Pacific, Fiji is one of those destinations that feels like it’s still a hidden gem. It has much to offer every type of traveler: those looking for an island-hopping adventure, nature-loving families who also appreciate a bit of luxury, and honeymooners seeking a wellness retreat to revive and reconnect. Blessed with stunning scenery, underwater wonderlands, and a culture rich with hospitality, there are countless reasons why Fiji should be your next island getaway.
Whether seen under blankets of snow, patchworks of blazing fall leaves or the exuberant greens of spring and summer, Vermont’s blend of bucolic farmland, mountains, and picturesque small villages makes it one of America’s most appealing states.
Cincinnati has one crown jewel few outside the Queen City know about: the Cincinnati Parks system. The Trust for Public Land regularlyranksCincinnati Parks among the nation’s top 10 park systems for large cities – a title earned through park equity, acreage, investment, and amenities. Here are nine of the best city parks to explore across Cincinnati.
Although Stockholm has a deserved reputation as one of Europe’s pricier capitals, some of your most magical moments in this green, waterside city will be completely free. Boasting abundant forest paths, clifftop views, and lakeside beaches, it’s a dream destination for nature lovers. Many of its world-class museums and galleries have scrapped admission fees in recent years. Plus, there’s plenty of diverse architecture to admire, from glass-fronted eco-friendly apartments to iconic medieval townhouses. Here’s our pick of Stockholm’s top free and cheap experiences.
If you head to Curaçao’s capital, Willemstad, you’ll find a larger-than-life installation spelling out the local expressiondushi, meaning “sweet” or “nice.”
Writer Simon Moya-Smith goes in search of a cold one in sweltering Albuquerque. He also finds a place where stereotypes go to die.
At first glance, it might seem that apart from Brackenridge Park and the Mission Trail, San Antonio is short on places to enjoy the great outdoors. However, the close proximity to Hill Country and the aquatic wonderlands of New Braunfels, Gruene, and San Marcos north on I-35 offer opportunities for swimming and tubing. Upon a closer look, you’ll realize that San Antonio boasts an impressive array of parks and outdoor activities beyond just golf courses and colonial architecture. Here, you can find botanical gardens, hiking trails, paddling put-ins, and a rich Indigenous history, alongside ample cycling opportunities in this vibrant city. Below are some of the best parks in San Antonio:
This week, actor Leonardo DiCaprio announced funding of $43 million towards an ambitious rewilding project in the Galápagos Islands that aims to protect its fragile ecosystem and reintroduce 13 locally extinct species, including the Floreana mockingbird—one of the rarest birds in the world.
Wherever you walk in Dublin, there’s some kind of story to be found. In the city’s sculpted Georgian squares and sprawling green spaces, you’ll learn a lot about its people. Dubliners cherish any excuse to gather outdoors, especially when the sun is shining. Therefore, when you’ve enjoyed the museums, galleries, restaurants, and distilleries, find a park to relax in and watch the stories unfold from the comfort of your picnic blanket.
TheMitsuboshi Kaidouor theThree-Star Roadrefers to the area that connects Matsumoto through to Kanazawa with a string of star-studded attractions, including the incredible Nagano area, creating one of the most interesting routes to travel in Central Honshu.
We’re somewhere on the Hardangervidda plateau, one of the world’s highest railway stretches, and it appears we have stopped. I say this with some uncertainty, as we find ourselves in the midst of a white-out.
Pintxos are extraordinary culinary delights!