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Green spaces are at a premium amidst Istanbul’s dense urban sprawl, but the city does have some lovely spots to take a breather, ranging from leafy historic parks to waterfront promenades with dramatic views. When the weather is fair, you’ll find many of them bustling with local residents seeking a respite from the concrete jungle.
To understand Barrio Logan, San Diego’s oldest Mexican-American neighborhood, it’s essential to know Chicano Park.
Nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina, Asheville is in the fortunate position of being within a two-hour drive of some of the most breathtaking scenery in the eastern United States.
Sicily’s most inspiring natural beauty spots are protected by numerous parks and reserves that dot the island. Walking trails abound in the parks, offering access to isolated beaches, pristine forests, and active volcanoes.
A pillar of New York City travel has undergone a splendid transformation. What was the Le Parker Meridien hotel for nearly 40 years is now the sophisticatedThompson Central Park. Although the extensive renovations have rendered the hotel nearly unrecognizable, one essential element has been preserved.
Nashville is known as Music City, but the truth is that the city is home to all sorts of artists. There’s no better way to get up close and personal with the artists of Nashville than the beautiful murals that can be found all across the city. Music City is home to dozens of murals featuring everything from Dolly Parton to dragons. Here’s where to find our favorites!
Most people visit Mykonos at the peak of summer, and in July and August every taverna and club is open and filled with raucous, partying crowds. However, many visitors prefer the months before and after high season, when most everything is open but less overheated – whether it’s the weather or the dance floors.
After spending a couple of days at The Blue Lagoon in Iceland, we relocated to Reykjavik, where we had the convenience of a vehicle for easy navigation. On this day, our objective was to explore as many striking Icelandic attractions as possible.
Maui is a breathtaking island in Hawaii that promises an array of activities for visitors. With a variety of hiking trails, scenic drives, stunning beaches, and exceptional cuisine, this destination can cater to your personal travel tempo.
Many travelers consider driving along Historic Route 66 in Arizona the ultimate road trip in the state. Some even make Route 66 itself the destination. Long stretches of open road, old diners, vintage motels, and retro filling stations dotted along the Arizona portion of the Route show off why it is considered the country’s most iconic road trip.
Alaska ain’t cheap, as any “sourdough” (old-timer) will tell you. The cost of flying and shipping everything to such an isolated region is invariably passed on to the consumer. However, if you’re willing to forsake flightseeing for hiking and national museums for national parks, you’re halfway to experiencing the US’s largest state on a shoestring.
In a land of crooked old houses and winsome waterways, Rotterdam stands as an anomaly; its audacious architecture and shapeshifting skyline are in stark contrast to the traditional low-rise profile of other Dutch cities.
Take in the fresh air and beautiful views with a mountain backdrop as you explore Colorado Springs’ city parks. There are a number of diverse terrains to explore—from hiking along unique rock formations to enjoying a peaceful moment at a grassy neighborhood park. Once you get acclimated to the 6,000+ feet altitude, you’ll be surprised how much ground you can cover.
It may be the yachting capital of the world, but you don’t need nautical stripes – or a summer cottage – to enjoy the seaside retreat of Newport, Rhode Island. With its fresh briny air, expansive sea views, and stunning bays, it’s obvious why city folk continue to follow in the footsteps of the American industrialists here. Enjoy a taste of the good life in just a few days on a visit to this historic Southern New England town.
With all of Charleston’s genteel charm, carefully maintained architecture, shopping, and wining and dining, it’s easy to forget the areas that nature offers those visiting this South Carolina city. The Charleston peninsula contains several large parks with grand water features, rich plant life, and statues. However, there are just as many small gems that serve as a welcome respite from the downtown hustle.
From the iconic attractions of Uluru and Kata Tjuta in the Red Centre to the undeniable wild side of the tropical Top End, there is plenty to see and do in Australia’s Northern Territory. However, alongside the headline experiences are some surprising stories and unexpected gems.
New Zealand offers boundless opportunities to scramble up scree, spot wildlife in the wild, and get lost in stunning outdoors that truly deserves the epithet “great.”
Each year nearly three million people visit Glacier National Park in Montana to enjoy some of its 740 miles of hiking trails. Most visitors keep within the trails of Going-to-the-Sun Road, but some venture further into the wild, traipsing through alpine meadows, dense woodland, and backcountry roads. Glacier offers a range of trails suitable for all ages and experience levels, starting with easy day hikes and stretching to more strenuous multi-day excursions that challenge experienced hikers.
Nestled against a bank of low mountains at the confluence of two rivers, the unique geography of Portland, Oregon divides the city into a patchwork of neighborhoods. Each has its own unique flavor, whether you’re looking at the unexpected street layouts of Ladd’s Addition, the Black history of Albina, the art galleries and headshops of the Alberta District, or the fabulous architecture of Laurelhurst.
It’s no wonder that Salt Lake City has exploded in popularity in recent years – it’s nearly as synonymous with outdoor recreation as it is with the Mormon faith. With its close proximity to unique sodium chloride formations to the east, the Wasatch Mountains to the west, and countless hiking, biking, skiing, and spelunking opportunities within a two-hour drive, the SLC metro is growing rapidly.