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Crete’s evocative towns and cities, myriad beaches, and geological wonders are all free to explore. Some of the most important historic sites and museums charge a pittance for admission, and many of the treasure-filled churches are free to visit.
There are more than 300 parks and gardens across the state of Lagos, and the city continues to get greener.
Expansive beaches, chic hotels, and moodyPoldarkfilming locations – it seems picturesque Cornwall is rarely off British TV screens. However, while the county is full of sandy beaches and quaint pubs, there’s a much richer narrative to explore.
The varied nature of Vancouver is what makes it so appealing — this coastal city is perfectly suited for people who like a little bit of everything, with culinary and cultural offerings that are as diverse as the neighborhoods that give the city its charm.
A city of medieval lanes, hilltop neighborhoods, and wine lodges along the Douro, Porto isn’t well known for its beaches. However, if you zoom out from the historic center, you’ll find craggy wave-kissed shores, dramatic coastal promenades, and wide expanses of inviting golden sands.
Once known for its wild all-night parties, Tenerife now enthralls with even wilder landscapes – and a million and one ways to embrace them.
Nothing compares to the thrill of taking the plunge in the great outdoors. Whether you’re a cold water enthusiast or just looking to dip your toe into this invigorating wellness activity, these wild swimming spots in Europe illustrate that the best things in life are free.
Reykjavík has a population of just 130,000 people, yet the Icelandic capital spans an area double the size of Paris. Locals primarily use automobiles, often getting stuck in traffic for hours. However, habits are changing. Walking, cycling, and using the bus have never been easier. Here’s a guide to the best ways to get around Reykjavík.
From golden Cornish sands to rugged Scottish strands, visitors to the UK will never be short of epic coastlines to explore. Although the UK’s beaches may not bask in as much sun as their Mediterranean counterparts, they are rich in character, charm, and the occasional surprise.
On her 30th birthday, one writer decides to turn the tables on Mom – with a trekking trip in the Andes.
With just a few hundred pounds in her bank account, Rachel Horne decided to leave her job in palliative and dementia care in 2019 and travel full-time. She began her journey in Scotland and ventured through the entire North Coast 500 route, including the Outer Hebrides and multiple lesser-known islands—all on a budget of merely £3 a day. Despite rising costs due to inflation, Horne discovered several strategies to maintain minimal expenses while keeping her spirits high.
Downtown Charleston, South Carolina, is compact and pedestrian-friendly. You won’t need a car if you’re planning a short weekend trip and aren’t leaving the core, which is packed with restaurants, shops, and historic sites.
From the bird-filled wetlands and the planet’s tallest mountain to glorious high-altitude lakes and lowland forests that teem with wildlife, Nepal encompasses an incredible range of landscapes.
Australia’s third-largest city makes its own waves. In exciting Brisbane, you’ll find Australia’s largest public gallery of contemporary art, some of its most inspired chefs and musicians, and spectacular cycling trails right in the heart of the city.
Choosing to hike and walk during your global travels allows you to experience the world through a unique lens. You will connect with local communities, learn about diverse cultures from the ground level, and maintain physical fitness while enjoying the great outdoors.
Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder is famously known as a destination for nature lovers looking to hike, bike, climb, and ski in the nearby mountains. Despite its well-earned reputation as a hub for outdoor adventures, Boulder also offers a lively downtown center featuring exceptional shopping and dining options, a famed microbrewery scene, along with several popular galleries, museums, and theaters to appreciate local arts and culture.
Mount Everest stands as the pinnacle of adventure tourism. For the Sherpa people of Khumbu, it also represents both a livelihood and a source of immense hardship.
For centuries, Puerto Ricans have been marching to the beat of their own drum. From busy markets to schoolyards, restaurants,colmados(grocery stores), funerals, and bass-bumping cars passing by, there isn’t a moment in Puerto Rico that isn’t punctuated by a musical melange.
Free from mass tourism and blessed with blustery stretches of salt-sprayed beaches and dramatic, otherworldly landscapes, Iceland’s Westfjords are an untouched wonderland where nature reigns supreme.
A seldom-visited corner of Belize offers writer Alex Schechter a fresh perspective on his battle with cancer.