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Visitors to Scotland will usually land in either Glasgow or Edinburgh. However, just south of these iconic cities lies a region rich in landscapes, castles, forests, and experiences that rival the more famous northern areas.
As the birthplace of modern Western civilization, sprawling Athens has enough neoclassical buildings to keep you busy for a week. Go beyond the Parthenon, though, and you’ll discover a more youthful side to the city with new art galleries, languid cafe culture, and outdoor cinemas. The Athens of today offers way more than relics of antiquity and quick routes to the Greek Islands — though we wouldn’t cross those off the to-do list just yet.
Kyoto has a reputation as an expensive city to visit, but it’s much more affordable than you might realize. In addition to high-endkaisekirestaurants and luxury ryokan hotels, Kyoto offers numerous options for accommodations, dining, and exploration that won’t break the bank – you just need to know where to look.
With world-renowned beaches, mesmerizing bioluminescent bays, and tropical rainforests, it’s no wonder Puerto Rico is growing in popularity among travelers.
Portugal is an ideal destination for a scenic road trip. The roads are generally in good shape, and the nation’s relatively small size allows you to see a diverse array of attractions, even if you have only a few days to spare. With an Iberian soundtrack, you’re all set to hit the open road in Portugal.
Southern Europe doesn’t end in Italy. All you need to do is hop a little further east, across the Adriatic Sea, and a treasure trove of hidden gems await in the Balkans. This trip allows you to discover the region’s finest riches across 11 culturally rich days in five distinctly unique nations. We start in Albania, with a spot of history in Tirana and natural beauty on Lake Ohrid. Then it’s over to North Macedonia for an epic boat trip down the fjord-like Matka Canyon. Get cultural in Skopje and meet Europe’s youngest country, Kosovo, in the city of Prizren. We’ll dip back into Albania to go hiking in the Albanian Alps, before reaching Lake Skadar and entering Montenegro. Marvel at the coastal, old world charm of Budva and Kotor, before we wrap up our adventure in Croatia, with an exploration of Dubrovnik’s iconic medieval streets.
Summer trips through the USA’s national parks are a rite of passage. However, many are at their best during the vibrant fall months.
North Carolina’s third-largest city may not have much name recognition, but it has a surprising array of attractions. Wildlife-filled parks, cutting-edge street art, and historic sites that played a pivotal role during the fight for Civil Rights are all part of Greensboro’s diverse backdrop.
If you have a taste for adventure, there are plenty of pulse-quickening ways to explore nearly every country. Whether hiking, climbing, cycling, surfing, or canoeing, the hardest part is often deciding where to go.
Cuba has a wide array of accommodation options, ranging from Havana’s emblematic Hotel Nacional, where notable figures such as Winston Churchill and Frank Sinatra once filled the halls with cigar smoke, to humble homestays in bucolic Las Tunas. Your biggest decision will be whether to opt for a privately-runcasa particular(private homestay) or a state-owned hotel.
The fight for Civil Rights in the US was not a single narrative but a series of episodes, many of which are unfolding to this day. The locations of some of its most important battles, from the beautiful marches in Selma, Alabama, to the harsh confrontations with law enforcement, are deeply ingrained in Southern history.
Tokyo is justifiably proud of its world-class public transportation system. However, this amazing city also rewards slowing down and exploring its highlights on foot.
Even by the pearl-studded standards of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is a jewel. Visitors flock here for the rich and diverse culture, stunning beaches, and astoundingly varied wildlife. Elephants, monkeys, leopards, and sloth bears are the stars of the show on land, while whales and dolphins vie for attention off-shore. However, Sri Lanka’s record on animal welfare is not so rosy, especially regarding elephants, which are often subjected to cruelty or kept in poor conditions.
With a seemingly endless street food scene and some of the nation’s most acclaimed haute-cuisine, Mexico City spoils visitors of all tastes and budgets. Add in a widely diverse menu of Mexican regional fare, from Oaxacanmoleto authentic Hidalgo-stylebarbacoa, and you have one sweet foodie destination.Buen provecho!
Situated in the southeastern corner of Europe, on the shores of the Black Sea, Romania has so far largely missed out on the global tourism boom. Tenuous associations with Bram Stoker’s fictional Dracula have long lured travelers to Transylvania, but much of the rest of the country, with its beautiful mountains and river valleys, rustic villages, and vibrant cities, has only recently begun to attract visitors. Before word gets out, here are seven exciting experiences awaiting you in Romania.
Extending across the northernmost tip of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, the Riviera Maya is an 83-mile sweep of coastline running from the south of Cancún all the way to the Belize border. This tourist corridor is a magnet for sun-seeking travelers with its powder-puff white sand beaches, legendary ruins, and the world’s second-largest coral reef. Moreover, the Riviera Maya is a year-round destination; however, the best time to visit is between February and June when temperatures are mild, and crowds thin out.
Hiking in Malaysia is the perfect way to escape the bustling cities and immerse yourself in Southeast Asia’s oldest tropical rainforest. Malaysia’s unique sea-meets-jungle terrain is best enjoyed from the peaks of its forested mountains.
It’s no mystery why Slovenia has become one of the top destinations in Europe for independent travelers. Within its compact geographical area, visitors can soak up the sun on Adriatic beaches, hike in the Julian Alps, swim in glacial lakes, and kayak on crystal-clear mountain rivers.
There are city people, there are outdoorsy people, and then there are those of us who want it all. Sometimes, we crave the culture, food, and energy of a city; other times, we long for the scent of trees, the feel of dirt underfoot, and the sounds of nature.
Spectacular New Mexico serves up a rich buffet of surreal landscapes, vibrant culture, and adventurous cuisine. With uncrowded highways and warming weather (plus lingering snow in the mountains), it’s the perfect destination for a fun-filled road trip over spring break.