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In the heart of England lies the Peak District, a place where local lore, gnarled forests, and expansive moorlands create an enchantingly beautiful setting. Scattered with picturesque, medieval market towns and dramatic geological features, it’s easy to see why the Peak District National Park was the first to be established in the United Kingdom.
Towering pine trees, forested lands, and lakefront thrills await inConroe, a quiet retreat about 45 minutes north of Texas’ largest city of Houston. Take a stroll through the walkable downtown area full of eateries, nightlife, merchants, art galleries, and theaters. Then head into nature, where the real adventure begins in the form of water activities, hiking, birdwatching, and more.
Panama City’s old town goes by many monikers: Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo, and the lesser-used San Felipe, to name just three. It’s known as the hippest region in the city, where most visitors fall in love with Panama’s capital.
Set along the edge of the Cape Fear River, Fayetteville – the buzzing community of 200,000 – feels more like a welcoming small town. With an impressive array of attractions and a revitalized downtown packed with local intrigue, this oft-overlooked destination is brimming with culture and history.
Charlotte, North Carolina, certainly fits the bill as a major urban city, with a population just shy of one million. However, while hiking may seem like an unlikely pastime, residents and visitors can easily trade the concrete jungle for happy trails.
Wilmington is one of the most captivating cities on the North Carolina coast. Though not as well-known as Charleston, South Carolina, or Savannah, Georgia, Wilmington boasts a picturesque historic district, an excellent dining scene, and diverse attractions, alongside lovely beaches just outside of town.
Texas has a reputation for being big and bold – sometimes even brash – but Dallas unveils the state in all its rich complexity. You’ll discover quirky, offbeat neighborhoods that capture the many facets of the city’s varied character.
Out here, in the scorching desert of southwestern USA, you’d be forgiven for thinking that Phoenix was a little parched when it came to cultural institutions. However, the opposite is true. Boasting some of the state’s best museums, plus many more besides, Arizona’s capital and the greater region is a flourishing oasis of world-class art, Indigenous history, authentic American West memorabilia, and real-life dinosaurs.
As is often the case with Slovenia, even its best places to swim are impossible to pigeonhole. They defy typical definitions. Sure, the country’s 29 miles (47km) of coastline between Croatia and Italy offers wonderful beaches for relaxation, but this Central European nation also boasts a slew of unexpected inland swimming spots.
Long-distance cycle tours are a budget-friendly, challenging, and unforgettable way to explore the world. However, are you ready to trade planes and hotels for a tent, two wheels, and open roads? Here are ten essential bike tour hacks that can help you transition from the couch to the saddle.
What does the word “Greece” conjure in your mind? Deep-azure seas, crisp-white beaches, long lunches of delectable seafood and fresh-made feta? The ancient temples dedicated to those towering figures of Greek mythology – the gods of Mount Olympus – certainly come to mind. Therefore, what better way to structure a trip to this storied land than by following in their footsteps? The places they battled, loved, and lost are fascinating spots for the 21st-century traveler, comprising a grand tour throughout modern-day Greece.
Throughout its history, Massachusetts has always been intimately tied to the sea, with merchant vessels, whaling ships, and fishing boats departing from its ports to destinations across the globe.
Jersey offers numerous attractions, being the largest island in the Channel Islands. From historic castles to stunning coves, there are an array of beautiful locations and activities to enjoy throughout the island.
Amazing art, cool cars, history-changing music – Detroit rocks for many reasons, including its budget friendliness. While you’ll have to pay for accommodation, the abundance of free things to do and the relatively low cost of food and transportation help defray expenses.
Writer Brian Ashcraft travels to Kagawa Prefecture with an empty stomach and a singular mission: Eat noodles.
These days, Egypt’s Red Sea Coast is mostly known for its sun-and-sea family holidays. However, this world-class diving destination is more than just beach relaxation. This famed shoreline offers access to the wild and remote landscapes of the Eastern Desert while the underwater realm showcases vibrant reefs, which initially put the Red Sea Coast on the tourism map.
The wine-soaked region of Burgundy in eastern France has been a classic drive from the French capital ever since the giddy 1920s when fashionable Parisian motorists tootled through the region, tracking the course of the scenic Seine and Yonne rivers, on their way to the sun-blessed Med and beyond into Italy.
Mt. Aso, the name given to a collection of volcanic peaks in the center of Kyushu, the southern-most of Japan’s four main islands, is Japan’s most active volcano. It’s also one of the best places in Japan to experience the impact of fire and water on the landscape and the lives of the people who live here.
Qatar, although relatively new as a nation since its independence fifty years ago, boasts a rich history that stretches back thousands of years. This small region in the Arabian Peninsula has been home to civilizations for millennia, with mentions dating back to the 5th century BC by Greek historian Herodotus.
