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Explore Milan in Style: From Armani to Zanotti

Michael MontesNovember 7, 202407 mins

Milan is one of the busiest cities in Italy, and its traffic can be challenging to navigate. It bustles from early morning to late at night, and the lack of parking, along with many areas where traffic is limited, adds to the complexity. Therefore, it is highly advisable to leave your car behind when visiting Milan and utilize the city’s reliable public transport. From the metro to trams to bike-sharing services, here’s what you need to know about moving around the city of the Madonnina.

Top 11 Whale Watching Destinations Worldwide

Michael MontesNovember 7, 202406 mins

Observing some of the world’s most magnificent marine mammals in their natural habitats is a remarkable experience. The thrill of boat excursions to witness these majestic creatures is truly unforgettable. Herein, we present some of the premier locations for whale watching across the globe.

Top Milwaukee Neighborhoods for Food, Shopping, and Entertainment

Michael MontesNovember 7, 202408 mins

Stretching along the western shore of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is a fairly spread-out city. However, most of the main attractions are conveniently situated in and around the downtown area, making the city easy to explore.

Navigating Minneapolis in Winter Made Easy

Michael MontesNovember 7, 2024011 mins

A city of starkly contrasting seasons, the best way to get around Minneapolis hinges on when you visit. Despite the month, however, the city is pretty easy to navigate thanks to its grid layout, pedestrian- and cyclist-friendly paths, a wide-spanning public transit system, and plenty of rideshare availability.

Utah’s Bear Ears Sacred Sites Secure New Protections

Michael MontesNovember 7, 202406 mins

Local Indigenous groups have praised US President Joe Biden’s “positive step” in reinstating protections to two key national monuments in Utah, after they were drastically downsized under the Trump administration.

Top Transportation Options in Colorado Springs

Michael MontesNovember 7, 202408 mins

Getting from A to B in Colorado Springs is a breeze when you travel by car. Without four wheels, it can be trickier, particularly if you want to reach outlying sights like the Garden of the Gods or Pikes Peak. However, public transport works well downtown, and many locations are easy to reach by bike or on foot.

Discover Affordable Fun: Top Free Activities in Charleston

Michael MontesNovember 7, 202409 mins

Charming Charleston makes you feel like you stepped back in time with its striking architecture and easy-going rhythm. However, this modern city’s incredible cuisine reflects the diversity of its population, as does its cultural scene.

Top Fall Tips for Visiting Colorado Springs: Explore the Outdoors

Michael MontesNovember 7, 2024012 mins

In Colorado Springs, beautiful mountain vistas, awesome outdoor adventures, and interesting cultural experiences are available year-round. The visitors center at the Garden of the Gods offers an interactive way to see a 365-day time lapse of the famous rock formations. Whether you choose to visit in the summer when the landscapes are green, in the fall when the foliage is at its prime, or in the winter when everything is under a blanket of snow, you won’t be disappointed.

Top Day Trips to Smoky Mountain Parks from Gatlinburg

Michael MontesNovember 7, 2024013 mins

Gatlinburg, Tennessee is known as the ‘Gateway to the Smokies’ for a reason. This tiny East Tennessee mountain resort, with a population of just 3,754, is nestled against the western edge of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Technically a sub-range of the Appalachian Mountains, the Smoky Mountains offer a wild expanse of rounded ridges, often shrouded by the mists that give the national park its name.

Top Swimming Spots in Stockholm: Discover the Best Aquatic Experiences

Michael MontesNovember 7, 2024010 mins

Sprawled across 14 islands where Lake Mälaren meets the Baltic Sea, Stockholm is surrounded by water. The city’s many waterways are among the cleanest in the world, making it possible to swim right in the urban core.

Top Richmond Virginia Neighborhoods to Explore

Michael MontesNovember 7, 2024010 mins

As the capital of Virginia, Richmond is steeped in significant history – and as the former capital of the Confederacy, some of it can be painful. However, this city by the James River is also overflowing with charm, a delightful food scene, impressive art, and an abundance of breweries.

Ideal Seasons for Exploring Santa Fe

Michael MontesNovember 7, 2024011 mins

One of the few places in the US that experiences all four seasons as if they were crafted with a painter’s brush, there is no bad time to visit Santa Fe, just different color palettes. At an altitude of 7000ft, winters are white – but not wicked – and summers are hot – but not hellish – making this the perfect get up and go destination all year round.

Experience the Excitement of Pittsburgh’s Four Distinct Seasons

Michael MontesNovember 7, 2024011 mins

One of the best things about Pittsburgh can also be one of the worst: the city has four seasons. This means hot, humid summers followed by icy winters (often with no transition in between). However, having four seasons also means happenings in the city are fresh and constantly changing.

Top Spots for Exquisite Street Food in Hanoi

Michael MontesNovember 7, 2024014 mins

Most visitors to Hanoi will sample the city’s most famous dishes:pho bo(traditional Vietnamese noodle soup with beef),bun cha(barbecued pork with rice vermicelli), andbanh mi(baguette).

Unlock Adventure: Exciting Mystery Trips Await

Michael MontesNovember 7, 202408 mins

Mystery trips—where travelers engage with an agency to arrange a vacation without knowing the destination until the last moment—have carved a unique niche in the travel sector. With travel gradually resuming in multiple countries, there is growing anticipation among travelers looking to break free from their routines and embrace spontaneity after prolonged periods of staying at home.

Nirmal Purja: The Nepali Mountaineer Conquering the Himalayas

Michael MontesNovember 7, 2024015 mins

Nirmal Purja is a man of firsts. Having climbed all 14 of the world’s peaks above 8000m in one season, earlier this year his all-Nepali team reached the summit of K2 in a line, placing no climber ahead of the rest. The 37-year-old is leading the way for South Asian climbers, leaving the notion of Sherpas ‘assisting’ western climbers firmly in the past.

Essential Tips for Preparing Your Car for Road Trips

Michael MontesNovember 7, 202405 mins

With the chance to enjoy scenic highways, jaw-dropping national and state parks, cool small towns, and mid-size cities, the ‘great American road trip’ is one of our favorite warm-weather rituals.

Top 13 Beautiful Beaches in Washington State

Michael MontesNovember 7, 202409 mins

Washington state’s wild, windy, and winsome beaches have been carved for centuries by the steady thrum of the Pacific against the ancient headlands. This unique coastline allows both locals and visitors to enjoy a mix of sand, stone, and sea stacks pressed against thick swaths of rainforest that have remained untouched for generations.

Top 12 Stunning Beaches in the Dominican Republic

Michael MontesNovember 7, 2024012 mins

Full of breathtaking beaches, from oases of calm to party hot spots, the country’s coastline can satisfy every taste. It’s blessed with year-round warm temperatures and waters, so bring a boatload of lotion to avoid sunburn and your favorite bathing suit and live it up. Here are 12 of the best beaches in the Dominican Republic.

Explore Japan’s New Golden Route: Gifu, Nagano & Gunma Mountains

Michael MontesNovember 7, 2024017 mins

If you want to veer away from Japan’s well-worn tourist trails, head for the‘New Golden Route’on theShinkansen(bullet train). This route connects the major cities of Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka with both the Joetsu and Hokuriku regions on the Sea of Japan coast and the hinterlands of central Honshu, Japan’s main island. (To make the most of this train route, consider the all-access Hokuriku Arch Pass.)