Ultimate Guide to Top Virginia Road Trips for Adventure Seekers
From the mountains to the coast – with miles of rolling countryside, small towns, and vibrant cities in between – Virginia offers a wealth of lovely landscapes to explore.
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From the mountains to the coast – with miles of rolling countryside, small towns, and vibrant cities in between – Virginia offers a wealth of lovely landscapes to explore.
Reykjavík is a major metropolis shrunk to small-town size – perfect for a family-sized city break.
The Motor City never takes its foot off the gas. Once blighted by the collapse of its reputation-building auto industry, Detroit has rebuilt itself in impressive style, breathing new life into Motown’s famous mantra: “Nothing Stops Detroit.” This means Detroit’s neighborhoods are fast-changing and filled with new energy. Downtown has been revamped with cool indie boutiques, chef-driven restaurants, design-led hotels, and districts full of bohemian spirit and cultural heart, crammed with galleries, cool music venues, and yet more places for a bite.
When most people think of learning about the history of a new city, they usually consider its museums, architectural landmarks, and historic homes. However, another interesting way to delve into a city’s story is through its cuisine, particularly in historic restaurants. Here’s a selection of legendary eateries from coast to coast that serve up a side of their city’s history alongside each dish.
The northernmost county in England has an off-the-radar feel that’s rare to find on this otherwise bustling island. Much of the pristine coastline of Northumberland is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and its edge-of-the-world light has drawn in travelers for centuries, from early Christian saints to great Romantic painters.
Nanjing is known as the “Ancient Capital of Six Dynasties,” having served as the center of dynasties and kingdoms throughout its centuries-long history. Zhongshan Mountain is the heart of this legacy. The mountain is abundant with sacred historical sites and cultural wonders, from temples to imperial mausoleums. These architectural marvels, artistry, and workmanship are appreciated by countless travelers today. Notably, the Ming Xiaoling Tomb and Sun Yat-Sen’s Mausoleum are among China’s most impressively constructed historical sites.
Jutting out between the Sea of Cortez and the mighty Pacific Ocean, the Los Cabos area lines the bottom edge of the starkly beautiful Baja Peninsula. Here, white beaches, tawny desert cliffs, and clear, azure waters create an otherworldly palette and sun-lover’s paradise.
Don’t let the median cost of a single-family home ($1 million) or the price of gas (nearly $5 a gallon) in Hawaii scare you: You don’t have to spend a lot to have a great time in the Islands, Kauaʻi included.
Thanks to its extraordinary geographical gifts, the transcontinental city of Istanbul has always lured serious traders and shoppers.
It’s not easy picking England’s most beautiful castles. This is, after all, a country with around 800 such buildings, and beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Luckily, virtually all 800 have plenty of appeal, but here are the best eight that really put on a show for visitors.
Most visitors to Indonesia come for the sun, sand, world-class surf, and Instagram-worthy photos. However, beyond the well-trodden tourist trail, this vast country offers so much more: volcanoes, carpets of deep green jungle, tropical islands with breathtaking views, and deceptively dangerous lakes that entice you to dive straight in.
Charlotte has a host of parks to suit nearly any lifestyle. Whether you’re looking to have a romantic picnic on the grass, drag the kids away from their devices for a few hours, or take your pet out to meet new friends, there’s a green space in North Carolina’s largest city for you. If you time it just right, you may even catch live music or a few food trucks setting up, too. Here’s our guide to the best city parks in Charlotte.
With its mild climate, diverse terrain, and welcoming spirit, Virginia offers a wide range of activities for explorers of all ages. This commonwealth features everything from remote wilderness and bustling cities to verdant beaches and picturesque farmland, alongside the beautiful Chesapeake Bay. Whether you’re part of a couple, a family, or a group of friends seeking adventure, here are some of the very best attractions in Virginia.
Knife massage may look intimidating, but practitioners insist it can draw out negative energy and alleviate various ailments. In Taiwan, interest in this wellness technique is on the rise. Jamie Fullerton explores this unique treatment in the serene surroundings of Taipei.
Warm tropical breezes and cerulean blue waters have long drawn sun-seeking visitors to the Florida Keys. Eager for a fruity drink and a slice of key lime pie, many motor across the 125-mile-long chain of islands, ready to watch the sun dip below the horizon from Mallory Square in Key West.
Whether you choose to live like royalty or scrimp on a shoestring in Vietnam, you’re going to have a memorable trip. Once you’ve covered the cost of getting here, you can explore for less than US$40 a day, staying in dorms and enjoying local cuisine such aspho(noodle soup) andbanh mi(baguette sandwiches), or splurge on heritage hotels, adventure tours, and banquet dining.
It’s summertime. The relentless sun is baking the narrow streets of Kraków’s Old Town, where the heat seems to radiate from the very buildings. You’ve done what you can to stay cool: consumed epic quantities of ice cream, haunted various museums to keep out of the sunlight, and hidden out in your hotel room. None of it seems to do the trick.
As memories of summer fade, September brings another reason to celebrate:Hispanic Heritage Month.
Green Bay, Wisconsin, is well-known for its legendary football team, the Green Bay Packers. However, this vibrant city offers much more than just sports. Whether you’re visiting for a day or a weekend, there are plenty of unexpected activities to enjoy in this bustling locale known as “Titletown.”
Whether you have just a few days or weeks, the mind-blowingly large region of Western Australia offers plenty of opportunities to take an epic journey.