wildlife and nature
Where to go in August for wildlife and natureJun 13, 2019 • 5 min read
From wildebeest in the Masai Mara to singing humpbacks in Tonga; from Iceland’s expansive lava fields to the ecological wonder that is Madagascar,…
Adventure Travel
wildlife and natureWhere to go in August for adventureJun 13, 2019 • 5 min read
August spells adventure across the globe, whether it's climbing volcanoes in Ecuador, riding the white waters of the Zambezi, kayaking part of Britain’s…
wildlife and natureA stargazer's guide to the Elqui ValleyJun 11, 2019 • 4 min read
Near the southern edge of the vast Atacama Desert, mountain rivers wind their way through a sun-baked landscape of vine-covered hillsides and serene…
beachesBest of the Dampier PeninsulaJun 10, 2019 • 5 min read
With its turquoise lagoons and burnt-crimson cliffs, ancient footsteps and historic shell middens, Australia’s remote Dampier Peninsula in Western…
road tripsThe best things to do in Australia during winterJun 7, 2019 • 6 min read
Australia is a land celebrated for its summers, but not so much for its winters. For those who find themselves there from June to August, know there are…
wildlife and natureBest summer day trips from CopenhagenJun 7, 2019 • 3 min read
Copenhagen is always a fantastic jumping-off point to explore sights beyond the city, such as castles, parks, and even neighbouring Sweden. In summer…
health and wellnessParkrun: free, fun and a new way to inspire travelJun 5, 2019 • 5 min read
Free, and open to everyone, parkrun has gripped millions across the globe since its inception in 2004. So much so that every Saturday morning there are…
wildlife and natureDominican Republic: beyond the beachesJun 5, 2019 • 4 min read
The Dominican Republic is well known for its blissful beaches: the crystal clear waves of Punta Cana, the eye-catching turquoise waters at Bahía de las…
beaches8 unmissable adventures in JordanJun 5, 2019 • 6 min read
Jordan, still too often dismissed by overly cautious tourists who skip over the entire region, has been quietly building itself into the adventure hub of…
beachesMacOS Catalina: Visit the island that inspired Apple's new software nameJun 3, 2019 • 3 min read
Mediterranean-flavored Santa Catalina Island is a popular getaway for harried Angelenos drawn by fresh air, seemingly endless sunshine, seaside fun and…
foodWomen’s World Cup: what to do in France’s host citiesMay 31, 2019 • 4 min read
The Women’s World Cup is being held in France from 7 June to 7 July this year, and football fans from around the world are expected to fill stadiums, bars…
sportsLaureles: Medellín's under-the-radar culture hubMay 30, 2019 • 5 min read
Medellín breaks every stereotype imaginable and carries a comeback story that few cities have. As more folks venture to the City of the Eternal Spring,…
road trips7 amazing ways to experience California’s redwoodsMay 30, 2019 • 6 min read
Northern California has more than its fair share of beauty. And the mammoth redwoods often take center stage. As they should. Walking among the tallest…
hikingEverest’s deadly season: overcrowding or summit fever?May 30, 2019 • 5 min read
The image of the lonely mountaineer, struggling against adversity to claim the summit, has taken a few knocks in recent weeks. When Nepali mountaineer…
beachesIn pursuit of pura vida: peaceful escapes in Costa RicaMay 29, 2019 • 5 min read
Pura vida. Pure life. You’ll hear the expression frequently throughout your visit to Costa Rica, as a sincere wish for your time in this natural…
wildlife and natureNature, surf & culture: 7 things to do in New Zealand’s NorthlandMay 24, 2019 • 3 min read
New Zealand’s Northland means family fun in the sun, pohutukawa in bloom and dolphins frolicking in pretty bays. It is beaches without a scrap of…
beachesPalawan paradise: top things to see and doMay 23, 2019 • 5 min read
The Philippines’ ‘final frontier’ no longer, Palawan is a must for the global traveller, with its heady mix of sublime seascapes, virgin rainforests and world…
sportsFrench Open: No tickets? No Problem. Your guide to Paris' Grand SlamMay 23, 2019 • 4 min read
The French Open – one of the tennis world's four Grand Slams – takes centre stage in Paris at Roland-Garros from Sunday 26 May until Sunday 9 June and,…
beachesEating on Kangaroo Island: where to find the best feastsMay 22, 2019 • 4 min read
With its dramatic limestone cliffs plunging into turquoise seas, eucalyptus-scented forests teeming with koalas, and its very own subspecies of kangaroo,…
foodWhere to uncover Margaret River's many charmsMay 22, 2019 • 4 min read
Crystal-clear water that lures thousands of whales as well as surfers and beach bums along its rugged coastline each year; a patchwork quilt of leafy…
artOffa's Dyke: a walk along Britain’s longest ancient monumentMay 22, 2019 • 4 min read
Roughly following the border of England and Wales, as it has done for well over a millennium, Offa's Dyke Path winds through moorlands and mountains and…
beachesWhy São Miguel is the perfect island for discovering the AzoresMay 22, 2019 • 4 min read
São Miguel is the largest island of the Azores archipelago and wears its elder status proudly, with an enviable landscape of forest-wrapped volcanic peaks…