Travel Stories

• beaches

• activities

6 min read • Mar 29, 2023

Lagosians are big on beaches. From luxury resorts and peaceful coves to lively beach clubs, here are Lagos' best beaches.

• hiking

• activities

9 min read • Mar 28, 2023

Conquer majestic peaks or picnic in a perfect mountain meadow on these rambles in the Pyrenees.

• art and culture

• tips and advice

7 min read • Mar 28, 2023

How do you decide between visiting Spain or Portugal, two of the world’s most beguiling countries? We’ve asked a pair of seasoned writers to persuade you.

• shopping

• activities

4 min read • Mar 28, 2023

As you discover the allure of Marseille, drop by these independent retailers, five of the city’s best.

• activities

5 min read • Mar 28, 2023

From enjoying live music to touring art galleries, experience Lagos’ exciting creative scene without spending a single naira.

• destination practicalities

• covid 19

3 min read • Mar 28, 2023

Here’s all you need to know about getting a traveler visa to visit China now that “zero COVID” has come and gone.

• public transport

• destination practicalities

7 min read • Mar 28, 2023

Thanks to plentiful buses, boats, trams and metro trains, getting around Budapest is easy. Here are the best ways to navigate the Hungarian capital.

• train travel

• destination practicalities

7 min read • Mar 28, 2023

There’s no getting around the sheer size and scale of the USA – it's massive. The best way to see it all is by rail. These are the 9 best train journeys.

• destination practicalities

• tips and advice

6 min read • Mar 27, 2023

What do you need to know before traveling to Kenya? Is Nairobi safe? Do I need a visa? From passport requirements to cultural etiquette, get answers here.

• tips and advice

• destination practicalities

7 min read • Mar 27, 2023

Start planning your itinerary with these top destinations you shouldn't miss in Cuba.

• destination practicalities

• tips and advice

4 min read • Mar 27, 2023

Do you need a visa to travel to Kenya? Can you get a Kenyan visa online? How much does a Kenya tourist visa cost? Here’s everything you need to know.

• activities

• hiking

9 min read • Mar 27, 2023

Discover the best things to do in Morocco, from mountain to desert, city to coast.

• wildlife and nature

• activities

5 min read • Mar 27, 2023

Visit Gabon, the “Last Eden,” to see gorillas, bush elephants, surfing hippos and other extraordinary wildlife.

• public transport

• destination practicalities

11 min read • Mar 25, 2023

From national parks to bustling cities, there's every kind of landscape in Kenya. Here are our top tips for getting around.

• family travel

• connections

6 min read • Mar 24, 2023

Child-friendly hikes, firefly-filled adventures and a quirky gateway town awaits on this family break.

• family travel

• connections

6 min read • Mar 24, 2023

From where to stay to where to hike, here's how to make the most of your family's Grand Canyon National Park adventure.

• camping

• activities

6 min read • Mar 24, 2023

Sunrises. Stargazing. S’mores over the campfire. An RV campervan gets you to the heart of the US national parks. These are the best.

• hiking

• activities

8 min read • Mar 24, 2023

It’s easy to forget that Kenya has some wonderful hiking trails. Here are 9 of the best.

• tips and advice

• destination practicalities

7 min read • Mar 23, 2023

From beaches to birdwatching, here are the best places to visit on the tiny island of Bermuda.

• beaches

• activities

14 min read • Mar 23, 2023

Narrow down the beaches you want to visit in Hawaii with this list of the state's very best.

• festivals and events

• art and culture

6 min read • Mar 23, 2023

A royal coronation only happens once in a generation – or a lifetime. Here’s all you need to know about King Charles III’s big to-do on May 6, 2023.

• shopping

• activities

4 min read • Mar 23, 2023

Shop delicious market fare, vintage finds, best-selling books and much more at these five independent retailers, which you’ll find only in Barcelona.