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Top Italy getaways: our writers pick their favorite spotsJun 12, 2025 • 8 min read
Local travel writers share their favorite lesser-known places to visit in Italy.
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activitiesTake a 3-day tour of Wales’ gorgeous Gower PeninsulaJun 11, 2025 • 9 min read
Set off on this three-day itinerary from Swansea to take in beaches, history and hikes on Wales’ scenic Gower Peninsula.
beachesThe 11 best beaches in tiny but mighty MontenegroJun 11, 2025 • 8 min read
Montenegro’s tiny coastline has some of the most dazzling beaches in the Balkans. Here are the 11 best beaches in Montenegro.
attractionPortugal itineraries: 5 routes to see the best of the countryJun 10, 2025 • 13 min read
Explore the most amazing corners of Portugal on these five epic itineraries.
beachesThe top 10 beaches in Japan for sand and surfJun 8, 2025 • 6 min read
From beach resorts just an hour from Tokyo to tropical island idylls, Japan's beaches are its best-kept secret. Here's our top 10.
activitiesHow to enjoy Santorini on a budgetJun 6, 2025 • 6 min read
Experience one of the world's most luxurious and stunning destinations without busting your budget.
beachesThese 6 day trips from Turin showcase the best of northwest ItalyJun 6, 2025 • 7 min read
Discover castles, vineyards and superb food on these easy day trips from Turin.
activitiesHow to plan a summer trip to the Costa BravaJun 5, 2025 • 7 min read
There is nothing like summer on the Costa Brava. Plan your visit with this guide.
beachesA guide to La Jolla, San DiegoJun 5, 2025 • 8 min read
It’s easy to see how La Jolla earned the nickname Jewel of San Diego.
beachesScotland itinerary: Explore the wild West Coast on this 6-day driving tourJun 4, 2025 • 12 min read
Glasgow is the perfect starting point for a six-day driving tour along the wild West Coast of Scotland, visiting scenic glens, mountains and beaches.
beachesThe best beaches near LisbonJun 2, 2025 • 5 min read
Lisbon itself might not have a beach, but the Portuguese capital is a short trip away from plenty of golden stretches of sand. Here are the best.
beaches12 spots to add to your Santorini itineraryMay 29, 2025 • 10 min read
Our pick of the best places to visit on this volcanic beauty.
beachesPlan your summer vacation to Destin-Fort Walton Beach, FloridaMay 28, 2025 • 9 min read
If you're seeking sugar-white sand, warm emerald waters and salty sea breezes, Destin-Fort Walton Beach is for you. Here's how to plan your trip.
activitiesA first-time guide to ZakynthosMay 28, 2025 • 7 min read
Plan your first trip to this idyllic Ionian island.
beachesA first-time guide to the PeloponneseMay 28, 2025 • 8 min read
For authentic Greek culture, head to the Peloponnese.
beaches8 of the best places in Asia for women traveling soloMay 27, 2025 • 8 min read
Our writer shares her solo travel tips for women and her favorite places in Asia where female lone visitors will feel safe and welcome.
beachesHow to see the best of Greece in 10 daysMay 24, 2025 • 6 min read
You can catch the best of Greece's history, architecture, food and beaches on a less-than-two-week trip. Let this 10-day itinerary be your guide.
beaches9 things you’ll want to do in Sierra LeoneMay 23, 2025 • 8 min read
This marvelous country has many ways to get into nature and up close to wildlife. Museums, great restaurants and cultural activities also beckon.
activities13 unexpected summer holiday spots in EuropeMay 23, 2025 • 13 min read
Whatever your travel style, here are some European summer holiday destinations that you may not have considered for 2025.
beaches14 of the most glorious beaches in GreeceMay 22, 2025 • 8 min read
Greece has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to beaches. Here are 14 of the very best.
beachesBrittany vs Normandy: which region in the west of France wins?May 21, 2025 • 7 min read
These two French regions both feature great food, lively culture and beautiful beaches. We asked two partisan writers to persuade you which to choose.
activities15 top things to do in the AzoresMay 21, 2025 • 12 min read
From lava-fashioned landscapes to wonder-inducing walks and whale watching, here are the top things to do across all nine islands in the Azores.