road trips
How to plan an overland trip across West AfricaJun 3, 2023 • 8 min read
This epic road trip provides unmatched adventure - and some patience-testing moments. Here’s our guide to planning an overland trip around West Africa.
Travel Stories
budget travel9 tips to help you explore Scotland on a budgetJun 2, 2023 • 6 min read
Maximize your budget while traveling around Scotland with these insider tips and travel hacks to make your money last that bit longer.
family travel12 of the best things to do in Boston with kidsJun 2, 2023 • 9 min read
Boston engages kids of all ages. Here are the best things to do there as a family.
toursThe female farmers green-fueling Trondheim’s sustainable food sceneJun 1, 2023 • 8 min read
Meet the women farmers and artisans behind the booming food scene in Trondheim, Norway.
water sportsGet into: mermaiding in Florida… how to swim with the fishes and live your own Little Mermaid dreamJun 1, 2023 • 8 min read
In Florida, people are donning hyper-realistic mermaid tails and swimming in scenic aquatic locales. Here's everything you need to know about mermaiding.
family travelThe best things to do with kids in Rome from toddlers to teenagersMay 30, 2023 • 5 min read
From the Colosseum to the catacombs, and sprawling parks to virtual time travel, Rome promises a memorable trip for the whole family.
campingWhen I hear the telltale huffing of a bear near my tent, I have never felt more aloneMay 26, 2023 • 3 min read
When she was 21 Beth Lewis went solo camping in the wilderness of British Columbia – and felt only truly at home after a nocturnal encounter with a bear.
toursThis cabaret-singer tour guide walks you through 2000 years of London’s queer historyMay 25, 2023 • 6 min read
On his walking tours through London, cabaret performer Mark T Cox walks visitors through 2000 years of the city’s queer history.
hiking8 of the best hiking routes in ScotlandMay 25, 2023 • 11 min read
Weave your way through the wilds on Scotland’s lochs, moors, mountains and glens with this guide to its best hiking trails.
destination practicalitiesExploring Zürich's best neighborhoods from historic splendor to contemporary coolMay 24, 2023 • 4 min read
Zürich is a city that seamlessly blends history, innovation, and natural beauty. This guide will help you choose where to base yourself.
budget travelTotal Trip: What I spent on a midrange-ish weekend in MadridMay 24, 2023 • 4 min read
How to book accommodation, take in museums and eat very well in the Spanish capital for under €500.
activitiesGet into: Schwingen (Swiss wrestling)May 24, 2023 • 8 min read
Delve into the world of Schwingen with this guide to the why, when and where of Swiss wrestling.
cruiseHow to yacht like a celebrity in the south of France (on a budget)May 24, 2023 • 5 min read
The Cannes Film Festival may be best known as the glitzy setting where Hollywood’s biggest names unveil their latest projects, but for every red carpet…
public transport8 of the best day trips from BostonMay 23, 2023 • 6 min read
Many of New England's best places to visit are just a day trip from Boston. These are some of our favorites.
activities6 Challenging Adventures in NevadaMay 23, 2023 • 4 min read
Are you looking for an adrenaline rush that will test your limits and don't mind putting in the work? Nevada has it all
activities6 Not-Too-Challenging Adventures in NevadaMay 23, 2023 • 5 min read
If you’re ready to step a little outside your comfort zone, there is a wide world of intermediate adventures in Nevada
activities7 Easy Ways to Experience Nevada’s OutdoorsMay 23, 2023 • 5 min read
From the desert to the snow-capped mountains, Nevada gives you plenty of opportunities to get away for an easy adventure
family travelMy neurodivergent son taught me how to travel the worldMay 23, 2023 • 7 min read
Traveling with a neurodivergent child is a rewarding challenge. Los Angeles-based mother, writer and producer-turned-recruiter Talia Bluth shares her story.
wildlife and nature7 cities with incredible swimming spotsMay 22, 2023 • 5 min read
From lakes and lidos to rivers and tidal pools, there are a surprising number of places to try wild swimming in a city. Here are our faves.
destination practicalities10 things only Scottish locals know – and you should too before traveling thereMay 22, 2023 • 6 min read
If you’re looking to get the lowdown before visiting Scotland, start with these insider local tips.
activitiesYou’ve probably never been to Bath County, Virginia. Here’s why you shouldMay 21, 2023 • 7 min read
Get to know the best of Bath County, Virginia, with this guide to local activities, from soaking in thermal hot springs to cider tasting.
beachesA week in Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy’s mosaicMay 19, 2023 • 7 min read
A masterpiece of varied influences, Friuli Venezia Giulia has everything travelers love about Italy in one tight region