Wildlife and Nature

Dec 19, 2024 • 6 min read

The Galápagos Islands contain natural wonders you’ll find nowhere else on earth. If you’re visiting for the first time, here’s what you need to know.

Dec 19, 2024 • 6 min read

Consider these 12 trips designed to minimize environmental impacts while empowering local communities to make your vacation more deeply rewarding.

Dec 17, 2024 • 13 min read

From cannoli in Boston to music in the Berkshires - with dunes, apple picking and whale watching in between – Massachusetts brims with exciting activities.

Dec 17, 2024 • 8 min read

Morocco has hiking trails for all abilities – with a tasty tagine waiting at your journey’s end.

Dec 16, 2024 • 11 min read

Paganism is experiencing a global revival as more people are reconnecting with nature. Here are five traditional ancient celebrations around the world.

Dec 14, 2024 • 6 min read

Venture beyond Jamaica's beaches and you'll discover a hiker's paradise where incredible walking trails scramble over mountain ridges. Here are the best.

Dec 13, 2024 • 6 min read

Planning a subcontinental winter holiday? Read on as two writers make the case for their preferred South Indian state.

Dec 12, 2024 • 8 min read

Here’s all you need to know about this huge region, famous for its charming towns, vineyards, natural attractions and much more.

Dec 12, 2024 • 6 min read

Portugal is incredibly family-friendly. Check out our top tips and the coolest experiences for your next adventure with children in tow.

Dec 12, 2024 • 7 min read

Glacier-fed rivers, lush green valleys, isolated yurt camps and turquoise mountain lakes: hiking in Kyrgyzstan does not disappoint.

Dec 11, 2024 • 7 min read

Few experiences in nature are quite as mesmerizing as when the ocean starts to glow. Here are the top spots to discover the world of bioluminescence.

Dec 11, 2024 • 6 min read

From clipping on to a via ferrata to strolling through flower-strewn meadows, Italy’s Dolomites offer pleasures to hikers of all levels.

Dec 10, 2024 • 8 min read

Before booking your trip to Alaska’s largest city, use our insider's tips and advice to make your trip to Anchorage the best it can be.

Dec 9, 2024 • 14 min read

From Yosemite to Joshua Tree, California boasts more national parks than any other state, as well as a bevy of national forests, seashores and monuments.

Dec 7, 2024 • 8 min read

From Death Valley in California to some of Nevada's most epic desert landscapes, go beyond the bright lights on these thrilling day trips from Las Vegas.

Dec 5, 2024 • 8 min read

From swimming near whale sharks to spotting colorful fish over a reef, here are the world's best places to snorkel.

Dec 4, 2024 • 6 min read

Vietnam isn’t known as a world-class beach destination – but it should be. Here are 10 reasons why.

Dec 4, 2024 • 6 min read

The memory of your first sea turtle sighting never fades. Here are the best places to see them and ways to support their survival.

Dec 4, 2024 • 5 min read

Spring means cherry blossom season in Japan, but the romance is fleeting lasting only for a week or two. Here the five best places to join the festivities.

Dec 2, 2024 • 8 min read

From the karst islands of Halong Bay to the dunes of Mui Ne, Vietnam serves up stunning landscapes in every direction. Here are the best natural wonders.

Dec 2, 2024 • 7 min read

Puerto Vallarta woos outdoor enthusiasts with palm-fringed coves, wildlife encounters and its pedestrian-friendly downtown. Here are the top things to do.

Dec 2, 2024 • 10 min read

From the wildlife-filled plains of the Serengeti to the beaches of Zanzibar, these 13 places show off the best of Tanzania.