With a bit of planning, visiting the USA can be fun and done on a tight budget. Abundant with mountains, canyons, rivers and beaches, the great outdoors is one of America’s finest treasures, and much of our natural splendor is free. Camping costs are minimal, too. Small towns are typically quite affordable, with mom-and-pop motels…
Most visitors to Central Switzerland base themselves in Lucerne in order to explore the glorious landscape that surrounds it, but don’t forget to make some time for the city itself. Not only does it have a gorgeous setting on the shore of the Vierwaldstättersee (Lake Lucerne), but it offers world-class museums, fascinating history, a lively music…
Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania might just be the next big hiking destinations. For if the Baltic states lack mountain ranges for summit collectors, and though long, dark winters are better suited to sauna sessions than open trails, the largely rural region is home to almost endless forests, primeval bogs and a rugged coastline lapped by…
We asked two writers to sing the praises of their preferred southern South American country. Deciding between Chile and Argentina? Read on. But as you follow the snow-capped peaks descending from high desert to windy Patagonian moors, which side of the Andes should you stick to? Chile’s glaciers and fjords simply astonish © Getty Images…
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When you're after a beach in New York State, the glitz and glamor of the Hamptons and the old-school appeal of Coney Island – both in the vicinity of New York City – tend to steal the spotlight. But there are plenty more sandy havens to be found across the Empire State. No matter which direction you’re…
“The ability to travel not only opens your mind in inexplicable ways but also fosters a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and the people inhabiting our world. For those yearning to embrace ultimate peace and enlightenment, the first step is acquiring a passport.” – Tahja, a beGirl.world Global Scholars alumna Tahja, now 24, joined beGirl.world…
The three main gateway cities to Great Smoky Mountains National Park – Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville – share an abiding love for the patron saint of East Tennessee: Dolly Parton. As the country music superstar once joked, it takes a lot of money to look this cheap, so go ahead and dive into the tacky exuberance of…
Singapore has a well-cultivated image of being a safe country. Too safe perhaps for some, who balk at its infamously strict rules and fines for flouting them, and find the gleaming modern city too sanitized for their liking. Others appreciate the clean streets and manicured gardens amidst the tall buildings along with the intriguing mix…
Montréal’s metro and buses make up Canada’s busiest rapid-transit system. The whole network is operated by Société de Transport Montréal (Montréal Society of Transportation) – commonly known as STM – and it generally does an admirable job of moving Montréalers about safely and efficiently. Apart from those shiny blue metro cars and widespread buses, Montréal also has a…