Ready for a challenge? Try these 10 epic long-distance hikes in the US

When adventurer Benton MacKaye conceived of the Appalachian Trail in 1921, he probably had no idea how thru-hiking, long-distance hiking and backpacking would one day take the outdoor industry by storm. Today, thousands grab a backpack, stuff it with a stove, camping gear and food and take to the hills, canyons, valleys and plains for…

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6 of the best things to do in Jamaica with kids

For the kids who love soaring above rainforest canopies to the ones who will happily spend the day splashing in the waves, the island nation of Jamaica is not just a playground for adults. This Caribbean country, also known as the "land of wood and water," is a paradise packed with lush green rainforests, turquoise blue coastlines and the world-famous…

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The top 10 things to do in San Juan, Puerto Rico: beaches, cocktails and history

The Puerto Rican capital of San Juan seamlessly weaves together the historic and the modern, with streets first cobbled in the era of Cervantes and neighborhoods that hum with contemporary life. Bursting with charm, Old San Juan’s confection of rainbow-colored buildings unfurls to a dramatic palm-fringed coastline where monumental fortresses stand sentry. The diverse blocks enclosed…

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The 14 best things to do in Puerto Rico in 2023

From the lush and humid forests of the central mountains to the idyllic surfing beaches of the northwest, Puerto Rico is a haven for ecotourism. If it's nature that entices you here, its the beaches and the historical cities that will keep you enchanted. Come for the outdoor adventures – hiking, zipping, surfing – but…

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The 7 best places in world for snorkeling

You don’t have to be a certified diver to come face-to-face with some of the sea's most fascinating creatures. In fact, in some destinations, you can simply wade from the sand into the shallows with your mask and snorkel and enjoy some incredible marine life encounters.  From swimming with manta rays in Australia to spying…

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