Squashed between the Pacific Coast and Amazon Rainforest, with the Andes Mountains running down its spine, Peru is a patchwork of contrasting regions, each with their own unique landscapes and ecosystems. While this geography makes Peru an exciting country to visit, it also makes it a challenging one to navigate. Paved roads between regions are…
Beckoning with golden sands, swaying palms, and lapping surf, South Carolina’s beaches may be the playground for hordes of summer enthusiasts – but there’s more to the state than a sandy coastline. Miles of rivers and plenty of lakes, waterfalls and swamps – as well as some of the nation’s best water parks – provide…
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Prague, a city of 1.3 million people, is spread out into 10 sprawling districts that fan clockwise around a central, historic core. The good news for visitors, though, is that most of the sights are crammed into a relatively compact area bordering both banks of the Vltava River – and the public transportation system is…
With notoriously bad traffic and next-to-impossible parking, it's best to avoid driving until it's time to leave San Francisco. Fortunately, there are plenty of excellent ways to get around. Most locals walk, bike, ride Muni (the public transit network of buses and streetcars) or ride-share instead of taking a car. The city also has three…
Beef and malbec may be Argentina’s most well-known food and drink, but there is more to the country’s food and drink scene than perfectly grilled steak and red wine. Due in part to the immigration of millions of Europeans to Argentina at the turn of the 20th century, the country’s cuisine is an eclectic mix…
It’s hard not to fall in love with Hong Kong at first sight, a disarmingly high-rise metropolis in the dreamiest of island settings. Then you start to discover just how memorable the food scene is, how vibrant the nightlife is, how endless the shopping is – and game over, you’re smitten. Hong Kong truly is…
On October 11, Japan will finally open its doors to independent travel following more than two years of some of the world’s toughest border restrictions. The country is also bringing back visa-free entry for visitors from more than 60 countries. Does that mean it will be as easy to visit now as it was pre-pandemic? Sort…
Looking for a great reason to start planning your next adventure? In this series, we share the most compelling events, attractions and experiences that will have you booking a trip to the world's most exciting destinations. Sitting on the dock of the Bay this fall, you can feel the creative tide turning. In San Francisco's…