The 7 best day trips from Zürich: spas, waterfalls and mountain views

Stacked with museums, galleries, and Switzerland’s best gourmet scene, Zürich is a pleasure to visit. Excellent public transport also makes the city a fantastic base for exploring the region, with day trip options including visits to charming old towns, soaks in thermal baths and a cruise to an island on Lake Zürich. Here are our favorite…

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Crossing Corsica on the “little train” is the best way to see its spectacular scenery

Our slow travel series explores how you can take more mindful journeys by train, boat, bus or bike – with tips on how to reach your no-fly destination, and what to see and do along the way. We asked Anna Richards to report on her recent train trip across the rugged mountains of Corsica. The…

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Why Casa Vicens is the Gaudí masterpiece you need to visit in Barcelona

Barcelona-based travel journalist and Spain expert Isabella Noble recommends an enthralling, off-radar monument for travelers keen to learn about the great Modernista architect Antoni Gaudí, with one of Barcelona’s loveliest neighborhoods right on the doorstep.  Adored by both local residents and millions of curious annual visitors, Barcelona’s landmark Modernista monuments are just as key to the…

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The best time to visit Michigan

Every season in Michigan comes with its own side of magic. Summertime buzzes with travelers when draws like the Great Lakes, charming islands and unspoiled wilderness are at their most accessible, but there are also vibrant spring flowers, eye-popping fall foliage, and a vast array of winter sports – and a chance to see the Northern Lights.…

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Yosemite temporarily closes due to flooding

Starting Friday, April 28 at 10 p.m., most of Yosemite National Park will close due to forecasted flooding from snowmelt. The Yosemite Valley closure is currently scheduled through May 3, but the park's Twitter account cautioned it could be extended if necessary. All reservations for campgrounds and lodging during the closure will be refunded, they…

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