Top 5 hikes in the Algarve

Seabirds wing past as you stand on a lofty promontory watching Atlantic breakers pound the cliffs up and down the shoreline. The trails of the Algarve can take you to dozens of such vantage points overlooking the ceaseless drama of the seaside. Along the way, you can spot wildlife, explore ruins from the distant past…

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Do I need a visa to visit Germany?

For many visitors, entering Germany will be a straightforward procedure, especially for those who wish to stay fewer than 90 days. Here's what you need to know about visas and entry requirements. Get trusted guidance to the world's most breathtaking experiences delivered to your inbox weekly with our email newsletter. Visa-free travel to Germany applies…

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Top 11 things to do in Denver from baseball to tubing South Platte River

A Rocky Mountain megastar, Denver is a thriving city that blends its rich Old West history with a modern, cosmopolitan vibe. Here you’ll find dynamic arts and cultural options woven with a booming food, craft beer and cannabis scene. And with endless sunny days, green spaces galore and a spectacular mountain backdrop, outdoor play is…

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8 of the best places to visit in Alaska: beautiful scenery at every turn

Alaska: the name is a symbol of wild, untamed, natural beauty and expansive, seemingly never-ending landscapes yearning to be explored. "The last frontier" isn’t simply a license plate motto but a way of life in North America’s crown jewel of wilderness. For those seeking to find their spirit through exploration, epic hikes and outdoorsy fun, there…

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7 of the best alternative neighborhoods to visit in San Francisco

It’s easy to find recommendations for typical first-time San Francisco visitor experiences. Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, Haight-Ashbury, the Castro, and Golden Gate Park are all wonderful and each has both well- and lesser-known aspects that are worth seeking out. However, the compact city still has several other neighborhoods begging to…

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16 amazing places to visit in Croatia

With 2500 miles of coastline and close to 1200 islands, Croatia's sun-drenched credentials are impressive – and that's before you add its troves of Roman and Venetian-era architecture, Unesco sites of cultural and natural heritage, and gorgeous nature parks, mountain ranges, lakes and rivers. There's such a diversity of landscapes and cultural attractions that a…

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