Nestled between Spain and the Atlantic Ocean, Portugal is a compact country that you could fit into a two-week road trip. Contrasting with its small size is the country’s diverse culture, cuisine and landscapes that range from the rugged coast in the west to the mountainous inland and from the cool and lush north to the…
Burgundy (Bourgogne in French) is quite literally synonymous with wine. Not just any wine, either: the bottles produced here are some of the most prized on the planet. This beautiful vine-covered region is home to nearly a quarter of France’s wines with the coveted AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée) designation, which means they meet stringent regulations…
Think of the Iberian peninsula, and you’ll have quick visions of Portugal’s fado and tile-fronted buildings, and Spain’s bulls and matadors. Yet there’s a corner of the peninsula that’s more James Joyce than Miguel de Cervantes. Portugal’s northernmost region and Spain’s northwestern corner are lands united by a landscape that’s perpetually green, and a common…
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) is proud to announce that the Maldives stand has won the award for ‘Best Stand Feature’ at the Arabian Travel Market…
As a fourth-generation Michigander who has spent significant time living elsewhere, I can attest to the fact that we’re a unique bunch. We generally have wit and a lean toward sarcasm. We also pronounce things so strangely that you’ll have to get used to our dialect. For example, you have to register your vehicle at…
Idyllic islands, rolling surf, untamed nature and showstopping wildlife all help make Panama an irresistible destination. Sat at the crossroads of the Americas and connecting two oceans, did you know that beyond its cosmopolitan capital and legendary canal, it’s a biodiversity hotspot? Or that this narrow isthmus produces some of the world’s finest – and…
British photographer Holly-Marie Cato has just returned from a trip to Hudson Valley in New York. Here she shares her top tips and recommendations from a destination bursting with postcard-worthy charm. New York City, in many ways, feels like a second home with a familiar and constant energy that I've been revisiting since the age…
Offering a gorgeous lakeside location, over recent years Zürich has cemented its reputation as one of Europe's hippest destinations, with an artsy, post-industrial edge. Ranked as one of the most expensive cities in the world, Zürich and budget travel are not natural bedfellows. But there are ways to make your money go further and many free…
Exploring Switzerland with kids is child’s play. Tuck up on straw in a farmer’s hay barn for a night of sweet dreams. Devour ice-cream cones filled with devilishly thick cream. Craft a chocolate bar made in heaven. Walk on cloud nine with cuddly Saint Bernard dogs across craggy mountain passes. Don crampons to explore Europe’s longest…
If you’re planning a trip to Maine, you’re in good company — one of the state’s nicknames is Vacationland. People flock to New England’s northernmost state for outdoor adventure, scenic coastlines and the cultural attractions of Portland, Maine’s largest city. From speaking the lingo to what to do if you see a moose, these top…