Montpellier – nicknamed the surdouée, the wonder child – is a city that buzzes with life and Mediterranean light. In its medieval glory days, it was a cosmopolitan center of trade and learning with influences from the Arab, Jewish and Christian worlds. But it slipped off the beaten track until the 1980s, when it changed…
There are many ways to visit Cuba. Many price points, too. While the country’s unique circumstances may not make the island the best place in the world for shoestring backpackers, you can certainly save money if you understand a bit of the local mecánica (Cuban way of doing things). The bulk of tourists head to…
Villa Hotels & Resorts is now rebranded as Villa Resorts. The famous Maldivian Hotel brand recently underwent a rebranding process and subsequently changed the names of their resorts. Holiday Island…
A road trip around Spain is an excellent way to explore the country’s unique natural and cultural heritage as well as savor its delectable cuisine at every pit stop. On the road, you’ll be awestruck by medieval castles and ancient cities, charming seaside towns, towering mountain ranges and coastlines that stretch for miles. And Spain’s pueblos…
Studded with thousands of castles, old villages and vineyards, the Loire valley feels like a step back in time. In western France, this region blends history, nature and the French art de vivre (way of life) like no other. Crossed by the Loire, the last wild river in Europe, the area is a Unesco World Heritage…
When the halfway point of the year hits, it’s the perfect time to be out on your next adventure. Sitting pretty just outside of soaring peak-season prices, June’s sunny summer days in the northern hemisphere are ideal for exploration. In the southern hemisphere, June brings the dry season and incredible opportunities to embrace nature. Want…
In Lonely Plan-It, we take you step by step through how we put together some of the most complicated travel adventures. Here, travel writer and outdoors enthusiast Anna Richards explains how she hiked the Armenian section of the under-the-radar Transcaucasian Trail. I knew very little about Armenia before deciding to hike the Transcaucasian Trail (TCT),…
If you’re looking to experience some of Africa’s centuries-old traditions, then Nigeria should be top of your list. In the northern half of the country, indigenous architecture with elaborate motifs and emirates steeped in ancient history are a constant attraction for visitors; in the south, you can explore vibrant markets, caves, waterfalls and be part…
New Orleans is a fairly small city, but it's big enough that getting around town can require some planning. If you're staying in the French Quarter, avoid the congestion, potholes and lack of parking by getting around on foot. But if you're looking to explore more of the city, you'll need more than your own…
It’s hard to escape the allure of Puerto Rico's natural beauty. With its wealth of breathtaking landscapes, lush forests, misty mountains, and stunning waterfalls, there’s no shortage of heart-stirring adventures for nature lovers. From bioluminescent bays that light up the night to seaside caves, the Island’s natural wonders will leave you in awe of its…