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…
Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC / Visit Maldives) has concluded the exclusive ‘Maldives Media Meet’ press conference held on the sidelines of ATM 2023 on 2nd May 2023…
Home to some of the greatest artworks, historical monuments and food on the planet, and with the kind of varied landscapes that you often have to cross continents to see, Italy elates, inspires and moves its visitors like few other countries. From its art- and architecture-stuffed cities to its astonishing diversity of natural landscapes –…
In our 5 Shops series, we’ll point you in the direction of our favorite independent shops across some of the world’s best cities. From food markets to bookshops, vintage and homespun designs, we’ve found a diverse and exciting mix of local retailers where you can pick up one-of-a-kind pieces. For a long time, retailers in…
South Africa is the ninth-biggest country in Africa, so figuring how to get around in the country in an efficient way takes some serious thought and planning. Whether you're going by rail, road or air, here are the top tips for traveling around South Africa. Scout new ways to explore the planet's wildest places with…