15 top things to do in Croatia

There’s much more to Croatia than its glittering Adriatic coast. While you absolutely shouldn’t miss all those dazzling islands and the beauty of Dubrovnik and Split, the country also offers sophisticated culture in Zagreb, baroque beauty in Varaždin and a range of landscapes throughout the country that promise both beautiful views and hair-raising adventures. As you plan your trip…

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What it’s like on the brand new Trans Bhutan Trail

Communities come first on Bhutan’s restored long-distance hiking trail, which promotes slow travel and socio-economic opportunities for remote villages. Bhutan’s Guardians of Peace emerged from among the spruce trees glowing orange in their uniforms, climbing quietly over moss and mulch with the stealth of a streak of tigers. They stopped to chat, curious to see…

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When to go to Colombia

Colombia's equatorial position means temperatures fluctuate by altitude, not the time of year, so with the country's diversity of landscapes, almost anytime is a good time to visit. The changes in altitude also mean Colombia has many microclimates and mini dry and wet seasons to factor in, although most places have little temperature variation between…

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Washington State’s stupendous national parks

Generously endowed with an abundance of protected federal land, the state of Washington is home to a trio of stupendous national parks. There’s Mt Rainier, famed for its eponymous volcano; Olympic, a striking green wilderness with a little-touched roadless interior; and North Cascades, a crinkled web of mountains that could be a small slice of Alaska…

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11 incredible spring break destinations

The arrival of March brings spring to much of the northern hemisphere. And after months of gray days and long nights, it’s about time. Now’s the moment to shake off the winter blues and last bits of snow with an incredible spring getaway. Our list features top spring-break destinations – with a couple of surprises thrown…

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12 best beaches in the Caribbean

With its palm-fringed bays, shallow reefs and rustic rum bars, the Caribbean offers some of the world’s best tropical beach breaks. You’ll find thousands of beaches with clear waters and warm weather on these diverse islands, which extend in a chain from the southern tip of Florida to the northern coast of Venezuela. From St…

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Escape New York City with these 6 top day trips in the tri-state area

If there's one thing New York City does better than most other US destinations, it's overloading the senses. Should you want to escape the Big Apple to unplug from the noise and disconnect from the constant activity, you only need a full tank of gas or a ride on the city’s public transportation. Within two hours…

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