Tanzania’s Swahili Coast has been a hub of seafaring trade since medieval times. Its cosmopolitan culinary tradition reflects a network of maritime links that once stretched across the Indian Ocean to Arabia, Asia and, more recently, Europe. Fresh seafood, curries and biryanis dominate the Zanzibar Archipelago, where scents of coriander, coconut and cloves drift through…
The undulating landscape that surrounds Rio de Janeiro is studded with wilderness-backed beaches, ancient sites and fascinating smaller-scale urban hubs. But the fact of the matter is that public transport outside the city lacks efficiency. Trips to destinations that, on paper, appear potentially close – such as the cobbled streets of Paraty or the island…
Jacques Leizerovici is delighted to take the helm of the luxury resort on Mudhdhoo Island in Baa Atoll. Dusit Thani Maldives has appointed Mr Jacques Leizerovici as its new General…
When you eventually pass away, wouldn’t you want your family to remember you with a party each year? You’d be welcomed home with your favorite foods, music, jokes and elaborate personalized decorations. Two days would be dedicated to the good times you shared and keeping the fun rolling. We love this light-hearted look at death,…
Taiwan is a breeze to visit. Transportation is convenient, stores and restaurants hit the spot surprisingly often, and the local saying, "Taiwan’s greatest beauty lies in its people," is not true, because so much here is at least equally lovely. That said, it doesn’t hurt to know a few things before you go. Here are…
London-based writer Séamas O'Reilly explains why he thinks travelers should skip the landmark Buckingham Palace and instead immerse themselves in one of the city's most eccentric homes. It’s sometimes hard to be a tourist in your own city, but the best thing you can say about London is that it makes this easy by basically being…
With four official languages yet a distinct sense of national identity, Switzerland is a mix of cultures and at the same time innately Swiss – and that goes for its cuisine, too. Different regions draw on culinary influences from neighbouring Italy, Germany, France and Austria, while sharing a love of homegrown products born of the…
Emma Donoghue is a Canadian-Irish novelist, playwright and screenwriter best known for her book and film Room, which received four Oscar nominations in 2016. She currently lives with her French partner and their children in Paris but travels widely to research her novels (her fifteenth is out next summer) and promote her books and movies. Her…
Bahamian food blends African, European and New World traditions to create an uncomplicated, tongue-tingling island cuisine. Throw in superb local seafood, tropical produce and rum-based treats derived from centuries of Caribbean and North Atlantic sugar production, and you’ve got the ideal sustenance for exploring this emerald-green subtropical archipelago. You’ll find a standard repertoire of dishes…
Home to tropical beaches, pre-Columbian ruins and some of the world’s most celebrated cooking, Mexico has long captivated visitors. Its hiking trails, however, remain little known, which is great news for those eager to experience the nation’s diverse scenery without the crowds. Mexico’s trails can take you through astonishing landscapes, from newly formed lava fields…