hiking
See the best of Thailand on these 9 amazing hikesJan 8, 2025 • 7 min read
In dense jungles, on palm-fringed islands, atop cloudy mountains and more, follow these trails to enjoy Thailand’s top hikes.
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attractionIceland’s top 20 geothermal pools and spasJan 8, 2025 • 8 min read
Thanks to Iceland’s abundance of geothermal heat, most towns have at least one heated pool, with a hot pot, sauna and hot tub. Here are 20 of the best.
tips and adviceHanoi vs Ho Chi Minh City: which Vietnamese city has the edge?Jan 8, 2025 • 7 min read
Let two travel experts try to convince you to visit their Vietnamese city of choice – Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
destination practicalitiesAll the ways to get around Venice (hint: you’ll need a boat)Jan 8, 2025 • 5 min read
Everything you need to know about the Venice’s vaporettos, buses, gondolas – and everything in between.
destination practicalitiesHow to get your cell phone connected in Cambodia: eSIMs, wi-fi and mobile networksJan 8, 2025 • 8 min read
Want to use your phone in Cambodia? Use this guide to get connected.
festivals and eventsThe best times to visit Venice for festivals, fireworks or fewer crowdsJan 8, 2025 • 4 min read
As one of the world's most beguiling destinations, magical Venice is nearly always busy. But we've got the inside track of the best times to visit.
water sports7 of the best scuba diving destinations in the USAJan 8, 2025 • 8 min read
From artifact-filled quarries and historic shipwrecks to thrilling shark encounters in the Pacific, here are the best scuba diving destinations in the USA.
public transportHow get around Cambodia by bus, motorcycle, boat and moreJan 8, 2025 • 8 min read
Compact Cambodia is surprisingly easy to get around – if you know the right ways.
sustainable travel24 of the world’s most incredible train journeys to book in 2025Jan 8, 2025 • 11 min read
From cutting through the countryside to connecting cities, these 24 railway journeys offer entirely new perspectives on a destination.
shopping15 ways to experience Naples’ famous charmsJan 7, 2025 • 7 min read
“Rome is the heart of Italy, but Naples is its soul,” an Italian saying goes. Here are 15 ways to take in the charm of this southern Italian city.
festivals and eventsAbu Dhabi in five days: mosques, museums, races and moreJan 7, 2025 • 10 min read
How I spent five action-packed days in the Emirati capital, culminating in the heart-pumping annual Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
hiking12 of the best hikes in AustraliaJan 7, 2025 • 16 min read
From scenic day walks to epic treks that take several weeks, these are some of the best hiking routes in Australia.
destination practicalitiesOff to the Philippines? Keep these 12 tips in mindJan 7, 2025 • 9 min read
Before you set off to this fabulous Southeast Asian nation, consider familiarizing yourself with these pointers.
destination practicalitiesVisiting Bend, Oregon: 8 tips for planning your tripJan 7, 2025 • 6 min read
From being nice to securing park permits, here's everything you need to know to act like a local on your trip to Bend, Oregon.
sportsPlan a trip to an F1 race with these expert tipsJan 7, 2025 • 12 min read
Experience a Grand Prix with these top tips on tickets, circuits and places to stay for the ultimate Formula 1 weekend.
tips and adviceThe 8 best places to visit in PanamaJan 7, 2025 • 6 min read
Panama is so much more than a window into the canal: Wildlife, chic cityscapes, outdoor adventure and idyllic beaches abound.
food and drinkThe best tapas dishes in Madrid and where to find themJan 7, 2025 • 7 min read
Tapas is a social and gastronomic ritual that is definitively Spanish. Don't miss our top picks for the best tapas spots in Madrid.
destination practicalitiesThe ultimate Ha Giang loop itineraryJan 7, 2025 • 10 min read
This spectacular ride through the northern mountains is one of Vietnam’s top experiences for good reason. Here’s the best way to tackle the route.
beachesWhich island offers the best taste of Caribbean life?Jan 6, 2025 • 3 min read
If you want more than an all-inclusive beachfront resort, we have the Caribbean-island pick for you.
activitiesThe top 13 ways to explore PanamaJan 6, 2025 • 10 min read
The most difficult part of traveling to Panama is deciding what to take in among its diverse landscape and incredible activities. Here are our top 13 picks.
beachesBora Bora's 8 best beaches offer a taste of paradiseJan 6, 2025 • 7 min read
Bora Bora’s lagoon is outrageously picturesque, and its palm-shaded beaches are just as beautiful. Here's our pick of the best beaches on Bora Bora.
beaches6 of the best beaches in Naples, ItalyJan 6, 2025 • 4 min read
There are some great spots where you can enjoy a lovely day by the sea in Naples. Here are our top picks of the city's best beaches.