Some travelers like to admire a city from above—preferably while floating in warm water, pretending their inbox doesn’t exist. That’s where panoramic rooftop pools come in. But honestly? That trend is only the first page of the story. The pool world gets weirder (and better): there are purpose-built training pools for freedivers, “sunken city” dive…
When most people think of colorful landscapes, they think of lush plants, blooming flowers, and towering trees. The black volcanic sand, blue icebergs, and pink skies of Iceland’s Diamond Beach—also known locally as Jökulsárlón Ice Beach—prove that chilly landscapes can be just as vibrant as any tropical destination. Located approximately 5 hours outside of Reykjavik,…
Most visitors experience Turkey through Istanbul’s skyline or Antalya’s beaches. Central and western Turkey remain quieter, slower — and far more intimate. Here, history isn’t fenced off behind crowds, and landscapes unfold without spectacle. I put together a self-drive route through four lesser-known Turkish cities, passing through Sufi cultural centers, ancient ruins, Ottoman fortresses, national…
Palms, sea light, warm air. You land at Las Américas (SDQ) and one choice sets the mood. How to reach the city fast, with no drama. If you like a fixed price and a driver waiting inside Arrivals, book with Kiwitaxi — an easy way to arrange a taxi from Santo Domingo Airport. Pick your car…
Dubai is usually photographed like a promise — all glass curves and futuristic ambition. But slow down, and the city begins to reveal a quieter personality. One that lives in restored alleys, unexpected wetlands, drifting ships, and places that don’t try to impress you at first glance. Finding these corners requires curiosity — and flexibility….
Ever since Frankenstein author Mary Shelley and her husband, poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, wrote about their dreamy excursion to an idyllic alpine farming community in the early 1800s, the Swiss village of Wengen has been a sought-after mountain getaway. Car-free yet located on a railway line, Wengen is the ideal place to enjoy the quiet…
When Lonely Planet says you must do the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it means it deserves a place on your bucket list. And when it comes to trekking in the Annapurna Region, few experiences compare to the beautifully designed 10-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek. The trail takes you through lush forests, traditional villages, rivers, streams,…
There’s a moment that happens somewhere between booking a flight and imagining your first backward roll into warm blue water, when the Philippines starts to feel very real. Maybe it’s the thought of reef walls disappearing into the deep, or maybe it’s the quiet excitement of knowing that for a week, your hotel will gently…
