In the late 1600s, a small group of settlers who had been living a tumultuous life on the coast of Massachusetts migrated inland in order to cultivate a peaceful existence that was not constantly turned upside down by pirates and marauders. What is now known as Gloucester, Massachusetts was once referred to as Dogtown—thanks to…
As soon as you cross the ivy-lined 16th century gothic stone bridge that leads into the medieval French village of Estaing, you will feel as though you have departed the 21st century and stepped into the distant past. Estaing is celebrated for its sprawling castle that offers a stunning view of a rushing river, a…
Itβs easy to group Africa into broad travel ideas, but once youβre there, each place feels distinct. One country may centre on wildlife and conservation, while another focuses more on history or daily life in towns and markets. The destinations in this guide highlight that range. Youβll see how volcanic landscapes shape northern Rwanda, how…
Most trips to Europe follow a familiar pattern, moving between well-known cities and landmarks. That works, but it doesnβt always show much of what sits in between. This guide focuses on five different ways to experience Europe by spending more time in those in-between spaces. It includes rural cycling routes, alpine walking areas, smaller coastal…
The chilly cliffs of the Faroe Islands—which are located between Iceland and Norway—are the perfect backdrop for the lair of a super villain capable of taking down one of cinemaβs most celebrated secret agents. In the 2021 film No Time to Die, fictional British spy James Bond finally met his match on a windswept mountain…
Planning a trip to Europe from the USA, UK, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada means a lot of moving parts. Flights, trains, city switches, and somewhere between all of it, you need your phone to just work. Maps loading at a busy train station, a booking confirmation pulling up at a hotel desk, a quick…
Have you ever wanted to leave everything behind and head out on the road in an old van? Most people have, at least once. That restless urge sits at the heart of Into the Wild, Sean Pennβs raw and deeply affecting film based on the real story of Christopher McCandless, the young man who renamed…
A summer holiday is a perfect opportunity to re-energise your body and mind, and to return to your daily life feeling refreshed. But to get the maximum benefit from your break, youβll need to approach it in the right way. Letβs consider a few worthwhile tips that might allow you to do exactly that. Plan…