When most people picture Sri Lanka, they imagine misty tea plantations or the famous train journey through the Central Highlands. And while those experiences remain spectacular, there’s a quiet shift happening in how travelers are discovering the island. The south is having a moment. Recent floods in the hill country have reminded visitors that Sri […]
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Ribeira Sacra: Spain’s Secret Wine Region
When most people picture wine country, they imagine flat valleys and endless rows of vines laid out in perfect order. Ribeira Sacra is nothing like that. In this remote corner of Galicia, in northwest Spain, vineyards aren’t planted on rolling hills – they cling to canyon walls. Some are so steep that grape picking is […]
Bucket List Alert: The Northern Lights Are Peaking This Winter
Since I was a child, I’ve dreamed of seeing the aurora borealis, picturing the brilliant colors dancing across the night sky. This winter is the perfect time to witness them, as the sun’s 11-year solar cycle reaches its peak, making the auroras more vivid than ever. Whether you choose Tromsø or Fairbanks, don’t miss nature’s […]
Caribbean Dreamin’
The best sailing area in the world? The Grenadines. Without a shadow of a doubt. I just can’t get enough. Every time I fly in, on a little twin-prop, gazing down at the blue paradise that is Tobago Cays, my heart skips a beat. Then the nervous anticipation of exhilarating sailing in the Atlantic is […]
On the Odysseus trail in Ithaca
Winter Wonderland in the Pacific Northwest
Our highlights of the trip: Trip summary: Vancouver’s spectacular setting on the Pacific coast ringed by snow-covered mountains is hard to beat. If you can brave the cold, head to the Seawall circling Stanley Park for the best views, then warm up in one of the city’s many cafes – coffee culture is huge. Historic […]
Beyond Marathon: Greece’s Secret Running Paradise
Yes, Greece is known for being the birthplace of the marathon, but let’s face it, this OG race doesn’t quite get the same buzz as its European or American counterparts. But here’s the thing – Greece has got some serious running cred, and it’s just waiting for you to discover it. The ancients knew this […]
Road trip time: Mainland Greece!
Our highlights of the trip: Trip summary: Mainland Greece oozes history, spectacular scenery, and beaches! It’s an amazing place for a road trip! You could spend anywhere from a couple of days out of Athens, to a couple of weeks touring without getting bored. If you haven’t got long, then focus on Delphi and Meteora, […]