Wisconsin’s Eagle Bluff Lighthouse
Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Museum in Door County, Wisconsin is a beacon for sailors and a fun place to learn about the history of lighthouse keepers in the U.S.
Uppsala Sweden: A Hike and Fika
Uppsala Sweden. Just outside of Stockholm, this city has a spectacularly huge pink castle as well as a lovely river, hiking paths and good places for Fika.
Fort Davis, A Memorable Spot in West Texas
In the mountains of West Texas, at 4900 feet is Fort Davis, a beguiling town that’s surrounded by desert.
Antoni Gaudí’s Home in Comillas in Cantabria
A visit to Antoni Gaudí’s seaside bachelor pad in the little village of Comillas in Cantabria, Spain. Touring this curvy, spectacular house built in 1885.
Indonesia’s Sumba Island
Sumba Island, one of the thousands that make up Indonesia, is a special place to this traveler who suggests it is also a place to retire and start a tourism business.
Southern Egypt’s Grand Temples: Abu Simbel
In Southern Egypt’s desert, the remarkable Grand Temples at Abu Simbel are one of the world’s most dazzling sights. How to visit the temple in Egypt.
Wooden Ships, Iron Men and Patrick O’Brian
Exploring the rich history of sailing vessels around the world, inspired by author Patrick O’Brian who wrote 20 books about seafaring and naval battles.
Oman’s Best Hiking Spots
Hiking spots in Ad Dakhiliyah Oman, including Jebel Akhdar, Wakan Village and Misfat Arbiyeen. Tips on hiking in this mountainous land.
Arctic Winter Adventures in Sweden and Norway
The authors wanted a Christmas holiday somewhere fun, so they drove their VW van thousands of km north in Sweden and Norway for an arctic adventure.
Inspiring Ely Minnesota, Winter Activities are #1
Located on Lake Superior near the Canadian border, winter in Ely Minnesota is the perfect time to snowshoe, dogsled, XC-Ski or warm up by a campfire.
Slovenia’s the Perfect Place for Canyoning
Neither of us was particularly seasoned at canyoning, or extreme outdoor sports, but we agreed our honeymoon was the perfect opportunity to push our comfort zones.
Lanai, Hawaii’s Tiny, Mysterious Island
Foreboding apprehensions and strange occurrences that happen on Lanai—the most mysterious and one of the least populated of the Hawaiian Isles.
The Best Travel Stories of 2020
The Best travel stories of 2020, selected by our editors and readers for the year. Ten stories that were judged the best of travel writing for the year.
Tallahassee by Land and Sea
While Tallahassee isn’t on the coast, it offers a wealth of watery possibilities, from paddleboarding to kayaking the rivers that run through it.
Corinth, Greece, Home of an Ancient Canal
In the center of Greece, in the city of Corinth, there’s an isthmus with a canal crossing it. Corinth is a town full of ancient history and ruins, worth a visit.
Soaring in Balloons High Above Snowmass, Colorado
Snowmass Colorado, the Balloon festival at one of America’s top ski areas, enjoying Snowmass in summer.