Bounded by the Tâmega and Douro Rivers, Marco de Canaveses is in the granite highlands of Northern Portugal. One glance at mountains, evergreen forest, river valleys and vineyards and you may be ready to lace up your boots. You may also want to sample local flavours, as Marco de Canaveses is a seriously fruitful wine …
Now a cosy seaside town, Falmouth was once the second busiest port in the British Empire. From 1668 to 1851 Falmouth was a Royal Mail packet station, handling post and precious shipments from across Europe and the Empire. The location was no coincidence as Falmouth Harbour (Carrick Roads) is the third largest natural harbour on …
Not as touristy as many of the bigger cities in Patagonia, Esquel is a town in the Chubut province that provides a laid back base for exploring the outdoors. This Welsh-founded pueblo of just 28,000 people is the perfect place to relax after checking off all the must-do items on your Patagonia bucket list. But …
A suburb of Victoria, Saanich is the largest and most populous municipality on Vancouver Island. The sprawling suburb is divided into two by the Patricia Bay Highway; Saanich East and Saanich West. Both Saanich East and Saanich West have much to offer, being home to shops, restaurants, parks and other attractions. Whether you want to …
Tilcara is perhaps the liveliest little pre-colonial village along the Quebrada de Humahuaca. If you’re making this spectacular drive through some of Argentina’s most dramatic landscapes, spend the night (or a few) in Tilcara for a great town square, fun bars and restaurants, and plenty of historical and natural highlights. It’s artsy yet local, and …
The largest city in British Columbia’s Okanagan region, Kelowna sits right in the heart of the province’s wine region. It is a magnificent city that sits along the east banks of Okanagan Lake and is surrounded by mountains. Kelowna has so much to offer throughout the entire year, with the valley and mountains playing a …
A seaboard that consists of 910 miles of coastline is sure to offer some astonishing sandy beaches. Encircled by the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, you can just imagine the variety of Nicaraguan Beaches. Whether you are looking for isolated, busy, white sand, black sand, tamed or wild beaches, there is a beach for …
Serene and pristine, Turks and Caicos is a once in a lifetime destination that is simply unforgettable. Humbly home to a breathtaking coastline, beautiful beaches and some of the most incredible hotels in the Caribbean, Turks and Caicos is truly a hidden gem. There are dozens of hotels in Turks and Caicos, but admittedly many …
When you think of Malibu, you may imagine million-dollar mansions, private clubs, celebrities and beautiful landscapes. Well, you’re not far off. Malibu is a city west of L.A. and seven miles north of Santa Monica along the Pacific Coast Highway. Once you hit the ‘Malibu’ sign, you will start the 27 miles of scenic landscapes …
From the white sandy coast of Cape Cod Bay to the bluffs of Martha’s Vineyard, the beaches in Massachusetts are nothing less than astonishing. There are beaches suited to the experience you enjoy best; some are lined with restaurants and bars, others are more secluded and natural, with towering sand dunes to explore. The beaches …