Spain’s gorgeous capitals are must-see stops on any European tour. But the authentic heart of the country beats on the outskirts, in Spain’s rural plains and villages. It beats in the dehesas – bucolic pastures where cork and holm oaks dot the landscape, providing a sustainable source of income from the regular harvesting of cork. …
Campervanning has always been a popular way to get around New Zealand, especially for travelers on a budget. This is in part thanks to the popularity of “freedom camping” (a system that allows parking overnight in designated areas at no cost across the country). Having traveled the considerable length of Aotearoa (New Zealand’s Māori language …
The drive along Italy’s Amalfi Coast, preferably in a vintage Alfa Romeo Spider, is the stuff of travel legend. And it’s just one of dozens of epic road trip routes in this fascinating, richly layered country. Don’t be put off by stories of impatient local drivers – the countryside here was made for exploring by …
Chicago has enough cloud-poking towers, rockin’ live-music clubs and world-class museums to keep you occupied for weeks. But just beyond city limits, you can also scale sand dunes at a national park, rev a Harley and amble around wineries. Here are 17 easy day trips that are no more than three hours away from Chicago. …
Stretching from the Eastern Plains to the Rocky Mountains, Colorado is rightly famous for its breathtaking landscapes. Crossing this rugged state will take you past soaring mountains, sun-drenched plains, red rock mesas and high-altitude deserts – all of which look especially fetching through a car or RV windshield. Fans of road trips are in for …
Bavaria’s stunning landscapes, deep-rooted traditions, wealth of cultural monuments and diverse UNESCO World Heritage sites make it a must-visit destination in Germany. You can head to famous landmarks, breathtaking national parks, captivating castles and buzzing cities, before discovering lakeside retreats, ornate palaces, family-run vineyards, lesser-known towns and, of course, plenty of beer. Bavaria is also …
Whether you’ve chartered a car and driver or hired your own motorcycle to venture out alone, rumbling across the varied roads and terrains of India is an unforgettable way to experience this sensational country. The simple act of traveling from A to B will immerse you in the sights and sounds of the world’s most …
The Côte d’Azur has a mythical quality; an ancient stretch of coastline with legends of the Cannes red carpet and Monaco’s yacht-filled port. Yet despite its fame (and literal fortune), the ‘Côte d’Azur’ doesn’t have clearly defined borders. In fact, it never did. The term originally comes from a novel by Stéphen Liégeard, where the …
A Texas road trip can create memories that last a lifetime. In between Austin and El Paso are hundreds of miles that weave through vast landscapes under that iconic expansive sky. Starting in the “Live Music Capital of the World” this trip will have you wine tasting in the Hill Country, horseback riding on dude …
Situated conveniently along the Tennessee River and numerous highways, Chattanooga’s long been valued for its strategic importance (it was dubbed the “gateway to the Deep South” during the Civil War). After you’ve done the scenic walks along the Walnut Street Bridge, wandered the Arts District and other things to do in Chattanooga, it’s time to …