Destinations

Call him the inventor of the selfie – Andy Warhol embraced new mediums like video, film and Polaroid portraits, using 20th-century America as his subject. Instantly recognizable, the provocative pop art created by this LGBT icon has become the pride of museums across the US. In celebration of his birthday on August 6, we take

At the end of the first day on the 16-stage Slovenia Green Wellness Route, which launched on June 22 this year, a climb — mild but continual — reminds your legs that you are indeed cycling in the Alps.  Your eyes need no such reminder. From the route’s starting point in Ljubljana, Slovenia’s capital, the

With its vibrant public art, booming craft beer scene, iconic museums and a state park smack dab in its center, Indianapolis is much more than just the host city for the largest single-day sporting event on the planet, the Indianapolis 500.  While car culture is indeed king in Indy, countless public trails and a central

Botswana is famous for remarkable wilderness areas such as the epic Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park – and the chance to experience them by staying in some seriously fancy luxury lodges – making this one of the best destinations in Africa for wildlife lovers. The country is a unique playground for amateur anglers and birdwatching

New York City is a special place for queer people around the world. It’s here where the modern LGBTIQ+ rights movement was born, and throughout the years, NYC continues to be a safe haven for people from all walks of life. In the musical Rent, Angel famously starts off the song “Santa Fe” by saying

From city jungles to steamy rainforests, thundering waterfalls to mist-covered cloud forests, in Panama you’re never far from a wild hiking adventure and the chance to get up close to some fascinating flora and fauna. Whether you want an easy day hike or an epic jungle expedition, you’ll find a trail to suit your fitness

There are few sights as awe-inspiring as the night sky, with the cloudy band of the Milky Way and the planets shining overhead. While most people travel for daytime sightseeing or adventure experiences, there are plenty of reasons to plan extra time into your vacation to enjoy stargazing in the US when the skies are

Kraków is packed with more museums than any other Polish city. There’s so much to see:  venerable age-old edifices, architecturally striking former homes of renowned Polish painters, modern spaces showcasing contemporary art and multimedia exhibitions and quirky little museums dedicated to local institutions such as the Kraków bagel. Some museums are independent, although many of

Beautiful shorelines and dreamy marshes dot South Carolina’s idyllic Atlantic coast. But there’s much more to experience in the Palmetto State, named for the trees that became a symbol of liberty because of their ability to absorb the force of British cannonballs during the 1776 battle at Fort Moultrie. Look beyond showstopping destinations such as

Copenhagen is known for its hygge, Tivoli and interior design. But this seaside city also has a unique swimming culture with many different places offering up opportunities for a dip in the ocean. It has even been named the best city in the world for swimming, and swimming all year round is an important part

Indianapolis might be best known for its racetrack and stadium, but the Indiana state capital also has two state parks and hundreds of green spaces. Whether bundled up in winter coats or baring sun-kissed shoulders in the long-awaited heat of summer, residents and visitors with kids swarm to the 130 playgrounds scattered around the city

On a visit to Algeria, writer Henry Wismayer and photographer Marcus Westberg venture into the country’s awe-inspiring (and seldom visited) interior.  In another gulch of geological marvels, at the end of an arcade of russet outcroppings, stands The Hedgehog. Its uppermost dome is a carapace of rumpled stone; its underside is scoured smooth by eons

Did you travel all the way to an idyllic Caribbean island only to find yourself watching an NFL game on the big screen at a pool bar surrounded by a bunch of people you could have easily mingled with at a strip mall sports bar back home? When you’re looking for the convenient comforts of

Whether you’re cruising to the beach or riding to the store, pedal power is often the most practical and fun way to get around on Cape Cod. While most of the Cape’s main roads are bike-friendly, traffic can be notoriously heavy and parking is limited during the busy Cape summers. Fortunately, there are plenty of

There is no better way to experience Qatar than through its festivals. During the winter, Qatar’s festivities explode onto the scene, thriving on a sense of community and offering a variety of unique experiences. Whether you want to be educated, entertained, or fed, Qatar’s festivals highlight local talent and offer a little bit of something

Taiwanese culture is an intriguing tangle of traditional Chinese customs and Japanese sensibilities, permeated with island-wide free 4G and an insatiable commercial drive. The epitome of all things Taiwan is its capital Taipei, a city so safe that you’d be wise to worry more about the weather than your wallet. While you may leave your laptop unattended

With a glorious medieval town square, an immense food scene and many fascinating historical districts, Kraków is the cultural capital of Poland. But venture out of the city for a day and you’ll add even more context to your travels, while also experiencing other aspects of local life. Whether it’s a trip to the harrowing

Salzburg can feel terribly grand, with its parade of palaces and squares, where the prince-archbishops once wafted around and horse-drawn carriages clip-clop past evoking the glory days of the Hapsburg Empire. So it comes as a (very pleasant) surprise that you can see so much of the city without spending a single cent. Mozart symphonies,

Has any country gained as much cachet in recent years as South Korea? Once overlooked by travelers headed to its bigger East Asian neighbors, the country is turning into an obsession for many, thanks to its cutting-edge technology, trendy cuisine, the world’s biggest pop bands and some of the most exciting movies and TV series

For those driven by nature, landscapes and the open road, Egypt is the perfect road trip circuit. Beyond the inner city traffic of Cairo, Egypt’s roads take you along winding coastlines and deep into the majestic mountains.  With your own vehicle, or a chartered car or 4WD, Egypt offers some excellent adventures by road. So,