Sandra has recently returned from her native Azores, where she was researching the upcoming Pocket Azores guidebook, out in October 2024. Here she shares her local knowledge of the archipelago to help you choose the best island for your trip. Famous for hiking trails and lagoons, inactive volcanoes and whale watching, the Azores naturally appeal to
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Whitney Spielfogel If you haven’t been to the Silversands Grand Anse hotel in Grenada, with its striking design and the longest infinity pool in all the Caribbean, you’ve been missing out. On February 1, 2024, another Silversands property opened its doors in Grenada, Silversands Beach House, a truly unique boutique oceanfront retreat on the island’s prestigious Portici Beach,
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It’s difficult to do justice to Canada’s awe-inspiring landscapes. Words can never fully capture what you see with your eyes: towering snow-capped mountains, azure lakes and lush evergreen forests filled with fascinating wildlife. And perhaps the best way to take it all in? On your own two feet. Covering nearly 10 million sq km (3.8 million
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Despite the Côte d’Azur’s postcard image of beaches and palm trees, much of the Alpes-Maritimes – the French département (province) which lies in the Côte d’Azur’s embrace – is covered by alpine terrain. From Nice, it’s easy to explore the region’s little-known alpine hinterland on windy rural roads with twisty hairpin bends and impatient local drivers, but
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Lovers of sand, surf and theme parks will findno shortage of fun things to do in Florida. From bustling metropolises that are havens for foodies and party people to tranquil beaches and stunning national parks, the Sunshine State offers thrills aplenty, and Florida’s dazzling selection of theme parks pushes the state to the top of
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The Pink Lady® Food Photographer of the Year 2024 competition, awarding amateur and professional photographers for excellence in food photography has unveiled the delicious images from the finalists. The contest celebrating the art of photography and film through the universal language of food garnered thousands of photos from more than 65 countries across the globe
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Sapphire blue and encircled by the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Lake Tahoe is almost mirage-like in its beauty. Its reputation for world-class ski resorts, lake beaches and hiking trails precedes it. But in this popular alpine beauty spot, it’s all too easy to carve a canyon-sized hole in your bank account.  Planning a budget trip to
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In the battle to safeguard the planet’s endangered ecosystems, Canada is a global leader. Some of the world’s oldest, best managed, and biodiverse national parks reside north of the 49th parallel, collected under the umbrella of Parks Canada, a growing network of nearly 50 parks inaugurated since 1911. The interconnecting Rocky Mountain parks – with
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With its white-sand beaches and green palms aplenty, Miami is an aesthetically pleasing tropical paradise – but it can be more or less so depending on when you visit.  The year-round South Florida heat can be pleasant at times, especially for snowbirds (northerners traveling south for some winter sunshine), but you might prefer to travel outside
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Bandista, the hidden speakeasy at Four Seasons Hotel Houston Houston might not be top of mind when planning a relaxing getaway. But after three nights at Four Seasons Hotel Houston, I enthusiastically endorse “Space City” as an indulgent retreat destination. While any Four Seasons hotel or resort promises the height of luxurious hospitality (ahhh, that Four
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In Lake Tahoe, the peaks of the Sierra Nevada rise above turquoise waters so clear you can peer more than 70 feet below the surface. In winter, skiers prize the Tahoe Basin’s 14 ski areas, while in summer, people flock to beaches, hiking and biking trails. Perhaps the best time to visit Lake Tahoe is
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As the world’s second-largest country by land mass, Canada abound with things to do and places to see for all types of travelers. Canada’s sensational cities offer world-class shopping, attractions and culinary delights. And the majestic mountains, far-reaching forests and trio of ocean coastlines offer an outdoor playground for nature lovers who are looking to
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