Emma Henry 
Sustainable travel means exploring the world in a way that respects the climate and nature crises while making sure the places we visit actually benefit from our presence in the long run. It’s all about finding the right balance—getting the most out of travel while cutting down, or even wiping out, the downsides. What’s going on … Read more
1. Botswana: Best for Hippos Botswana’s top safari spots—the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park—are some of Africa’s most beloved. For a budget-friendly adventure, explore by mokoro (a traditional canoe) or riverboat, then hit the public safari areas where, importantly, both self-drive vehicles and tour trucks are allowed. Expect loads of elephants and hippos along … Read more
While Oktoberfest might be Munich’s biggest attraction, it’s far from the only European city perfect for a beer-filled getaway. From a Polish town dotted with statues of beer-loving gnomes to Sweden’s rising craft-brewing scene, here’s the inside scoop on eight European cities that are ideal for a hoppy escape. 1. Dublin, Ireland Dublin is where … Read more
Switzerland, often called the “playground of Europe,” is a small, mountainous country packed with Alpine adventures—think skiing, sledding down powdery slopes, and exploring endless biking and hiking trails. But there’s more to this place than just stunning landscapes. Here are 10 amazing ways to experience it. Watch water turn into wine in ZürichOn special occasions, … Read more
Walking along the icy edge of the Ukika River, I take a path through a dense evergreen forest of southern beech trees, where clusters of orange fungi—round and golf ball-sized—dot the landscape. The branches are alive with miniature worlds, covered in tiny bryophytes (mosses, liverworts, and hornworts) and draped with wispy strands of old man’s … Read more
Dreamy clips of Kyoto draped in soft pink cherry blossoms and Tokyo’s vibrant anime-style street fashion flood social media, turning Japan into the ultimate dream destination for families with teens. Though Japan has something for everyone—from budget-friendly Tokyo Disneyland to ancient samurai villages, monkey parks, and historic castles—planning a trip can feel overwhelming, says Tamatha … Read more
Towering walls of dark gray stone shoot up over 2,700 feet above the fast, churning Gunnison River, forming one of the most breathtaking canyons in the country. In some spots, it’s deeper than it is wide—this massive gash in the Earth is so tight that sunlight only reaches the bottom around noon. The park safeguards … Read more
Why You Should Visit Biscayne National Park Even though it’s right next to one of the biggest cities in the country, Biscayne National Park’s wild waters, islands, and mangroves stay surprisingly untouched. The park is thriving now, even though back in the 1960s, there were plans to turn it into a huge waterfront neighborhood. Just … Read more
The Chihuahuan Desert is mostly covered in vegetation—bunchgrasses, creosote bushes, cactuses, lechuguillas, yuccas, sotols, and more. But the Rio Grande, with its lush floodplains and steep, narrow canyons, creates what feels like its own little park. The same goes for the Chisos Mountains, where temperatures can be up to 20 degrees cooler than the desert … Read more
This park is home to over 2,000 natural arches—more than anywhere else in the country. But the real magic isn’t in the numbers—it’s in the breathtaking scenery: towering arches, massive balanced rocks, jagged spires, rugged pinnacles, and smooth slickrock domes stretching beneath a vast, open sky. Sitting high above the Colorado River, the park is … Read more