Switzerland has long been regarded as the ultimate destination for winter sports enthusiasts, and there’s no doubt why. It all started back in 1864 when Johannes Badrutt, a visionary hotelier in St. Moritz, invited British tourists to experience the beauty of Switzerland in winter. When they arrived, bundled up in their winter coats and braving … Read more
Europe’s first winter sports destination offers luxurious palace hotels, towering peaks, stunning Alpine views, and the opportunity to ski year-round at its glacier-covered resorts. Switzerland has long been the gold standard in skiing. It all started in 1864 when Johannes Badrutt, a hotelier in St. Moritz, invited British tourists who were visiting for the summer … Read more
Stepping along the frozen banks of the Ukika River, I walk a trail through a southern beech evergreen forest whose branches are sprinkled with groups of orange fungi, each round and plump as a golf ball. The trees are worlds in miniature, covered in small bryophytes—mosses, liverworts, and hornworts—and adorned with feathery lichen named old man’s beard, which streams by as I walk. Twisted roots and fallen logs crisscross the trail, while the howling wind makes the canopy groan ominously. I’m completely alone, except for the occasional rhythmic tapping … Read more
Montana is famous for its wide-open spaces—huge skies, wild landscapes, and endless horizons. Most travelers who visit the state head straight to well-known places like Big Sky or Yellowstone National Park. But very few take the time to explore the eastern part of the state, where the Great Plains stretch out in quiet, untouched beauty. … Read more
Tripadvisor has named West Palm Beach, Florida, as the No. 1 trending travel destination in the U.S. right now. The city has a lot going for it—an international airport, beautiful historic neighborhoods, and a relaxed small-town atmosphere. And while West Palm Beach itself doesn’t have a beach, the famous shores of Palm Beach are just a … Read more
Stress and burnout can really wear you down, making it super important to take proper breaks—not just quick pauses, but real getaways where you can truly unwind. And the best way to do that? By visiting one of the most peaceful places on Earth. Back in early December, the retreat booking site BookRetreats released its Holiday Relaxation Report, … 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