Category: Travel

The Feria de Cali (December 25-31) is an end of year homecoming festival for Caleños, or Cali natives, the world over, and it has everything a Colombian party should: parades, concerts, and plenty of dancing. While for Caleños the Feria might be about reuniting with family and old friends, for visitors, this is the best…

While you're hiking, biking, and having fun in Yosemite National Park, it's handy to know a little about the origins of the place names you visit.

Kiwis are quite proud of their national identity, and they will appreciate you embracing their ways as a newcomer. You won’t be expected to leave all of your old values and customs behind, but you should respect the way things are done in New Zealand, including recognizing the bicultural elements of New Zealand culture involving…

The rumors are true. El Salvador is a warm-water, right point haven with enough waves to keep everyone happy. The surf season here is March to October and coincides with the rainy season, when swells coming from the south can reach up to three meters high. For novices and experts alike, here are the best…

Ollantaytambo is a great base for a number of excellent hikes, treks, and community visits in the area. Here are three recommendations from expert Ben Westwood.

Here's where to spot some of the best blooms in the Pacific Northwest.

Embark on Capitol Reef National Park's scenic drive to experience some of the reef's best scenery and learn more about its geology. Add extra time for any of the several hiking trails along the route.

If Patagonia ever became independent, its logical capital might be San Carlos de Bariloche, the highest-profile destination in an area explorer Francisco P. Moreno called “this beautiful piece of Argentine Switzerland.”

Viejo San Juan is the historic center of Puerto Rico. The 500-year-old walled city is filled with beautiful pastel-colored neoclassical buildings, Spanish forts, art and history museums, plazas, restaurants, bars, shops, and ship docks. Many of the island’s must- see sites are located here, including the historic churches Catedral de San Juan Bautista, Iglesia de…

On Scenic Highway 101 along the state of Washington pacific coast, you can explore massive old-growth forests, rich river valleys, and an abundant coastline. Here are tips on planning your trip, including general directions, packing the car, the best places to overnight, and road safety.

Here's how to make the journey to El Mirador, a Preclassic Maya city whose dominating feature is the presence of two large pyramid complexes, El Tigre and La Danta, running east to west and facing each other.

The Algarve is Portugal’s number one spot for sun-drenched holidays. Buzzing in summer and beautiful in winter, this year-round destination has stunning stretches of golden sand, crystalline coves, and heady nightlife. Use this 7-day itinerary as a guide as you explore the Algarve.