Category: Travel

It’s remarkable that just east of the glitzy metropolis of San Juan is one of the most beautiful and pristine wilderness areas in all of Puerto Rico. Located in the municipality of Loíza, Piñones is a miles-long stretch of undeveloped beach backed by thick palm groves, mangrove forests, and lagoons.

Finding your own sandy plot of Caye Caulker is an easy feat, if you don't mind the first few inches of harmless sea grass and lack of wave action, the water is just as soothing and in the same jade color of Belize—all in all, a happy compromise.

Want to know the national instrument of Guatemala? Learn more about Guatemalan culture including favored music, literary figures past and present, notable figures in visual arts, Guatemala's baroque architecture, and more.

At only 45 miles from one end to the other, Door County is misleadingly small if you’re looking at a map. This four-day itinerary covers the highlights and also includes information about what to do in the vicinity if you have more time.

Going-to-the-Sun Road isn't Glacier's toughest drive by far, but being prepared with snacks and water is key, as is slowing down to respect the terrain and making sure ahead of time your route is clear and open. These tips are for Glacier novices and veteran's both.

Deep in the Mojave Desert, where California fades into Nevada, the ragged remains of ghost towns are strewn across salt-crusted soil, lost at the ends of bumpy roads, and tucked into rocky mountain canyons. Here are some spots that are easy to miss—although you won’t want to.

Award-winning author and outdoorsman Tom Stienstra is the local authority when it comes to California camping. These are the 10 most-scenic campsites that also include swimming options in Northern California.

Boston is such a walkable city that you can stroll through its revolutionary beginnings. Use this guide to the historic sites and timeline to plan a self-guided walking tour of the Freedom Trail.

Diamonds may be a sign of luxury on the mainland, but in Hawaii it’s Ni‘ihau shell jewelry. Discover one of Polynesia's most precious art forms.

If you’re adventurous and like going to out-of-the-way places, but you still want to have all the comforts of home, you may enjoy driving your own car or RV to Puerto Vallarta. Author Justin Henderson covers the essentials for motoring in Mexico: routes, fuel costs, car repair, insurance, and various safety tips.

In Eastern Kentucky, elk can be spotted year-round. Learn about prime elk-viewing areas, the best times for viewing, and state park service tours.

The world’s eighth-largest country, most of Argentina is temperate lowlands, but its natural landscapes range from northeastern subtropical wetlands to the endless pampas grasslands, Andean uplands, and sprawling Patagonian steppes.