Category: Travel

Namesake sequoia General Grant Grove, the world's second-largest tree, tops the list of must-see sights in this area of Kings Canyon National Park. From incredible vistas to well-designed exhibits, here are the six best sights in Grant Grove.

Dozens of mountain biking trails thread through the Moab area. Here's a round-up of Moab's eight best trails, including details descriptions, skill levels, and directions.

Three distinct layers of reef, composed of more than 40 species of coral, protect the north side of Big Corn Island. The diving and snorkeling are impressive, and divers regularly see nurse sharks, eagle rays, and lots of colorful fish. The wilder Little Corn Island's delicate reef system is unique for its abundance of wildlife…

Bishop is a great jumping-off point for travelers to explore the little visited Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest. Located in a section of the Inyo National Forest in the White Mountains. this is where the world’s oldest trees reside. Three hiking trails begin right outside the Bristlecone Pine Forest Visitors Center.

Although it claims a few local dishes as its own, Querétaro has never been known a food destination. That said, you can find some truly good eats here. Unlike most modern cities, Querétaro managed to hang on to a number of its old-fashioned cafeterias and fondas, which maintain a loyal clientele within the local crowd.…

Isolated from the rest of Nicaragua by vast tracts of inaccessible forest and coastline, the municipality of Puerto Cabezas, its capital Bilwi, and the Río Coco watershed are remote and wild. Tourism is undeveloped throughout this region, which for some travelers makes it all the more enticing.

North of Managua, Bosawás Biosphere Reserve is the largest uninterrupted tract of primary rainforest north of the Amazon. Any trip in Bosawás is a serious backcountry undertaking and should not be attempted without proper supplies, some wilderness experience, a tolerance for dampness and discomfort, and a basic survival instinct. Guides are both obligatory and absolutely…

The fertile valley around Moab has been home to humans for thousands of years. Prehistoric rock art, granaries, and dwellings can still be seen here, as well as later native contributions. You don’t need to travel far to see excellent examples of native pictographs and petroglyphs. Expert authors W.C. McRae and Judy Jewell offer specific…

If you choose to bring your electronics with you when you make the move, you’ll need a series of transformers, adapters, and regional setting work-arounds to make them work in France. Expert author Aurelia d'Andrea explains everything you need to know, and advice on making the switch to PAL electronics.

The state of Guanajuato has a serious sweet tooth. Dulces típicos (traditional sweets) are produced in various cities across the state and consumed by the populace with appetite and pleasure. In the city of Guanajuato, there are wonderful sweets stands in the market and numerous traditional sweets shops boasting enormous selections and unique regional candies.

A tour through Gold Country is a road trip rich in history, beautiful scenery, outdoor adventure, and even wine-tasting. Sacramento is near the Northern Gold Country and is a great place to start a historical tour.

The Maya had great respect and reverence for the jaguar, which they called balam. Jaguars were a symbol of power and strength and were believed to act as mediums for communication between the living and the dead. Scientists have been studying jaguars in the Maya Biosphere Reserve, but luckily, you don’t need to go traipsing…