Category Archives: Destinations

Best Time to Visit Tasmania for Weather, Hiking and Festivals

hiking in tasmania close to the water

The best time to visit Tasmania is December through April for warmer weather, long days, beaches and hiking. Winter is the better pick for snow, truffles, oysters, dark skies and a quieter feel across the island.

Why Some Homes in This French Village Have Boat Hulls for Roofs

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Équihen-Plage on northern France’s Opal Coast preserves the unusual legacy of quilles en l’air, homes built beneath inverted fishing-boat hulls.

6 European Border Cities Where One Trip Feels Like Two

6 European Border Cities Where One Trip Feels Like Two | 6 European Border Cities Where One Trip Feels Like Two

These captivating European border cities combine layered history, regional food, and easy access to a neighboring country. Start with Bratislava, Trieste, San Sebastián, Perpignan, Mikulov, and Görlitz.