The Moors, who conquered the Iberian Peninsula in the 8th century and ruled for 700 years, left an indelible mark on Spain’s architecture, design, and culture, particularly in the Andalucía region. Today, Spain’s Moorish heritage reflects the country’s cultural and historical past, and the Andalucía region is richly rewarding for visitors. Those interested in history...
From legendary long-distance routes to dramatic day hikes, explore the planet’s most unforgettable walking experiences, chosen to inspire your next adventure
The Pearl of Africa Uganda’s natural beauty has hardly escaped notice. In 1909, Sir Winston Churchill famously called it “the Pearl of Africa,” a sentiment echoed more prosaically today whenever contemporary travelers ooh and aah over the country’s diversity of people, wildlife and ecosystems. Uganda occupies a special geographical position, spanning the land where western and eastern...
India is a vastly diverse country that pulses with cultural tones ranging from ancient rituals to modern metros. Because the country is so large – 1,269,346 square miles, to be precise – there are an incredible number of things to do on an India tour beyond major tourist attractions such as the Ganges River, Goa...
There are a whopping 36 Chilean National Parks covering around 35,294 square miles. When you add in the 12 Natural Reserves and 5 Natural Monuments, that’s over 54,000 square miles of land protected by the National Forest Corporation (CONAF), which is 19% of the country’s total territory. Here’s a look at our picks for nine...
It’s well known that the Canadian Rockies is a pretty picture-perfect place, but I don’t think I was quite prepared for the incredible beauty which awaited me on my recent visit to the region. A lot is made of the mountains of Banff National Park, perhaps the most famous of the Rocky Mountain National Parks; and for good...
The Canadian Rockies region is one of the most stunning places on the planet. Full of jagged peaks and colorful lakes, wildflowers and glaciers, it is an area that never fails to awe and inspire my passengers. I have often been asked what my favorite photo spot is on our Western Canada tours and that is...
A summer spent in the USA promises new adventures and days spent having fun in the sunshine. Make your summer one to remember with adrenaline-filled activities and be left speechless as you make the most of the longer days in some of the world’s most awe-inspiring locations. Here are the top adventures that you should...
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