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Active Pursuits in Singapore
Beaches Besides the beach at East Coast Park and those on Sentosa Island, you can try the smaller beach at Changi Village, called Changi Point. From the shore, you have a panoramic…
Side Trips in Melbourne
PHILLIP ISLAND: Penguins on Parade 139 km (86 miles) S of Melbourne Phillip Island’s penguin parade, which happens every evening at dusk, is one of Australia’s most popular animal…
In Depth in Tahiti
Marlon's ManaThe late Marlon Brando did more than star in the remake of Mutiny on the Bounty when he came to Tahiti in 1960. He fell in love with his beautiful Tahitian co-star,…
Side Trips in Tokyo
If your stay in Tokyo is 3 days or more, consider an excursion in the vicinity. Kamakura and Nikko, ranked as two of the most important historical sites in Japan, each represent a…
In Depth in Tokyo
No matter how many times I visit the observatory on the 45th floor of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Office, I'm always struck anew by the city's surreal vastness, stretching in all…
Active Pursuits in Tokyo
A Hiking GetawayIf Tokyo's concrete jungle is getting you down and a stroll through Tokyo's parks and gardens just won't cut it, head west to Mount Takao, a 600-m. (1,969-ft.) wooded…
Driving Tours in Jerusalem
The Mountains West of Jerusalem Start: Sderot Herzl in West Jerusalem. Finish: Beit Guvrin. Time: 2 1/2 hours, with minimal stops. Best times: Late morning, year-round. Worst times:…
Side Trips in Tel Aviv
Just 30 minutes south of Tel Aviv two beautiful nature parks offer respite from the hustle and bustle of the big city. Whether you want a romantic hike along the tranquil Sorek River…
Active Pursuits in Bucks County
Biking & Country Walking -- Walking or riding along the Delaware River or along the canals built for coal hauling on either side of the river can be the highlight of a summer. The…
Suggested Itineraries in Boston
Our one- and two-day itineraries include sightseeing destinations, snack and meal suggestions, and shopping pointers. Two tips: Wear comfortable shoes, and don't ignore the breaks…
Suggested Itineraries in Jamaica
Vacations are getting shorter, and a lean-and-mean schedule is called for if you want to experience the best of Jamaica in a ridiculously small amount of time. If you're a…
Suggested Itineraries in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico may be a small island but with its diverse geography and abundance of natural and cultural attractions, visitors rarely see all it has to offer, which takes some doing. You…
Organized Tours in St. Croix, USVI
Bus Tours -- Organized tours operate according to demand. Many are conducted at least three times a week during the winter, with fewer departures in summer. A typical 4-hour tour costs…
Active Pursuits in St. John, USVI
St. John offers some of the best snorkeling, scuba diving, swimming, fishing, hiking, sailing, and underwater photography in the Caribbean. The island is known for the Virgin Islands…
Suggested Itineraries in Bangkok
Known in Thailand as the "City of Angels", Bangkok has a rather devilish reputation. In recent years it has become one of the most popular destinations in the world. But what is it…
Side Trips in Boston
So many historical movements swirl around Boston—it’s a marvel how many trends intersect here. Within an hours’ drive from the city, you’ll find numerous destinations of historical…
In Depth in Boston
Boston embodies contrasts and contradictions -- blue blood and blue collar, Yankee and Irish, Brahmin banker and budget-conscious student. The city is home to the country's first…
Active Pursuits in Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach offers a wonderful variety of watersports, starting, of course, with its fine-sand beach for swimming. But note that between Memorial Day and Labor Day, no ball playing,…
Organized Tours in Brussels
BIKE TOURS -- Groovy Brussels (www.groovybrussels.com; tel. 02/484-8989-36) offers 3.5 -hour cycling tours leaving from Grand-Place and taking in many of Brussels’s major sites. Though…
Active Pursuits in Inuvik
Boot Lake Park is a 5-minute walk from downtown. It is a day-use park popular for hiking, kayaking, sightseeing, canoeing, and picnicking in the summer. During the winter, after the…
Active Pursuits in Cozumel
Cozumel’s main tourism attraction has long been its proximity to the Great Maya Reef, the world's second-longest barrier reef. Diving and snorkeling are both excellent from the shore…
Side Trips in Palermo
Palermo is blessed with attractions in its environs that can be explored easily as side trips. Monreale, with its cathedral, is such an important sight that it is considered among…
Side Trips in Quebec City
Forests, mountains, waterfalls, and other natural treasures surround Québec City and can be reached in less than a few hours drive—spend a whole day, or weekend, if you wish. Bucolic…
Side Trips in Paris
Parisians generally feel that their capital is the center of the universe. They may be correct, if only geographically speaking. Paris is at the heart of the region of Ile-de-France…
Active Pursuits in Puerto Vallarta and the Riviera Nayarit
Beaches, Activities & Excursions Travel agencies can provide information on what to see and do in Puerto Vallarta and can arrange tours, fishing trips, and other activities. Most…