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Driving Tours in Rias Altas
A Scenic Road TripRías Altas is a modern name applied to all the estuaries on the northern Galician coast. Comparable to Norwegian fjords, these tidal inlets were cut into the rocky…
Walking Tours in Panama City
Historic Casco ViejoStart: At Plaza Independencia.Finish: At Iglesia de San José (a 2-block walk from Plaza Independencia).Time: Approximately 1 to 2 hours.Best Times: The…
Side Trips in Antigua, Guatemala
Volcanoes near AntiguaThere are a handful of both dormant and active volcanoes close to Antigua. You can see several of them from almost any vantage point in the city. A couple are…
In Depth in Chichicastenango
The Popol Vuh -- The Popol Vuh, often referred to as the Maya Bible, is one of the most important Maya texts. It was first discovered around 1702 by Dominican Father Francisco Ximénez,…
In Depth in Rio San Juan
The Rama tribe lived here before the Spanish arrived, and some remain in Indio-Maíz reserve and on a small island in Bluefields Bay. From 16th-century Granada, the Europeans sent down…
Regions in Brief in Sierra National Forest and the Central Valley
FresnoThe running joke in California is that Fresno is the "gateway to Bakersfield." For most visitors, Fresno, 185 miles southeast of San Francisco, is just a place to pass through…
In Depth in Coca
Orellana's Journey of DiscoveryIn a time when even the most remote regions of the Amazon basin seem to be easily accessible, it is hard to comprehend the challenges faced by the…
Side Trips in Putre
Aymara & Colonial VillagesEven little Putre dwarfs the tiny villages of the area, but these, too, deserve a visit. They are also very much off the beaten track. In fact, much of…
Walking Tours in Morelia
A Stroll Through The Colonial Center Downtown Morelia is a good town for walking. One comes across interesting details on just about any street. The walk outlined below could take an…
Regions in Brief in Ruta de las Flores
SonsonateSonsonate (65km/40 miles west of San Salvador) is mentioned here only because it is the largest city before the Ruta de las Flores, and you'll likely either bus through or…
In Depth in San Juan del Sur
San Juan del Sur: Gateway to the Gold Rush Don't let San Juan del Sur's laid-back appearance fool you. It once was a major transportation hub, ferrying a colorful parade of…
Side Trips in Leon, Nicaragua
León Viejo León was originally founded in 1524 by Francisco Hernández de Córdoba in the foothills of Volcán Momotombo. The volcano proved to be a volatile neighbor, and after a series…
Side Trips in Guangzhou
The Leaning Towers of KaipingThough cleverly photo-shopped images everywhere may lead you to believe otherwise, none of the diaolou (watch-towers) in the Kaiping region 137km (85…
Active Pursuits in Pacific Harbour
Fishing -- The waters off southern Viti Levu are renowned for their big game fish, especially when the tuna and mahimahi are running from January to May, and when big wahoos pass by in…
In Depth in Spain
The once-accepted adage that "Europe ends at the Pyrenees" is no longer true. Today, the two countries forming the Iberian Peninsula at the southwestern end of the Continent -- Spain…
Regions in Brief in Napa Valley
Napa 55 miles N of San Francisco The city of Napa serves as the commercial center of the Wine Country and the gateway to Napa Valley -- hence the high-speed freeway that whips you…
Side Trips in New Orleans
If you have time (say, 3 days), you should strongly consider a sojourn into the countryside outlying New Orleans. It makes for an interesting cultural and visual contrast to the big…
Active Pursuits in Zapata Peninsula and Playa Giron
You'll need a permit to enter Zapata Swamp National Park. The park station and entrance (tel. 45/98-7249; pnacionalcz@enet.cu) is located just north of Hotel Playa Larga. It is open…
Fast Facts in Nashville
Area Codes -- The telephone area code in Nashville is 615. Automobile Organizations -- Motor clubs will supply maps, suggested routes, guidebooks, accident and bail-bond insurance, and…
Gay & Lesbian Clubs in Cape Town
The Great Gay EsCapeLike sister cities San Francisco, Sydney, and Miami, Cape Town is a sexy seaside spot with a variety of gay things to do. Promoted as "The Gay Capital of Africa"…
History in Colorado
Early InhabitantsTo explore Colorado today is to step back into its history, from its dinosaur graveyards, impressive stone and mud cities of the Ancestral Puebloans, reminders of…
Dateline in Colorado
12,000 B.C. First inhabitants of Colorado include Folsom Man.3000 B.C. Prehistoric farming communities appear.A.D. 1000 Ancestral Puebloan cliff-dweller culture peaks in Four…
Today in New England
Traditionally, people in New England lived off the land. They might have fished for cod, harvested timber, managed gravel pits, or worked in general stores. Or they labored in New…
The Best Places to Go Back in Time in New Mexico
Old Town (Albuquerque): Once the center of Albuquerque commerce, Old Town thrived until the early 1880s, when businesses relocated nearer to the railroad tracks. It has been a center…
Active Vacation in New Mexico
Anyone who skis, hikes, mountain bikes, or rafts knows that the Southwest is unsurpassed in its offerings for outdoor enthusiasts. New Mexico is no exception. This trip is for the…