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Guide Article / In Depth in Atlantic Provinces

Flora in Atlantic Provinces

Trees & Shrubs Balsam Fir -- The best-smelling tree in the provinces must be the mighty balsam fir, whose tips are sometimes harvested to fabricate aromatic Christmas-tree wreaths.…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Atlantic Provinces

In One Week in Atlantic Provinces

Lights Out: The Best of Nova Scotia In 1 Week This tour takes in lighthouses, quaint villages, a surprisingly vibrant city, and dramatic headlands plunging to the ocean. Begin in…

Guide Article / Southeast Asia

The Best Adventures in Southeast Asia

Exploring Phang Nga Bay (Thailand): From the island of Phuket, sea-canoe operators guide visitors through the caves hidden deep inside the craggy island rocks of Phang-Nga Bay.…

Guide Article / In Depth in Southeast Asia

Religion in Southeast Asia

The diverse ethnic groups in the region, from socialite city dwellers to remote enclaves of subsistence farmers, have unique histories, cultural practices, and religions. The region is…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Cape Breton Island

National Parks in Cape Breton Island

Cape Breton Highlands National Park is one of the two crown-jewel national parks in Atlantic Canada (Gros Morne in Newfoundland is the other). Covering nearly 1,000 sq. km (370 sq.…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Dallas

Especially for Kids in Dallas

Older children who have studied the 1960s and Kennedy should appreciate the Sixth Floor Museum. Younger kids are likely to have a better time at the Dallas Zoo or either the Dallas…

Guide Article / Washington State

The Best Hikes in Washington State

Turtleback Mountain Preserve (Orcas Island): Turtleback Mountain runs the length of much of Orcas Island's west side and offers the best hike in the San Juans. The views from the top…

Guide Article / In Depth in Morocco

Today in Morocco

A kingdom in its truest meaning, Morocco and her subjects are watched over by the 18th king of the Alaouite dynasty, King Mohammed VI.Groomed from birth, then 36-year-old Mohammed…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Morocco

Hiking in Morocco

Desert TrekkingMorocco's Saharan sand dunes are the stuff of legend, and sitting astride a camel as the sun sets over the golden sands is surely the best way to experience them. The…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Morocco

Biking in Morocco

With terrain ranging from coastal plains to mountain passes, Morocco's diverse landscape has been consistently attracting mountain bikers for more than 20 years. The country's…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Morocco

Bird Watching in Morocco

Morocco is one of North Africa's best birding locations. There's a wide range of easily accessed sites in a rich diversity of habitats that are often very different from those found in…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Morocco

One Week: Marrakech, the Sahara & Fes in Morocco

This busy week is a great mix of history, culture, and landscape. Unless you desperately wish to visit Marrakech, I consider this a better 1-week option, combining both medina and…

Guide Article / Northern Italy

Best Dining Bets in Northern Italy

Do Forni (Venice): Though the menu is vast, they seem to devote equal attention to every single dish, making this one of the best restaurants in Venice (though also the most…

Guide Article / In Depth in Egypt

Today in Egypt

Looking at it on a map, Egypt seems vast and spread out, but, in fact, almost the whole population is concentrated in a thin green band of arable land that stretches down the Nile…

Guide Article / South Florida

Best Dining Bets in South Florida

Best for Celebrating a Big Deal: Prime One Twelve on Miami Beach (tel. 305/532-8112) is where everyone from Gorbachev and Clinton to Madonna and Beyoncé come to satisfy their…

Guide Article / In Depth in South Florida

History in South Florida

Prehistoric South Florida Fourteen thousand years ago, Florida would have made an ideal location for the show Land of the Lost -- that is, if there were actually dinosaurs down here.…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Miami

The Art Deco District in Miami

"You know what they used to say? 'Who's Art?'" recalls Art Deco revivalist Dona Zemo. "You'd say, 'This is an Art Deco building,' and they'd say, 'Really, who is Art?' These people…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Miami

Water Sports in Miami

There are many ways to get well acquainted with Miami's wet look. Choose your own adventure from the suggestions listed below. Boating Private rental outfits include Boat Rental Plus,…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Denver, Boulder and Colorado Springs

In Two Weeks in Denver, Boulder and Colorado Springs

Build on the 1-week itinerary, expanding your time in Denver to 4 nights, Boulder to 3 nights, and Rocky Mountain National Park to 2 nights. Overnight in Golden en route to Colorado…

Guide Article / Side Trips in Colorado Springs

Pueblo in Colorado Springs

Among Colorado's most underrated cities, Pueblo is just 42 miles south of Colorado Springs via I-25. As you drive through, along the interstate, it might appear that this bland,…

Guide Article / Hikes in Volcanoes National Park

Mauna Loa Trail in Volcanoes National Park

Probably the most challenging hike in Hawaii, this 7 1/2-mile trail goes from the lookout to a cabin at the Red Hill at 10,035 feet, then 11.6 more miles up to the primitive Mauna Loa…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Upper and Middle Keys

Parks in Upper and Middle Keys

One of the best places to discover the diverse ecosystem of the Upper Keys is its most famous park, John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, located on U.S. 1 at MM 102.5, in Key Largo…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Paris

The Best Free and Dirt-Cheap Paris

Attending a free concert: Every summer, the Parc Floral (in the Bois de Vincennes) hosts a bevy of free concerts: first the Paris Jazz Festival in June and July, and then Classique…

Guide Article / In Depth in Paris

Today in Paris

Paris is a city of neighborhoods, each with its own distinct atmosphere. The center of the city remains a beautiful and elegant area that is also the center of business and culture.…

Guide Article / Walking Tours in Paris

Walking Tour: Montmartre

START: Place des Abbesses (Métro: Abbesses). FINISH: Sacré Coeur (Métro: Abbesses). TIME: About 1 1/2 hours. BEST TIME: Weekdays, when stores are open and the crowds are smaller. WORST…