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Organized Tours in Lewes
A good way to see the Delaware Bay and the Lewes Canal harbor is by sea. You can pick up a self-guided tour brochure from the visitor center in the Fisher-Martin House, on Kings…
Active Pursuits in Lewes
Cape Henlopen State Park (tel. 302/645-8983; www.destateparks.com/park/cape-henlopen), with its 3,143 acres bordered on one side by the Atlantic and on another by Delaware Bay, offers…
Active Pursuits in Bethany Beach and Fenwick Island
Biking The flatland along Route 1 in Bethany Beach and Fenwick Island is ideal for bicycling; however, caution is advised during peak traffic season in July and August. Bethany also…
Regions in Brief in Talbot County
Easton Visitors to the Eastern Shore usually start at Easton. Called the "Colonial Capital of the Eastern Shore," this town values its visitors. Route 50 is filled with reasonably…
Active Pursuits in Talbot County
Hunting Season Maryland's Eastern Shore has long been considered the finest duck- and goose-hunting region on the Atlantic Flyway, with hundreds of thousands of migratory game birds…
In Depth in Maryland
Tucked in the Philadelphia-Washington, D.C., megalopolis are two of America's smallest states. But don't be fooled. Maryland and Delaware aren't places you want to pass by as you speed…
Suggested Itineraries in Maryland
Two little states. A prospective visitor might think it would be easy to see either one in just a few days. But a leisurely pace is best for this "Land of Pleasant Living." How much…
Active Pursuits in Antietam National Battlefield
Biking & Hiking -- The wide-open fields of Antietam Battlefield beckon both hikers and bikers with 9 miles of paved roads good for bicycling. Some 10 miles of hiking trails,…
Active Pursuits in Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Remember to wear sturdy shoes, so you can make the short but moderately strenuous climb farther up the stone stairs, past the lovely St. Peter's Church, to Jefferson Rock. At this…
Active Pursuits in Sandwich
Bicycling -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (tel. 508/759-5991 for hotline with weather, tides, and current info) maintains a flat, 14-mile loop along the Cape Cod Canal, equally…
Active Pursuits in Little Corn Island
Diving -- A spectacular reef system with overhangs and caves makes Little Corn an attractive spot for any scuba divers and flipper dippers. Dive Little Corn (Pelican Beach, south of…
Regions in Brief in Pantelleria
Pantelleria town is a working port that isn't love at first sight for those who vacation here, thinking Pantelleria is a chic insiders' getaway. There are delivery trucks belching…
Regions in Brief in Tremiti Islands
The Tremiti consist of three main islands, two of which are inhabited: San Domino and San Nicola. The smaller boat trip destination of Caprara, where only wild rabbits live, is at the…
Active Pursuits in Ponza
Beaches & Coves Accessible by Land Boating is a way of life on Ponza, but if you don't feel like bobbing your way around the island, not to worry: Some of Ponza's coolest swimming…
Active Pursuits in Walt Disney World
You will most likely burn more calories than you ever thought possible by simply strolling through the theme parks. Nevertheless, if you want some exercise other than walking the…
Active Pursuits in St-Jean-de-Luz
The major draw here is the gracefully curving stretch of the white-sand La Grande Plage St-Jean-de-Luz; it’s one of the best beaches in France and, consequently, very crowded in July…
Active Pursuits in North Cascades National Park
BikingRiding off the road is not allowed in the park, but there are several good biking routes. Keep in mind that biking is usually best in late July and August, but even then, bad…
In Depth in Venice
As barbarian hordes washed back and forth across the Alps during the decline of the Roman Empire (starting in the 4th c.), inhabitants of the Veneto flatlands grew tired of being…
Active Pursuits in Suwalki Lake District
Canoeing & Kayaking The paddling season is from May to September, peaking in July and August. The best time to paddle on the Biebrza River is in late spring. In the summer, the…
Active Pursuits in Gdynia
Beaches Come fair weather, the beaches and waters of Sopot and Gdynia are inundated by throngs of sun worshippers. Both locations have changing rooms and shower facilities.…
Active Pursuits in Hel Peninsula
Beaches Parts of the peninsula are so narrow, especially between Chaupy and Kuznica, you could be caressed by the breeze from the Baltic Sea, then cut through pine woods and be facing…
Active Pursuits in Leba
Deep-Sea Fishing -- Along the canal, numerous boats take visitors out to the Baltic Sea for cod fishing throughout the year. The boats depart at 5am and remain at sea for about 8…
Active Pursuits in Sopot
Active Pursuits in St-Raphael
Beaches -- Of course, most visitors come to St-Raphaël for its beaches. The best ones (some rock, some sand) are located between the Vieux Port and Santa Lucia. Here you’ll find plenty…
Side Trips in Lourmarin
Hilltop villages, vineyards, verdant valleys, and ancient châteaux characterize the region of Sud Luberon, located north of the Durance River. It's best to explore this area by car,…