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Guide Article / Things To Do in San Juan

Birth Of The Piña Colada in San Juan

When actress Joan Crawford tasted the piña colada at what was then the Beachcombers Bar in the Caribe Hilton, Calle Los Rosales (tel. 787/721-0303), she claimed it was "better than…

Guide Article / Side Trips in San Juan

The Karst Country in San Juan

One of the most interesting areas of Puerto Rico is the large Karst Country, south of Arecibo. This other-worldly group of rock formations were created by the process of water sinking…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in San Juan

Beaches in San Juan

Some San Juan beaches can get crowded, especially during summer and holiday weekends, but for most of the week, they are deliciously roomy. It's rare to find yourself alone on a beach…

Guide Article / In Depth in England

Recommended Books & Films in England

Books England has produced one of the world's greatest libraries of literature and drama -- and not just William Shakespeare. Here is a mere preview of what's out there, at least…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in England

Gardens in England

Reaching all of these gardens by public transportation is possible in most cases, but rather awkward. The only way to see all of these gardens in a week is with a rented car. However,…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in England

In Two Weeks in England

Two parts of England are always special treats for us to visit: West Country (Wiltshire, Devon, and Cornwall) and the scenic villages of the Cotswolds. The highlights of both of these…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in England

In One Week in England

Use the following itinerary to make the most out of a week in England, but feel free to drop a place or two to save a day to relax. One week provides enough time, although barely.…

Guide Article / In Depth in Dubai

History in Dubai

Most of Dubai's history is known only to the desert and the sea. There's little information about pre-Islamic activity in this corner of the Arabian Peninsula. After the spread of…

Guide Article / In Depth in Dubai

Architecture in Dubai

Long before traveling to Dubai, visitors' imaginations are often captured by the city's modern architectural wonders. While many may not be familiar with Arabian wind towers or…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Auckland

Parks & Gardens in Auckland

The Auckland area has 22 regional parks, covering 37,038 hectares (91,484 acres) and more than 500km (310 miles) of walking tracks. The Auckland Domain, the city’s oldest park, is an…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Christchurch

Wineries in Christchurch

There are now over 80 wineries in the Canterbury region, making this the fourth-largest winemaking area in the country. The combination of long hours of sunshine; stony, free-draining…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Waiheke Island

Vineyards in Waiheke Island

To the surprise of many, more than 40 vineyards operate on Waiheke Island, where the Mediterranean-style climate is perfect for growing grapes (and olives). Some of the country's best…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Hawkes Bay

Wineries in Hawkes Bay

Hawke's Bay is home to New Zealand's oldest winemaking establishments, and with over 40 wineries to choose from, you're bound to find a glass of something pleasing. The conditions are…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Hawkes Bay

Architectural Highlights in Hawkes Bay

An Art Deco Amble -- The city of Napier is virtually a museum of Art Deco and Spanish mission architecture, built from 1931 to 1933, after the earthquake. Some 80 years later, the…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Picton and Blenheim

Wineries in Picton and Blenheim

It doesn’t matter what time of year you visit Marlborough, because the weather is invariably balmy (with a few frosty winter mornings), and there’s always wine to drink if all else…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Nelson, Richmond and Motueka

Wineries in Nelson, Richmond and Motueka

The Moutere Hills Wineries Most of Nelson's 25 wineries are scattered along the rolling Moutere Hills and the alluvial Waimea Plains. The wines - Riesling, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc,…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Dunedin

Parks & Gardens in Dunedin

Parks & Gardens The 28-hectare (69-acre) Dunedin Botanic Gardens (tel. 03/477-4000; www.dunedin.govt.nz/facilities/botanic-garden) were the first to be established in New Zealand,…

Guide Article / In Depth in New Zealand

Popular Culture in New Zealand

Katherine Mansfield (1888-1923) put New Zealand on the literary map with her still-admired short stories set in New Zealand (though she spent most of her adult life in Europe). Among…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in New Zealand

Health, Safety & Outdoor Etiquette in New Zealand

Safety in the Great Outdoors You won't find snakes and predatory animals here (at least not the four-legged kind), but anyone venturing out into wilderness areas ought to be prepared…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in New Zealand

Fishing in New Zealand

Any prospective fisherman in New Zealand should get a copy of Sports Fishing Guide, a free booklet produced by the New Zealand Fish and Game Council (tel. 04/499-4767; fax 04/499-4768;…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in New Zealand

10 Days in the North in New Zealand

Ten Days in the Subtropical North It always astounds me that so many overseas visitors arrive in Auckland and immediately drive or fly south - or that they avoid the North Island…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in New Zealand

For Food and Wine Lovers in New Zealand

A Wine Lover's Tour of New Zealand New Zealand has come of age as a producer of internationally acclaimed wines, and the great thing about the country's six major grape-growing regions…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in New Zealand

For Families in New Zealand

Kids will love New Zealand. There are enough weird, wonderful, curious, funny, and interesting things on these islands to amuse the most inquiring child's mind. I'd recommend 3 weeks…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in New Zealand

In Two Weeks in New Zealand

Two weeks in New Zealand gives you an opportunity to drive between many destinations and take in the color of the provinces. Still, don’t underestimate the time your journey will take.…

Guide Article / In Depth in France

History in France

Early Gaul When the ancient Romans considered France part of their empire, their boundaries extended deep into the forests of the Paris basin and up to the edges of the Rhine. Part of…