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Guide Article / British Columbia

The Best Active Vacations in British Columbia

Hiking the West Coast Trail: Hiking the entire length of the rugged 69km (43-mile) West Coast Trail, from Port Renfrew to Bamfield on Vancouver Island, takes 5 to 7 days, but it's…

Guide Article / In Depth in British Columbia

The Lay of the Land in British Columbia

Canada's westernmost province, British Columbia, and the Canadian Rockies region, which stretches into the province of Alberta, are incredibly diverse, with distinct regions that vary…

Guide Article / In Depth in British Columbia

Recommended Books, Films & Music in British Columbia

Books The following books on British Columbia and Alberta provide background information, and can add immeasurably to your enjoyment of your trip. The following list contains books…

Guide Article / In Depth in British Columbia

Food & Drink in British Columbia

Western Canada is home to an excellent and evolving regional cuisine that relies on local produce, farm-raised game, grass-fed beef and lamb, and fresh-caught fish and shellfish. These…

Guide Article / In Depth in British Columbia

History in British Columbia

Native Western Canada -- According to generally accepted theories, the Native peoples of North America arrived on this continent about 15,000 to 20,000 years ago from Asia, crossing a…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in British Columbia

Vancouver Island in British Columbia

Vancouver Island is home to rugged, nearly inaccessible rainforests and wilderness coastlines; the island also offers very sophisticated dining and lodging, often in the remote…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Lake Powell and Glen Canyon

Exploring Lake Powell by Boat in Lake Powell and Glen Canyon

The best way to see Lake Powell and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is by boat, either your own or a rental, or on a boat tour. Our favorite way to explore is by renting a…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Jeju-do

Natural Attractions in Jeju-do

Because of its volcanic history, Jeju-do has some fascinating basalt rock formations, lovely beaches, stunning waterfalls, and other natural phenomena to explore. Jeju-do's 10…

Guide Article / Atlantic Provinces

The Best Scenic Drives in Atlantic Provinces

Cape Breton's Cabot Trail (Nova Scotia): This 300km (185-mile) loop through the uplands of Cape Breton Highlands National Park is one of the world's great excursions. You'll see…

Guide Article / Atlantic Provinces

The Best Natural Attractions in Atlantic Provinces

Digby Neck (Nova Scotia): Choose from among the whale-watching outfitters located along this narrow peninsula of remote fishing villages. And simply getting to the tip of the peninsula…

Guide Article / Atlantic Provinces

The Best Historic Sites in Atlantic Provinces

Annapolis Royal (Nova Scotia): The cradle of Canadian civilization can be found in this broad green valley, where early French settlers first put down roots. Visit Fort Anne and Port…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Japan

The Best of Old Japan in Japan

Splurging on a Night in a Ryokan: If you can afford to, splurge on at least 1 night in one of the country's best ryokan, where the service is impeccable, the kaiseki meals are out of…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Japan

The Best National Parks in Japan

Nikko National Park: This 80,000-hectare (200,000-acre) national park centers on the sumptuous Toshogu Shrine with its mausoleum for Tokugawa Ieyasu, majestic cedars, and lakeside…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Japan

The Best Outdoor Pursuits in Japan

Climbing Mount Fuji: Okay, so climbing Japan's tallest -- 3,766m-high (12,355 ft.) -- and most famous mountain is not the solitary, athletic pursuit you may have envisioned -- but with…

Guide Article / In Depth in Japan

Recommended Books, Films & Music in Japan

Japanese publisher Kodansha International (www.kodansha-intl.com) has probably published more books on Japan in English -- including Japanese-language textbooks -- than any other…

Guide Article / In Depth in Japan

History in Japan

Ancient History (ca. 30,000 B.C.-A.D. 710) -- According to mythology, Japan's history began when the sun goddess, Amaterasu, sent one of her descendants down to the island of Kyushu to…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Japan

The North in Two Weeks in Japan

Tohoku and Hokkaido are usually ignored by travelers. Though it's true that the country's most significant historic treasures lie in the southern regions, Northern Japan, where the…

Guide Article / Peru

The Best Reason for Bragging Rights in Peru

Singing Protest Songs 'Til the Sun Comes Up: A musical highlight of a visit to Peru is visiting an authentic peña, a small, informal club featuring musicians and patrons singing the…

Guide Article / Peru

The Best Outdoor Adventures in Peru

Hiking the Inca Trail (Machu Picchu): An arduous 4-day trek to Machu Picchu leads across astonishing Andean mountain passes and through some of the greatest attractions in Peru,…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Peru

National Parks & Nature Reserves in Peru

Peru's extraordinary natural environment features a wealth of protected areas, wildlife reserves, and archaeological zones. Dozens of national parks and nature preserves make up a bit…

Guide Article / Delaware

The Best Camping in Delaware

Cape Henlopen State Park (near Lewes, Del.): Summer beach camping is always a tenuous venture, with the heat, the bugs, and the sand. But the facilities at Cape Henlopen make for the…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Delaware

In Two Weeks in Delaware

The Best of Maryland & DelawareAnnapolis is a fairly central place to start this trip -- especially for those flying into Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Delaware

For Families in Delaware

Tiny Delaware packs in a lot of fun, history, and culture. This is a 5-day itinerary, but it's easy to pick and choose a couple of days' worth of activity for a long weekend, or…

Guide Article / Maryland

The Best Camping in Maryland

Janes Island State Park (Eastern Shore, Md.): For sunset vistas over the Chesapeake Bay, the campsites at this park north of Crisfield can't be beat. Many sites sit on the water's…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Maryland

In One Week in Maryland

If you have only a week, put four places on your itinerary: Baltimore, Annapolis, any place on the Eastern Shore (or Ocean City, on the Atlantic), and Western Maryland. You can slow…