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A first-time guide to the Algerian Sahara

A first-time guide to the Algerian Sahara

If you’ve ever imagined sand dunes and a palm-fringed oasis, you were probably dreaming of the Algerian Sahara. No country contains more of the Sahara, the world’s largest dry desert, than Algeria. Ancient river valleys carved from sand seas border…

Why Lago d’Iseo is the best Italian Lake

Why Lago d’Iseo is the best Italian Lake

Glitzy Como, sporty Garda, refined Maggiore – these are the A-listers of the Italian lakes. Little Lago d’Iseo hardly gets a mention by comparison. The pages of the brochures are distinctly empty of its name. Therein lies the charm, the…

The 12 best beaches on Cape Cod

The 12 best beaches on Cape Cod

Cape Cod is the quintessential New England summer escape. This iconic arm of Massachusetts reaches out into the Atlantic, yielding 560 miles of sun-drenched, windswept coastline. Beaches here have sand dunes covered with wild roses, happy kids frolicking in the surf and…

Italy’s 10 most memorable national parks

Italy’s 10 most memorable national parks

Italy is a country seemingly touched by the gods. As well as historic cities and artistic treasures, it possesses an incredible array of natural riches. From Alpine peaks and ancient forests to spitting volcanoes, plunging coastlines and dreamy seascapes, the…

10 of the best hikes in Greece

10 of the best hikes in Greece

When it comes to hiking, Greece has something for every kind of walker. The mainland boasts well-maintained routes that meander through olive groves and run down dramatic gorges, while on the country’s islands you’ll find ancient kalderimia (cobbled or flagstone…

Top thing to do in Ibiza

Top thing to do in Ibiza

Having matured beyond its reputation for its dance-until-dawn nightlife, Ibiza has quietly grown into a dreamy destination for culture-loaded city breaks, fun-filled family holidays, outdoor-adventure activities, romantic country escapes, zen-fueled retreats and much more. Visiting the Balearics’ endlessly irresistible White…

11 of the best things to do in Split, Croatia

11 of the best things to do in Split, Croatia

Located around 200km (124 miles) northwest of Dubrovnik on the Dalmatian coast, the Croatian city of Split is often overshadowed by its glamorous neighbor. But once you’ve wandered Split’s enchanting Roman old town, lingered over a coffee on its sunny…