Small Towns

The wilds of Brittany are different from the rest of France. Brittany has its own language, music and culinary traditions. Explore its small towns and you’ll find flower-filled window boxes, charming homes and exquisite gardens.

Hire a horse-drawn carriage and step back into the 19th century on Michigan's Mackinac Island.

Colorado may be known for its skiing, but its numerous hot springs are a draw for many. Here are seven of our favorite Colorado hot springs.

Krabi, Phuket’s less crowded cousin, is one of Thailand’s most famous beach destinations. Here's how you can make the most of your visit to Krabi, Thailand.

An Australian traveler discovers the exhilaration of steering a team of huskies across a frozen lake in western Maine.

Lake Placid twice hosted the Olympics, and today this mountain town in the Adirondack Mountains of New York continues to draw visitors. Forbes Traveler named it one of America's prettiest towns, and it's easy to see why.

While Prague is a must-see in the Czech Republic, don't miss the charming villages, towns and landscapes in the Bohemian and Moravia countryside.

Though Germany is better known for its beer culture and Bavarian villages, the quiet islands of Sylt and Rügen offer a different side of travel in Germany.

The town of Boothbay Harbor, Maine may be small, but it has a wealth of offerings for travelers who love the sea and small town coastal culture.

The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad runs from Chama, NM to Antonito, CO. Riding this historic steam train in the San Juan Mountains is like riding into the past.

Red-walled canyons and towering sandstone formations make this tiny town a wonderland for outdoor enthusiasts.

I had to come to Churchill to see the whales, but found something even better.

Located 2,300 miles southwest of Hawaii, these volcanic islands are remote, but worth the trip.

Amid thick desert dust, this Mauritanian train transports iron ore and provides small-town passengers with access to the outside world.