Leave behind cluttered streets to explore canal communities. On the way, pick up keychain souvenirs or a cold beer.
Cultural
The Skeletons of Sedlec: A Sacred Gallery of Art
Crowns, scepters and chandeliers are just a few works of art created with surprising materials in this unusual gallery.
Conversation Starters in Spain
Pueblo Ingles, an English-immersion program for Spaniards, helps Spanish professionals gain fluency in conversational English.
Wall Space: China’s Great Wall Without the Crowds
Can you keep a secret? Learn where the crowds are, and are not, all along the Great Wall of China.
Time Travel: Ireland’s Inishmore Island
Biking through this remote part of Ireland is like pedaling through history.
Travel by Camel: Living Like a Maharani in India
Live the life of a Maharani by traveling the desert on camel.
Running with the Bulls in Pamplona
Join the festive (and sometimes inebriated) crowds as they dodge bulls and celebrate summer in this lively Spanish town.
Walking on Water: The Floating Islands of Peru
When you step off the boat, you won’t lose your sea legs. The “land” here is made of reeds, and island-building is a constant project.
The Way of St. James: El Camino de Santiago
A pilgrimage on this path can last for days, weeks or months as you trek toward Santiago de Compostela.
Charming Châteaux: The Best of the Loire Valley, France
Loire Valley — Dotted with castles and vineyards, this is the Garden of France
Seville: A Siren’s Song
The 320-foot minaret, built in 1198, is no longer the world’s tallest tower. Still, you’ll find plenty of excess in this Spanish cultural center.
Road Trip through Tunisia: Ancient Land
From a colorful carpet festival in Kairouan to the ancient Roman ruins in Carthage, history comes to life on a road trip through Tunisia.