If you’re visiting Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) for the first time, here’s the simple answer: the best beginner hikes are Bear Lake, Lily Lake, Sprague Lake, and Coyote Valley; the top intermediate trails are Emerald Lake and Alberta Falls; and the most rewarding challenges are Longs Peak, Sky Pond, and Flattop Mountain. Add in … Read more
If you are visiting Croatia for the first time, the best places to start are Dubrovnik, Split, Plitvice Lakes, Hvar, Zagreb, the Kornati Islands, and Istria. These seven destinations capture the country’s essence: dramatic history, living Roman ruins, national parks that feel otherworldly, island life shaped by lavender and stone, and a capital city brimming … Read more
If you want the best lobster in Nova Scotia, timing is everything. The sweetest, firmest meat doesn’t come in July when most tourists arrive, but in the coldest months when lobsters are at their peak. According to the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Nova Scotia’s lobster industry is worth more than $3.2 billion annually, … Read more