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This Lesser-known National Park in Kenya Is the Ultimate Spot for Elephant Sightings — Here's Where to Stay and How to See Them

Emli Bendixen The most popular guy in all ofsouthern Kenyahas to be a 51-year-old named Craig. Did you see Craig? And when you reply not yet, the news will be met with a disappointed shake of the head. The elephant known as Craig, seen in front of Mount Kilimanjaro, walks through southern Kenya’s Kimana Sanctuary.Credit:Emli Bendixen He comes up at breakfast; hes the subject of discussion at lunch. Then a text message came through to my guide, Johnson Salaash....

This Lesser-known Neighborhood Has Some of Singapore's Best Food—Here's Where to Eat

In a city bursting with flavor, this tiny culinary corner has outsized flavor. The pies have savory fillings like chicken curry and, my favorite, chili-spiced sardines. Set in a 1928 shophouse, it displays a collection of ornate furniture, embroidered costumes, and antiques. Peranakan Mansion by Straits Enclave.Credit:Courtesy of Peranakan Museum Left: the Haig Road Putu Piring stand. Right: a dish at Kway Guan Huat Joo Chiat Popiah.From left: Courtesy of Haig Road Putu Piring; Courtesy of Kway Guan Huat Joo Chiat Popiah...

This Lesser-known North Carolina City Has Beautiful Hikes, a Lively Downtown, and the World's Largest Natural Habitat Zoo

You’ve likely never heard of Asheboro, North Carolina here’s why you should visit. Its both a local and federal landmark. But outdoor exploration is only part of Asheboro’s appeal. North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro.Credit:Courtesy of Visit NC Visitors can make their way downtown to shop, eat, and enjoy the growing nightlife. The nature of our downtown feels slower in a good way. We rent this place even though we live there, Gregson says....

This Lesser-known Region of Italy Has Stunning Ocean Views, 3 National Parks, and Rolling Vineyards — and It's Outside of Rome

Abruzzo is filled with dazzling medieval towns, rolling vineyards, and a divine food scene. It’s home to 75 percent of all European animal species, flora, and fauna. In fact, it’s so lush that it’s often called the “green lung of Europe.” Credit:Gabriele Paris/Getty Images Abruzzo has four provinces: Chieti, Teramo, LAquila, and Pescara. Some connections are also offered through Abruzzo Airport (PSR). It features a full itinerary in both Rome and Abruzzo and includes private, round-trip transportation....

This Lesser-known Scenic Byway Is the Perfect Place to See Fall Colors — and It’s Studded With Waterfalls, Hiking Trails, and Lakefront Towns

Fall comes twice in this part of the U.S. and it’s extra spectacular along the shoreline. The coastal town of Grand Marais is the next big stop. There are also plenty of campgrounds en route. Credit:Ben Threinen/Courtesy of Explore Minnesota (Their Smashburger is a local favorite.) (They serve breakfast and lunch, too.) Nearby, theAngry Trout Cafeoffers lakefront indoor-outdoor dining out of an old commercial fishing shanty. Joseph Gosline/Courtesy of Explore Minnesota...

This Lesser-known Suburb in France Is the No. 1 Trending Destination for 2025 — and It's an Affordable Alternative to Staying in Paris

If you haven’t heard of Vanves, a suburb of Paris, you’re not alone. In fact, for most travelers, many of the destinations will be completely unknown. At the top of the list is Vanves, France, a southwestern suburb ofParis. Famous view of The River Garonne and La Grave dome in Toulouse, France.Credit:Sergi Formoso/Getty Images But why Vanves and not Paris? Regarding location, Vanves sits just outside the Paris Peripherique, a ring road surrounding Paris proper....

This Lesser-known U.S. Destination Is Hiding the 'Shortest, Deepest River in the World' — and an Underground Cave That Leads to a 'Blue Hole'

Kentucky’s disappearing Lost River reappears in this underground cave, which hides the blue hole. Long before the cave became a tourist attraction, it played an important role in the nations history. It was an ancient native hunting ground before serving as a Civil War campground. Credit:Courtesy of Visit BGKY The Lost River Cave sits below a wooded, urban 72-acre park in the center of Bowling Green. Courtesy of Visit BGKY...

This Lesser-known U.S. National Park Is One of the Best Places to See the Annual Synchronous Fireflies — What to Know

ET and April 10, at 10 a.m. ET, with one entry allowed for each household throughRecreation.govs page for the event. Successful applicants will find out by April 16 if they received a pass. Credit: Brett Flashnick/Courtesy of Experience Columbia SC Cell phones cant be used, whether as a camera or a flashlight. Brett Flashnick/Courtesy of Experience Columbia SC Brett Flashnick/Experience Columbia SC

This Lesser-known Utah National Park Is a Dupe for Zion—With Similar Colorful Canyons and Towering Cliffs But Fewer Visitors

It could also result in dirty campsites and bathrooms and overflowing trash bins. Utah’s Capitol Reef National Park could certainly be considered one of those hidden gems. Like Zion, Capitol Reef is anInternational Dark Sky Park, a designation it received in 2015. A natural stone arch in Capitol Reef National Park in Utah’s south-central desert.Credit:Tessa Desjardins/Travel + Leisure

This Lesser-known Washington Peninsula Has Some of the Most Stunning Bioluminescence in the U.S. — Here's How I Planned My Trip

Jacqueline Kehoe/Travel + Leisure I rake my paddle across the waters black surface, and electric-white fireworks erupt. Hood Canals bioluminescence wasnt blue like I expected. Tons of places have bioluminescence, John Kuntz, owner of Olympic Outdoor Center, tellsTravel + Leisure. Credit:Jacqueline Kehoe/Travel + Leisure You just cant see it because of the light pollution. Here, were lucky that its still dark. We paddle on the Kitsap Peninsula National Water Trail, just beyond the lights of Port Gamble, Washington....

This Lesser-visited Caribbean Island Has Pristine Beaches, Excellent Rum, Rain Forest Hikes, and Incredible Biodiversity

The French overseas territory is perfect for adventurous travelers who love a mix of relaxation and activity. Tour guide Devon Adrien ofSDA Taxisays this cultural amalgamation is part of the islands magnetism. Indeed, rum enthusiasts will be more than content on Martinique, which holds the only French A.O.C. Credit:Instants/Getty Images designation in the world for their varieties of the centuries-old rhum agricole. The spirit is produced from fresh cane juice and follows strict regulations to maintain quality and taste....

This Lesser-visited City on the Italian Riviera Is the Birthplace of Pesto — How to Visit

Heres how to plan the perfect trip to Genoa. Its off the beaten path. I can confirm we didnt hear many Americans (like us) during our trip. Colorful buildings in Genoa, Italy.Credit:Piero M. Bianchi/Getty Images Located in Northern Italys Liguria region, this vibrant port city has a tremendous history. The wealth and influence of its merchants is still evident in Genoas grand architecture and layout. Christopher Columbuss childhood home is just a short walk from the iconic black-and-white striped Cathedral of San Lorenzo....

This Lesser-visited Italian Region Is the Birthplace of Prosciutto and Parmigiano-Reggiano—How to Visit

The city of Bologna and the surrounding Emilia-Romagna region have given the world some of its finest culinary treasures. Here’s where to go. I arrived with a molar that had fractured on a cough drop en route to Bostons Logan airport. From left: Tagliatelle al ragù at Ristorante Cavallino, near Modena; Bologna’s Piazza Maggiore.Credit:Andrea Wyner The concierge at my hotel procured an appointment with a dentist shortly after I landed....