It’s all smiles and perfect snow at Steamboat Ski Resort in Colorado. In fact, some days, making it to the bottom is a miracle. Then, there are what I call “superwoman” ski days. Credit:The Palmer / Getty Images It’s so unique that the resort trademarked it, calling it Champagne Powder. “We are sort of known for being friendly. We’re just sort of down to earth,” Rillos shared. raclro / Getty Images...
Noppawat Tom Charoensinphon/Getty Images Cherry blossom seasonin Japan is second to none. But you should always check the most recentcherry blossom forecastbefore planning a visit. But its not just the cherry blossoms that make Mount Yoshino so spectacular. Mt. Yoshino is one of the top destinations for cherry blossom viewing in Japan.Credit:Noppawat Tom Charoensinphon/Getty Images
Tivoli makes for a perfect day trip from Rome. But like manyItalian townsand cities, Tivoli bursts to life once the sun goes down. Diego Fiore/Getty Images Diego Fiore/Getty Images frentusha/Getty Images Sazonoff/Getty Images Sazonoff/Getty Images Diego Fiore/Getty Images Sazonoff/Getty Images Sean Pavone/Getty Images
What to do and where to stay in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Glenwood Springs is also just two and a half hours from the hustle and bustle ofDenver. Rooms are newly renovated and include both straightforward hotel-style rooms and multi-room suites with balconies. Credit:Adventure Photo/Getty Images Courtesy of Iron Mountain Hot Spings Best Things to Do Soak in the hot springs. AtYampah Spa, guests relax in caves with natural vapor, set in underground rock chambers....
A new study says winter in the Canadian Rockies by train is the most magical experience. At the very top of their ranked list was theCanadian Rockies Snow Train. The route alone is bucket-list-worthy. A train passing through Morant’s Curve in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.Credit:Wirestock/Getty Images Along the way, the train passes through dense forests and narrow river canyons. From Banff, the trip continues to Calgary, where most travelers end their journey....
Wicklow is also where many Anglo-Irish families lived before the country gained independence in 1921. Several of the grand houses and gardens from those years are now open to the public. Powerscourt Estate stretches from the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains down to a deep river. From left: Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa, built on the grounds of an 18th-century estate; tending the gardens at Powerscourt Estate, which were designed in the mid 19th century....
Six communities make up the Santa Ynez Valley, each a bit different. Buellton offers breweries, wineries, and the unique attraction, Ostrichland. Opt for an air-conditioned safari tent or rustic outdoor tent, or choose a fully equipped cottage or cabin. Getty Images Take advantage of swimming pools, Campfire Cafe, or nearby Sideways Lounge for cocktails. Comfy seating areas and a well-stocked honor bar create a welcoming atmosphere. The Inn is a popular wedding venue with its lush garden and remodeled Coach House....
I attended the inaugural Honeyland Festival here’s what it was like. (Sugar Land is a suburb located 30 minutes south of Houston.) I watched as excited guests took selfies, played lawn games, and visited vendors all Black-owned. Rick Kern/Getty Images for Honeyland Festival “We celebrate Black expression and invest in the culture,” the festival said on its site. “Our impact initiatives take it further with active steps towards fostering equity and Black excellence....
The caves, nicknamed the Marble Halls of Oregon are rare in North America. Meanwhile, above ground, travelers are treated to views of the Siskiyou Mountains fromthe preserves various hiking trails. On one of the monuments hiking trails, you might even spot some local wildlife. The strange cave formations of Oregon Caves National Monument in Oregon.Credit:fdastudillo/Getty Images It is located 35 minutes east of the city of Cave Junction, on Oregon Route 46....
Argentina’s Tierra del Fuego National Park is worth the trek to the “end of the world.” Tierra del Fuego National Park inPatagoniais small but mighty. And it has a big job. Credit:Martin Harvey/Getty Images The park protects the Andean-Patagonian forests found at the point wherethe Andes Mountainsmeet the sea. Tierra del Fuego feels like another planet entirely, and in some ways, it is. The park hasover 20 miles of hiking trailsthat allow travelers to explore the wild landscape at their own pace....
Costa Rica’s Arenal National Park is a gorgeous nature destination. Like much of the nation,Arenal National Parkis renowned for its geologic and biological complexity. It is a place where you could experience the changing landscape. Scenic view of sunrise over Arenal Volcano in central Costa Rica from Arenal Volcano National Park.Credit:alexeys/Getty Images At the parks heart is the 5,357-footArenal Volcano, which is Costa Ricas most active volcano. All that volcanic activity means that natural hot springs are prevalent within and outside the park....
Come for the Cuyahoga Valley waterfalls, stay for the local wine. Cuyahoga Valley National Park, an outdoor oasis thats less than 40 minutes from my front door in Cleveland. The first lesson: Cuyahoga Valleys reason for existing. Blue Hen Falls in Cuyahoga Valley National Park.Credit:larryknupp/Adobe Stock Cuyahoga Valleys rangers and volunteers have restored and continue to rewild a region once ravaged by industry. The Cuyahoga River, for example, burned multiple times in the mid-1900s....
Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky has great hiking and kayaking, too. Courtesy of Mammoth Cave National Park Its no wonder Mammoth Cave has long drawn visitors to south-central Kentucky. And while it’s easily the parks biggest draw, it isnt its only attraction. Courtesy of Mammoth Cave National Park Anglers will find bluegill, catfish, bass, and perch, among others. There are alsothree developed campgroundsinside the park: Mammoth Cave, Maple Springs, and Houchin Ferry....
