by Jordan Park | Dec 7, 2020 | Away For A While, Getaways, Winter 2021
“It’s a cross between Hawaii and Ireland;” that’s how the Azores (Os Açores in Portuguese) are commonly described. Owned by Portugal, these nine volcanic islands sit in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean about 1,500 kilometers (1,000 miles) west of the European...
by Natalie Jones | Dec 7, 2020 | COVID, Winter 2021
The surge of COVID-19 has, without a doubt, thrown a wrench into nearly everyone’s travel plans this year. Many of us have hardly traveled outside our hometowns since March, which is hard to believe when we live in such a connected world. Even though we may be...
by Jordan Park | Dec 7, 2020 | Away For A Week, Getaways, Winter 2021
Tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains of South Carolina, Lake Jocassee is one of the best-kept secrets of Appalachia. This man-made lake boasts cool, crystal clear water fed by the chilly rivers of the Appalachian Mountains. Where the rivers meet the lake, you can...
by Natalie Jones | Dec 7, 2020 | Away For A While, Getaways, Winter 2021
Ecuador, a small country on the west side of South America, is full of rich history and beautiful landscapes. There are so many places to visit and experience, but here are three attractions that should be at the top of your list: El Parque de las Iguanas (Iguana...
by Jordan Park | Dec 7, 2020 | Away For A Week, Getaways, Winter 2021
The smell of chocolate fudge filters through the air carried by the breeze down the main street on Mackinac Island (pronounced Mack-i-naw). The smell of fresh fish frying just around the corner mixes with the scent of chocolate and sweets. There is just a hint of lake...
by Natalie Jones | Dec 7, 2020 | Letter from the Editor, Winter 2021
I spent summer 2019 in the United Kingdom; roaming through green fields, eating fish and chips, and feeling alive amid European culture. I spent summer 2020 in my house, self-isolating from family and friends. The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed the travel...
by Jordan Park | Dec 7, 2020 | Away For A Weekend, Getaways, Winter 2021
When the commotion of everyday life gets overwhelming, there is no better escape than the whimsical world of L. M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables. Sometimes, though, daydreaming about the Lake of Shining Waters and the White Way of Delight is just not enough....
by Abbey Huch | Dec 5, 2020 | Gadgets & Gear, Insider, Winter 2021
Hiking is a fantastic way to get out into nature and be active during spring, summer, and fall. But once winter rolls around, it can seem daunting to face the freezing weather and icy conditions. However, there’s no reason to let the cold stop you from seeing the...
by Abbey Huch | Dec 5, 2020 | Field Notes, Winter 2021
A boat takes off from Raiwasa Private Resort in Taveuni (Tourism Fiji) We met Krish by chance. My husband and I were visiting Taveuni, Fiji’s third-largest island, referred to by locals as the “garden island” because of how lush it is. The island has one main...
by Abbey Huch | Dec 5, 2020 | Field Notes, Insights, Winter 2021
To many people, Las Vegas is all about the Strip—the flashy neon lights, the crowded streets, and the jingling slot machines. But as a Las Vegas local, I know there is a world of beauty and adventure hidden just beyond the neon glow. Here’s your guide to Las Vegas’s...
