What to Wear in Hanoi
Hanoi has a genuine four-season climate unusual for Southeast Asia, and what to pack depends heavily on timing. Winter (December to February) can be surprisingly cool and damp,…
Best Time to Visit San Francisco
QUICK FACTS Best months: September to November Peak season: June to August (warmest, but also foggiest) Festival highlight: Outside Lands (August), Hardly Strictly Bluegrass (October) Avoid: No genuinely…
Venice: History
Venice was founded by refugees. When the Western Roman Empire collapsed in the 5th century, people fleeing barbarian invasions retreated to the marshy islands of the Venetian Lagoon.…
Best Time to Visit Bali
QUICK FACTS Best months: May to September (dry season) Peak season: July and August Festival highlight: Nyepi Day of Silence (March), Galungan (dates vary) Avoid: January and February…
Best Time to Visit Venice
April to June and September to early November are the sweet spot — warm enough to enjoy walking without summer’s oppressive heat. May and early October are particularly…
New Zealand: Travel Guide
New Zealand’s South Island concentrates much of the country’s most dramatic scenery. QUEENSTOWN Known for adventure sports and Milford Sound. See the full Queenstown regional guide for the…
Bangkok Destination Guide
A Bangkok guide for first-time visitors covering temples, river travel, food, markets, malls, neighbourhoods and how to avoid exhausting yourself.
Istanbul: 3-Day Itinerary
DAY 1: SULTANAHMET — THE OLD CITY Start at the Hagia Sophia early to beat both the heat and the crowds. Cross the square to the Blue Mosque,…
Reykjavik and the Golden Circle: Travel Guide
Reykjavik and its surrounding region combine a small, characterful capital with Iceland’s most accessible natural drama. REYKJAVIK Read the full Reykjavik destination guide for an overview, the history…
Japan: Entry Requirements
QUICK FACTS Country: Japan Visa type: Many nationalities can enter visa-free for short tourist stays Where to check official requirements: Your destination’s official government immigration or foreign affairs…