We’ll never forget our trip to Zion National Park one November. After battling the summer crowds on a previous visit, we returned to find the trails almost completely to ourselves. The air was crisp, the autumn colours were still holding on in the lower canyon, and the experience felt so much more personal and raw. […]

Jasper National Park is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies, spanning an incredible 11,000 square kilometres (4,200 sq miles). It boasts some of the most awe-inspiring hikes for every skill level. With its shimmering glacial lakes, massive glaciers, and abundant wildlife, Jasper is a hiker’s paradise. But you don’t have to venture deep […]

Editor’s Note: This guide was originally published in 2021 and has been completely updated for 2025 to ensure all information is accurate and current. After more than 20 years of travelling the world, you get pretty good at spotting the difference between tourism hype and an authentic experience. Nova Scotia is the real thing. We’ve […]

We’ve heard the rumours, and maybe you have too: that the food in Cuba is bland and uninspired. For years, travellers who never left their all-inclusive resorts came home with stories of boring buffets. We’re here to tell you that could not be further from the truth. That all changed for us when we decided […]

We have eaten our way across France, from the bustling bistros of Paris to tiny, family-run auberges in the countryside, and we’ve learned one simple truth: French cuisine is more than just food. It’s a language of its own, a way of life woven into the fabric of every village, city, and home. It’s the […]

If you’re planning a trip to Iceland, you’ll quickly discover the country’s food scene is as unique as its landscapes. At least that is what we found. From cosy bowls of fish stew after a day in the Westfjords to lobster pizza in a South Coast fishing village, eating here is an adventure in itself. […]