Following the Footsteps of Exploratory Legend Marco Polo: A Travel Itinerary
Centuries before pioneers like Columbus and Magellan chartered the globe, Venetian merchant Marco Polo cemented his place as history’s...
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Christine Childress
- Nov 2, 2023
- 4 min
Follow The Little Prince Author, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Across the Skies and Sands: An Itinerary
French writer, pioneering aviator, and poetic philosopher Antoine de Saint-Exupéry conveyed whimsy and wisdom through his beloved novella...
Christine Childress
- Nov 1, 2023
- 4 min
Tracing the Footsteps of Trailblazer Mary Wollstonecraft in London and Paris
English writer, philosopher, and pioneering feminist Mary Wollstonecraft left an indelible mark during her brief yet influential life....
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Portugal: Marvão
Soak up commanding hilltop views of Portugal’s Alentejo countryside from this remarkably preserved medieval fortified village perched on...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Portugal: University of Coimbra
Wander the storied grounds of one of Europe’s oldest universities, founded in 1290, admiring ornate historic architecture and lovely...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Portugal: Berlengas Islands
Escape to this far-flung island nature reserve off the Portuguese coast with spectacular rock formations, sea caves, and sweeping coastal...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Portugal: Évora Chapel of Bones
Reflect on mortality surrounded by the bones and skulls of over 5,000 deceased monks arranged ornately within this macabre 16th century...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Portugal: ConÃmbriga Roman Ruins
Step back in time among Portugal’s most extensive and well-preserved Roman ruins, including intricate floor mosaics, baths, temple...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Portugal: Castelo de Almourol
Reach this diminutive medieval castle perched on a tiny island in the Tagus River for picture-perfect views of its ancient stonewalls...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Portugal: Museu Nacional do Azulejo
Discover the splendid history and artistry of decorative ceramic tiles known as Azulejos, ubiquitous in Portuguese design, at this...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Portugal: Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela
Explore this high mountain plateau and Portugal's highest peak with unusual granite rock formations, trickling streams, and breathtaking...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Spain: Irati Forest
Find peaceful enchantment wandering the mossy trails through this expansive primeval beech forest, one of Europe's largest. Why Go: Lose...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Spain: Timanfaya National Park
Journey through the otherworldly volcanic landscapes of this national park, with geothermal demos and fascinating lava fields. Why Go:...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Spain: Cuevas de Nerja
Journey into the immersive subterranean world of these vast caves filled with otherworldly stalactites, rock formations, and Stone Age...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Spain: Segovia's Roman Aqueduct
Stroll beside this impressively preserved ancient Roman aqueduct that cuts through the heart of Segovia's old town. Why Go: Awe at the...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Spain: Ciudad Encantada
Marvel at the otherworldly rock formations naturally carved into strange shapes like animals and architectural structures at this surreal...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Spain: Museo del Jamón
Explore the culture and curing artistry of Spain's iconic cured ham at this quirky Madrid museum dedicated to jamón. Why Go: An immersive...
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Spain: Poblet Monastery
Explore this immense 12th century monastery with elaborate Gothic and Renaissance details, royal tombs, and tranquil cloister gardens....
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Spain: Caminito del Rey - "The King's Little Pathway"
Traverse this breathtakingly precarious cliffside walkway originally built along steep gorge walls for workers at a hydroelectric dam....
Christine Childress
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min
Off-The-Beaten-Path in Spain: Las Médulas
Explore the surreal remains of ancient Roman gold mines carved from mountains that left an otherworldly scarred landscape. Why Go:...
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