We spent a week in Christchurch in late October, just as the Southern Hemisphere was turning green for spring, and the city delighted us at every turn. For most Americans who think of Christchurch at all, it’s only vaguely tied to the earthquake of 2011—but this week-long visit revealed so much more: a cool vibe, exciting modern architecture rising amid the rebuild, pockets of surviving heritage, and lush parks everywhere. It’s no exaggeration that Christchurch earns its nick

If you’re lucky enough to have friends who live in Sydney, chances are they’ll tell you that one of their favorite beach getaways is Byron Bay — a short flight north to the Gold Coast Airport followed by a 40-minute drive south through rolling green hills dotted with banana and macadamia plantations. We were there in late September, the start of Australia’s spring, and it was already warm enough for shorts and T-shirts. The days were long and sunny, with that soft, golden lig

Auckland, on New Zealand’s North Island, is often the first stop for international travelers before ultimately hopping down to the South Island to explore its jaw-dropping natural beauty. While it may not be the most beautiful city we’ve visited, in our opinion it is well worth a couple of days of exploration. Dig a little beneath the surface, and Auckland reveals itself as a city of layered history, vibrant neighborhoods, and unexpected charms. A City Built on Volcanoes Home

Tasmania—“Tassie” to locals—may not be on most Americans’ travel radar. It requires a long flight to Sydney or Melbourne, then another...

Reno may have earned its nickname as “The Biggest Little City in the World” for gambling, quick divorces, and neon lights, but spend a...

Tiburon is often overlooked by visitors in favor of Sausalito, its flashier neighbor across the water. But those who wander down the...

There are cities you visit, and there are cities you feel. Copenhagen belongs firmly in the latter. It’s a place where daily life is...

First things first: although I’ve visited San Miguel many times, the real credit for most of the suggestions below belongs to Jeffry...

Most visitors to London rarely venture beyond the city center — a mistake, especially in high season when the streets can be maddeningly...

London is a city packed with blockbuster museums—think the British Museum, the V&A, and the Natural History Museum—but tucked away on...

There are voyages you take, and then there are voyages that take you—sweeping you up in their rhythm, wrapping you in their atmosphere,...

Most visitors to Avignon only scratch the surface. They snap photos on the Pont d’Avignon, wander through the imposing Palais des Papes,...

Nestled along the southern coast of Maine, Ogunquit is a small seaside town with a rich history as part of a broader network of New...

Just across the Rhône River from the bustling streets of Avignon lies a quieter, often overlooked gem: Villeneuve-lès-Avignon. Steeped in...