Spread out along the road between Christchurch and Queenstown, lodge hotels, many in remote spots, offer luxury with a sense of place.
Category: Hikes and Hiking
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Road Trips Where Rural America Shines
Small towns and agricultural regions that have long been neglected are regenerating themselves through tourism.
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Chasing Waterfalls on Portugal’s Island of Madeira
The island, a Portuguese territory, is only 35 miles long, but its mountains are laced with scenic trails, tumbling cascades and inviting villages.
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A Pilgrim Route in Norway: Berries, Bogs and a Viking King
Following one of the nine St. Olav Ways, a photographer trudged with soggy feet through tundras, forests and wetlands. Here’s what she saw.
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A Hike to Crazy Horse Stirs Patriotism and Doubt
Thousands took part in a biannual hike to a South Dakota mountaintop, where a sculpture of the Lakota chief is in its 77th year of construction.
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Taiwan’s Underrated East Coast Is a Gem for Nature Lovers
The island’s lesser-known rugged side delivers staggering natural scenery and a range of outdoor experiences.
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On the Slopes of Mount Etna, Where Lava and Wine Flow
The fiery Sicilian volcano is a magnet not only for hikers, but for wine and food lovers. Vineyards thrive on the rich soil, alongside restaurants, bars and farm-stays.
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Experiencing Japan’s Fiery Autumnal Foliage
‘Momijigari’ means hunting autumn leaves and people consult forecasts and follow predictions to find the most beautiful displays. This itinerary adds history and a sense of spirituality to the colors.
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The Lure of Stones and Silence: Hiking in Zagori, Greece
The region, in the country’s northwest, is a lofty realm of cascading rivers, emerald forests and ancient villages carved from the mountains. It offers a view of the country beyond the island postcards.
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Welcoming My First Marriage Into My Second
Is it better to bury memories of past relationships, or embrace them?
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An Inn-to-Inn Walk on Scotland’s Idyllic East Coast
An independent traveler let a tour company handle the details so she could savor the crashing waves, shore birds and fishing towns along the Fife Coastal Path.