The island’s lesser-known rugged side delivers staggering natural scenery and a range of outdoor experiences.
Category: Hikes and Hiking
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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.
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Chasing Solitude, and Dinosaurs, in Comanche National Grassland
The Comanche National Grassland rewards visitors with the chance to follow dinosaur tracks and feel the spine-tingling thrill of total solitude.
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A Sardinian Road Trip: Coastal Cliffs and Picturesque Villages
A photographer’s road trip traced the coastal cliffs around the Mediterranean island, a world apart from mainland Italy. Here’s what she saw.
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Canadian National Parks Offer Alternatives to U.S. Parks
Travelers worried about the effects of budget and staffing cuts at U.S. parks can find alternatives to the north. Here are five of the best.
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Mount Etna Erupts in Sicily, Sending Hikers Scrambling for Cover
Videos circulating on social media showed visitors rushing to descend the mountain as volcanic plumes rose overhead.
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Rethinking a Trip to Yellowstone or Zion? Here Are 5 State Parks to Visit Instead.
With popular destinations like Yellowstone and Zion hit hard by staffing cuts, nearby state parks offer beauty and majesty with far less uncertainty.