59 articles tagged with summer vacation
Standing at the edge of the Nidelva River, watching the colorful wooden houses of Bakklandet reflect in its waters, I found myself transported through time. Trondheim, Norway's first capital, cradles over 1,000 years of Norse history within its modern embrace....
After years of exploring tundra landscapes and remote indigenous communities across the northern hemisphere, I've developed a profound appreciation for cultural contrasts. That's why Montreal captured my interest so completely during a recent summer weekend. This French-Canadian metropolis offers a...
The juxtaposition of Reno's vibrant casino culture against the serene backdrop of the Sierra Nevada creates a fascinating dichotomy that I've been systematically exploring for the past three summers. What began as a data visualization project mapping historical mining routes...
When most families dream of summer adventures, Wyoming's rugged landscapes might not be the first destination that comes to mind. But after spending a week in Casper with my two closest friends and their kids, I'm convinced this gem of...
Like the perfect alignment of teeth after treatment, Hilton Head Island's nightlife scene offers a harmonious blend of relaxation and excitement that's often overlooked by visitors who associate this South Carolina gem solely with golf and beaches. As someone who's...
After five years of exploring Asia's vibrant cultures and landscapes, returning to America's heartland feels like rediscovering an old friend with new eyes. When my college-aged twins suggested we reconnect with our American roots during their summer break, I immediately...
The first time I stepped onto Hilton Head Island with my daughter Zoe, I knew we'd found something special. This South Carolina gem strikes that perfect balance of natural beauty and family-friendly infrastructure that's increasingly rare these days. After five...
As someone who's spent countless hours studying how ancient cultures designed spaces for optimal social interaction, I find modern nightlife scenes equally fascinating as anthropological studies. Ocean City, Maryland presents a particularly interesting case study - a beachside resort town...
As someone who splits her time between straightening teeth and exploring the world with my three little ones in tow, I've learned that where you stay shapes everything about your travel experience. This summer, I decided to treat my family...
Vienna surprised me. Known worldwide for Mozart, Strauss, and opulent Habsburg palaces, I expected to spend my week surrounded by gilded interiors and concert halls. But what captivated me most was the city's remarkable green soul—a network of accessible outdoor...
There's something profoundly spiritual about reconnecting with nature, especially in a place where urban design and wilderness coexist in such harmony. Having grown up just a few hours east of Vancouver in London, Ontario, I've always felt a special connection...
Growing up in sun-drenched Seville, beaches meant sand, salt, and endless horizons. But after two decades of photographing coastlines across five continents, I've developed a particular affection for an entirely different kind of shore – the crystalline alpine lakes nestled...
I still remember the first time I rounded that heart-stopping curve on the Amalfi Drive, knuckles white on the steering wheel, as the sapphire Mediterranean suddenly appeared 500 feet below. The road clung to the cliffside like an afterthought, and...
As someone who typically finds himself analyzing wave patterns along coastal cliffs or explaining aurora phenomena in Iceland, Edmonton presented a fascinating urban laboratory during my recent summer visit. The city's unique geographical positioning along the North Saskatchewan River creates...
