Visitors to South Africa’s wine regions will too often find themselves hitting the same wineries and bumping into the same travelers during their visit. Here’s a better idea: Spend time at the lesser-known gems run by winemakers whose innovative and interesting wines are putting the Elgin and Swartland regions increasingly on the global map.SOUTH AFRICA — The Cape Winelands north of Cape Town are filled with big-name wineries that des

Wondering what you need to do before your first safari? Bookmark this helpful list filled with tips on what to pack and more.When my husband and I decided somewhat last-minute (about a month out) to travel to South Africa for our first safari at Singita Boulders Lodge, I spent a few days in a frantic state scouring the internet and emailing as many trusted sources as possible to get myself to a place where I felt sufficiently prepared. Ther

Looking for a mid-priced safari lodge in South Africa? We’ve got the spot for you. Lions, elephants, and cheetahs included.KARONGWE GAME RESERVE, South Africa - For my first safari, I had no clue what to expect. I imagined a sort of natural habitat zoo where I’d be provided binoculars to observe animals from afar. Accommodations? I wanted to do luxury and was expecting a little bit of glamping mixed with Out of Africa. Becks Safari Lodge co

Eau Palm Beach, a self-contained and isolated resort and spa outside Palm Beach in Florida, is open. Read more about their Covid-19 precautions, including their Safe Stay protocols and their Guest Health & Safety Promise.PALM BEACH, Florida — Its a request we get all the time: Im exhausted and I need to get away for a few days. Someplace easy. Someplace restorative. With a great spa because Ive needed a massage for five months an

Every week, our travel editors and experts select the best travel finds on the internet and beyond.BBC Travel interviewed Barack Obama about the benefits of exploring the world, his most memorable trips, and the role travel plays in creating a sense of open-mindedness across generations. – Berit, senior editor Have you tried out EyeSpy, an app that works like Shazam for plants, animals, cars, clothing, and most other things from your photos

MANITOBA — If you’re planning your next big summer adventure, it’s prime time to look north — way up north. Nestled near the border of Manitoba and Nunavut is the town of Churchill, known as the Polar Bear Capital of the World. But there’s far more to this sub-Arctic outpost than clichéd Canadian chills.In fact, summer in Churchill is when many of nature’s wonders unfold. Just as the polar bears start leaving the melting sea ice

The last time we checked in with Sara Banks, the founder of SteamLine Luggage, she was telling us about her family trip to Sri Lanka – Three Kids, Two Parents, and One Tuk-Tuk Have a Grand Old Time. Continuing her tradition as the worlds coolest mom, she recently relocated her brood to Shela, a small village on Lamu Island, Kenya, for a winter sabbatical. This article should come with a warning, because youll want to book a trip before

Youre in an old house in the mountain learning how to dye your own indigo textiles. Plot twist: Youre in Taiwan, not Japan. Turns out the country has a rich history of the craft, and its no less joy-inducing.SANYI TOWNSHIP, Taiwan – Remember those tie-dye shirts we all made in third grade? Yes, that shirt, the one you probably just KonMari-ed out of your closet/life last weekend. Bad news for all you recovering clutterers: Indigo dyin

Baggu Go Pouch SetIs there such a thing as too many pouches when you travel? Never. This stripey collection feels like the perfect addition to my summer travel arsenal for long weekends at the beach and last-minute getaways. ($38) – Berit, senior editorHeathcote & Ivory Glasses CaseMy favorite new addition to my handbag is this sturdy and beautiful glasses case that I picked up for £5 when I was last in London. So cheap! I bought two: the i

Every week, our travel editors and experts select the best travel finds on the internet and beyond.I want to take every single one of these Ace Camps tours — batik workshops in Swaziland, shibori dying in Japan, Navajo weaving at Ghost Ranch in New Mexico, pattern printing with Lotta Jansdottir in Portugal! I love the idea of going someplace to learn or hone a craft, and, in the process, see someplace incredible and make friends with

Its no secret that Italy is one of the most family-friendly places on Earth. And awesome Puglia may be the family-friendliest part of Italy. PUGLIA, Italy – Before we had children, my husband and I used to travel to Italy every other year for vacation. The land of delicious food, incredible wine, beautiful people, and la dolce vita, Italy has it all. Now that we have kids, we prefer to travel in June before tourist season ramps up. But

Every week, our travel editors and experts select the best travel finds on the internet and beyond.In happier news about iconic Paris monuments, The Eiffel Tower celebrates its 130 birthday this week. Jasper Whites photography project Tour Eiffel explores how it anchors the world to Paris through at the intimate views of the tower Parisians have from their homes. I cant wait to order a copy of the book once released. —&

A great experience can be a three-Michelin star feast, and it can also be a taco truck. Thats just one of the things that came out in when Fathom founders Pavia Rosati and Jeralyn Gerba sat down with BluePrint Cleanse founders Zoe Sakoutis and Erica Huss on their podcast Highway to Well. The entrepreneurial duos had a lively chat about all things travel, including breaking the monotony of the everyday, packing for the unknown, and find

For Usha Bora, the founder of Jamini, a beautiful line of Indian-made textiles and pillows with a Parisian twist, a short visit to the French region of Normandy turned into a long-term love affair. The designer and mother of two tells us about her new home in the region and what makes it so great for families. NORMANDY, France – My love affair with Normandy started six years ago, when I first visited Étretat, a spectacular village at t

Building your own floating river raft, climbing into your own treehouse, and exploring the deep wilderness are just a few items on your Swedish adult summer camp agenda.SWEDEN – With a whopping 96 percent of uninhabited land, Sweden is practically synonymous with the outdoors. And the Swedes know this — hence allemansratt, the utopian government policy that allows citizens “freedom to roam” the countryside without obstacle, even throu

Clare Vivier, the designer behind cult handbag and accessory line Clare V., is always traveling someplace fabulous. She sent us a recap of her most recent adventure, a birthday trip to Havana, Cuba, with a group of her girlfriends.HAVANA, Cuba - When my friend Christiane Lemieux asked me to join a group of our good friends on a trip to Cuba to celebrate her birthday, I was thrilled. Our friend Patricia had been there before, so she planned

Heres a find: A discreet and well-heeled stylish, new hotel in glitzy St.-Tropez.ST.-TROPEZ, France — When I learned that the Cheval Blanc collection of hotels was owned by LVMH, my first thought was, How have I never heard of them before?Because unlike most of the big-name labels under the ultra-luxe LVMH umbrella (including the titular Louis Vuitton and Moët Hennessy), Cheval Blanc keeps a low profile and does zero advertising.

Presented in partnership with LE BHV MARAIS.PARIS – Fantasizing about Paris lately? There you are, strolling, with all the time in the world to admire architectural details and window dressing, swinging crisp shopping bags, and casually snacking on an incredible baguette held under your arm. There you are, drinking wine in the afternoon. Taking in the rooftop panorama. Possibly being mistaken for a local.You are in good company. Indulge the

COVID-19 Update as of April, 2021: The hotel is open with new health and safety protocols. Travelers who need proof of a negative COVID-19 test prior to international departures can pre-schedule an onsite test during their visit. Find more current travel info here.Sugar Beach, A Viceroy ResortSoufriere, Saint LuciaClassic, $$$$What do you mean, you don’t want to go to the Caribbean for the art?You mean you want to go to the Caribbean for th

Presented in partnership with LE BHV MARAIS.PARIS - Theres no shortage of good shopping in Paris. But visitors short on time should consider the French department store Le BHV MARAIS, the beloved destination for locals of the 3rd and 4th arrondissements. Inside the 160-year-old flagship on the Rue de Rivoli, the Parisian lifestyle is on full display — and its fully accessible and available to all shoppers — whether they are loca