Officially known as the Shawangunk Ridge, the Gunks are one of the premier climbing areas in the country, and it is one of the oldest as well. The Gunks are located mostly in the Mohonk Preserve, a land trust dedicated to
Austin, Texas. So much Americana. So many food trucks. The Live Music Capital. With a population that is rapidly approaching a million, and about 30 million annual visitors, Austin has grown, but still maintains a small-town feel and a quirky culture. This
We flew from St. Lucia and arrived in Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe, an archipelago of over a dozen sun drenched islands. The two main islands are butterfly-shaped and are joined together by a mangrove swamp and a few bridges. The eastern island,
St. Lucia may be small in size, spanning only 240 square miles, but it is geographically diverse and rich in culture. The island boasts jaw dropping vistas, fresh seafood and a great mix of culture -- while it may have been secured
In the Southern Caribbean lie the ABC Islands - Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao with Curacao being the biggest of the three and a popular holiday destination for the Dutch. Curacao's main port city, Willemstad, is like an Old World European city
A lobster lover's paradise, Portland offers a great north atlantic escape. It has a dynamic waterfront industry, a local art scene, and amazing fresh seafood in a host of gourmet restaurants, bars and breweries. We started Friday at Duckfat, Rob Evan's
Playa del Carmen is one Riviera Maya's trendiest spots. It's known for the palm-lined beaches and bustling life, with shops, restaurants and bars. We chose to plant ourselves just north of the city in one of the Riveria's resorts to
Cozumel is best known for the cruise ship traffic, with more cruises docking than any other port in the Caribbean. That said, it also is filled with authentic neighborhoods outside the main tourist area. There are plenty of secluded beaches
The Belizean jungle is rich with color and a haven for wildlife, including jaguar, puma, ocelot, tapir, a variety of monkeys and hundreds of bird species. The jungle is also home to 4,000 species of tropical flowers, including a wide
Ambergris Caye is Belize's largest island and known for three things: water sports, eating and drinking. Off the eastern shore, Belize's barrier reef features famed dive sites that have an abundance of sea life, plus the Blue Hole is not