Here’s a secret: If you want to visit Europe during peak season without the crowds, take to the ocean. A small-ship sailing tour lets you explore the hidden gems of Croatia, Italy, or Greece, without having to fight traffic or cram yourself on a crowded train. Sailing the Mediterranean on a yacht sounds ridiculously expensive, […]
You can now become the owner of a tiny Italian island off the shore of Sicily
Have you ever dreamed of owning your own Mediterranean island? Your chance might have finally arrived, that is if you have €1 million to spare. The tiny Isola delle Femmine has gone on sale for €1 million euros. Image by Peeter Viisimaa/Getty Images First, the Sambuca di Sicilia houses went up for sale for only […]
36 Hours: 36 Hours in Marseille
The French port city is shedding much of its once-gritty reputation and emerging as a place where ambitious cultural and culinary offerings take center stage.
10 Gorgeous Beaches You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
South Beach, Bondi, Myrtle, Copacabana: World-famous beaches that have become a household name are revered for good reason—but they’re sure to pack in the crowds, too. The Best Secret Beaches You’ve Never Head Of If you want a jaw-dropping shoreline without the sunburned tourists and splashing masses, head for one of these lesser-known gems that […]


