Isle of Jersey: Escape in the Heart of the English Channel
Rugged cliffs, candy‑colored harbors and a delightful mix of cultures make the Isle of Jersey feel like a tiny country with a grand personality. Tucked between England and France, the island pairs British gentility with Gallic sparkle — windswept beaches, fragrant narrow lanes and sleepy villages where time takes a gentle breath. From cliffside rambles and cream‑rich desserts to traces of Norman history, Jersey charms curious travelers with intimate discoveries around every bend.
Nantes Uncovered: Secrets of the Dukes’ City
Nantes — spirited and audacious — marries a storied past with a fresh, creative pulse. Once a bustling seaport with a painful link to the slave trade, the city keeps those memories close while continually transforming: a refined art of living, imaginative cultural ventures and renewed neighborhoods where history and innovation meet on every corner.
Cardiff’s City of Arcades
Cardiff wears its history like a well-loved coat — familiar, textured and full of stories. As Wales’s capital, the city hums with a lively cultural pulse but it’s the arcades that steal the show: winding rows of Victorian and Edwardian glass-roofed alleys, each one a little world of independent shops, vintage finds and cozy cafés. They’ve earned Cardiff the affectionate nickname “City of Arcades” and wandering them feels like stepping into a gentle, bygone era. At the heart of it all, Cardiff Castle rises—a stony silhouette against the sky—reminding you that past and present here are always in good company.
Charming Seaside Town of Tenby
Surrounded by 13th century town walls, the sleepy harbor town of Tenby, Wales is home to stretches of sandy beaches overlooked by ruins of Tenby Castle and the Tenby Museum and Art Gallery.
Adriatic’s Coastal Medieval Town of Kotor
A fortified town on the Adriatic coast of Montenegro, Kotor sits nestled in the Bay of Kotor, a natural fjord characterized by ancient ruins, winding streets and more charm than one can ask for.
Old Havana
Founded by the Spanish in the 16th century, Havana has had many lives. The city is celebrated for its vibrant culture, rich history and mix of architecture, including Colonial, Baroque and Neoclassical. The tropical climate helps give way to beautiful parks and al fresco dining.