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  These are two of my favorite destinations with an abundance of nature-based treasures: Iceland where I had spent a month visiting venues...

In Scotland, the luxe, five-star Cameron House has something for everyone, whether you’re a thrill seeker who gravitates to four-wheeling or...

  At the luxe Cayo Levantado Resort, strolling to the private beach at sunrise is a must-do experience. The private beach is an idyllic loca...

This private beach at Cayo Levantado Resort is a serene spot for sipping a chilled glass of verdejo. Guests who wake up early are treated to...

The abundant lush foliage, creative wellness classes and chill vibe make it easy to truly get into a Zen state at the luxe Cayo Levantado Re...

Picturesque Lake Memphremagog in downtown Magog is bordered by a lovely more-than-a-mile ice skating path. In my travels, I’m often attracte...

New York City’s Roosevelt Island is a gem, with bucolic landscaping and scenic waterfront views. It’s a great place to stroll, jog or picnic...

  Every season is delightful in Spring Lake, though I’m especially fond of the off season. This is one of two footbridges that date to the l...

  Portmeirion Village (the quirky village in Wales where The Prisoner was shot) is captivating even in inclement weather. Though I didn’t vi...

  What an atmospheric setting for a tea room in Wales. At Tu Hwnt I’r Bont, I enjoyed scones with butter and jam in the leafy gardens beside...

  I’m enamored with Newport, a lovely town in Southwest Wales with a sandy beach, a castle, several coffee shops and art and craft emporia, ...

  Wales is surprising in every way — all of it great because, among many things, the natural landscapes couldn’t be more abundant. Southwest...

  In Wales, the town of Cardigan is a wonderful mix of old and contemporary, including a window-walled coffee shop in the 12th century castl...

Some people come from far afield just to take a photo of what’s referred to as the “lone tree” in Eryi National Park (Snowdonia) in Wales. I...

On the North Lake area, I found the clouds to be mesmerizing. There were no bad views when I bicycled from the East Point Lighthouse to Sour...

Bicycling around Prince Edward Island is an idyllic experience, full of picturesque views and great seafood. (I fell in love with the abunda...

  Torshavn, the tiny waterfront capital city of the Faroe Islands, couldn’t be more atmospheric. No matter the weather, it always looks good...

Bicycling the Toronto Islands (with Toronto Bicycle Tours) in the off-season couldn’t be more idyllic. This scenic chain is a short ferry ri...

Spring Lake, New Jersey is a mere two hours by train from New York City. Yet, no matter how many times I visit in the off-season and no matt...

The Chateau Inn and Suites in Spring Lake, New Jersey is perfectly located across the street from the lake where you can jog the loop around...