Destinations Archives

Elephant Rock in Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada: Visitor guide

Elephant Rock is a sandstone formation with a natural arch resembling an elephant's trunk, located near the east entrance of Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada. This guide covers access hours, park entrance fees, how to get there, parking, trail options, what to see, and…

Which is the cheapest Las Vegas Cirque du Soleil show?

The cheapest Las Vegas Cirque du Soleil show is Mad Apple – but it’s not necessarily the best value for money. Are the Cirque du Soleil shows in Las Vegas worth the money? The Cirque du Soleil shows are a staple of the Las Vegas…

It’s worth visiting the Benjamin Franklin Museum in Philadelphia | Review

This Benjamin Franklin Museum review looks at one of the best hidden museums in Philadelphia. History-lovers will be engrossed by the exhibits about the polymath Founding Father. Benjamin Franklin in Philadelphia Benjamin Franklin’s name appears on pretty much everything in Philadelphia. Which isn’t a bad…

Santiago Airport review

What to expect if flying from the Chilean capital. Dropping off rental cars at Santiago Airport? It’s hard not to groan when dropping off the rental car. I can’t just walk to the terminal – I have to take the free shuttle bus. This is…

The view from the Humphrey Peak Lookout on the US-180W in Arizona.

The best route from Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon

The best route from Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon is via the US-180W, not the I-40W via Williams. It might take a few minutes longer, but the San Francisco Peaks scenery makes up for it. Using Flagstaff as a gateway to the Grand Canyon The…

Why I ended up enjoying Austalia’s most notoriously boring drive

Crossing the Nullarbor from Adelaide to Perth turns out to be rather enjoyable if you make the right stops. Five reasons to drive the Nullarbor Swimming with sea lions at Baird Bay. Standing on top of giant cliffs at Head of Bight. Telegraph history at…

The last of Rarotonga’s canoe carvers

In the Cook Islands, a few men are trying to keep an ancient culture alive. A ceremony in Rarotonga The country’s main ceremonial building looks rather like a cross between a school assembly hall and a small capacity basketball stadium, but we’re all invited in.…

Crater San Fernando on Volcan Masaya, Nicaragua.

Exploring Volcan Masaya: A Top Managua Day Trip

Volcan Masaya offers thrilling day trips from Managua, showcasing its active craters and rich cultural history linked to Spanish colonists.

The John Harvard statue on the Harvard University campus, Massachusetts.

Understanding Harvard: Legends and Campus Life

Harvard University, rich in tradition and legends, offers intriguing stories, campus rituals, and a notable town-gown rivalry in Cambridge.

Visiting Montezuma Castle National Monument, Arizona: Prices, hours & history

The interior of Montezuma Castle in Arizona is off-limits to all except National Park staff. But here’s why the Montezuma Castle National Monument is worth visiting anyway. (Guide updated in January 2026) What is Montezuma Castle National Monument? Montezuma Castle is one of the oldest…