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With only a couple of days, you should devote one day to Lower Town, which is the earliest site of French civilization in North America, and the second day to Upper Town. On Day 1, stroll the narrow streets of the Quartier Petit-Champlain, visiting the Maison Chevalier and browsing at the many handicraft stores. Moving … Continued

Montréal in a Day Start with a stroll to the peak of Mont-Royal, the city’s most enduring natural symbol. Afterward, wander south on rue Peel and through McGill University’s leafy campus to Downtown. The Musée des Beaux-Arts de Montréal, on rue Sherbrooke, was once the bastion of the Anglo-Canadian establishment and is worth a visit. … Continued

If you need a break from theme parks, you have people in your group who aren’t interested in them, or you have extra time, it’s easy to get out and explore Central Florida. There’s plenty to do and see, particularly since Orlando is just an hour from the Atlantic Ocean and 90 minutes from the … Continued

Theme parks, nature, and beaches—oh my! Central Florida lures in the masses with the prospect of thrilling rides, handshakes with Mickey Mouse, experiencing Harry Potter’s wizarding worlds, and simply basking in the frivolity of childhood. The region’s appeal, however, goes beyond man-made attractions. In fact, Central Florida also stakes claim to the state’s most exceptional … Continued

With only one week, you can still enjoy the best of South Africa, including Johannesburg and Cape Town highlights, as well as a short safari. Days 1 to 3: Kruger National Park              Spend your first afternoon recovering from your long international flight by lazing around at your luxury lodge. Depending on where you stay, you … Continued

This weeklong holiday gives you enough time to sample some of the best of Morocco, with a focus on its four historic imperial cities. Remember to add a day on each end for travel time (a direct flight from New York to Casablanca takes approximately seven hours), and pace yourself to see the most important … Continued

For those who want to escape the chaotic medinas and tourist hordes of the imperial cities, the Southern Atlantic coastline is the perfect alternative, with miles of deserted beaches, enchanting seaside villages, and colorful exotic landscapes to enrich the mind and spirit. The scenery is stunning and varied with rocky wilderness, vast seascapes, and fertile … Continued

In just over two weeks you can experience much of Morocco: Atlantic coast havens, the High Atlas Mountains, Saharan sand dunes, palm-lined oases, rural hillside towns, and imposing imperial cities. Allow three weeks for a more relaxed pace.   Days 1 and 2: Tangier, Tetouan, and Chefchaouen  The best way to explore Tangier is on … Continued

Attracting visitors for thousands of years, there is much to see in Campania, and returning visitors will perhaps want to idle a little longer in lively Naples or the enchanting Amalfi Coast. There are direct connections to most places, so it is not difficult to make day trips from your base.   Covering the principal … Continued

It’s possible to see Vancouver in three days—but you’ll probably just have time to hit the highlights. Day 1 Start with Stanley Park. This rain forest has plenty of views, hikes, and activities, all within blocks of the city center. Highlights include the Seawall, a 10-km (6-mile) path that loops around the exterior edge of … Continued