Kate Armstrong
Travel writer
Travel writer Kate Armstrong divides her time between the US, Mexico and Europe exploring places and subjects that spark her interest: culture, cuisine, cruises and anything offbeat. She usually travels solo.
This fascinating, must-visit capital can be overwhelming. Here are nine ways to break it down
The following “must visits” will help you experience the many faces of this fascinating capital within accessible locales.
- by Kate Armstrong
Beyond Athens: Greece’s 10 best small towns to visit
The best way to experience everyday Greek life is by heading to less frantic, mainland towns. From coastal gateways to regional hubs, these compact locales are perfect for “doing Greece”, whether by hiking a village trail or relaxing in a plaza bar.
- by Kate Armstrong
Nine must-do highlights of Calgary, Canada
Home of the Stampede and the Caesar, Alberta’s oil and gas wealth has built the base of a lively city with a noteworthy skyline.
- by Kate Armstrong
Famous for retro sitcoms, this US city is finally cool
The home of Laverne & Shirley and Happy Days, Milwaukee is no longer caught in a time warp.
- by Kate Armstrong
10 days, three lodges, three countries and nature’s wonders
While gourmet meals, luxury accommodation and passionate guides are as consistent as the sun, each lodge in this 10-day safari delivers stellar moments.
- by Kate Armstrong
A flight over this spectacular natural wonder is heavenly
It’s worth taking to the air to view Victoria Falls and to appreciate the meaning of its traditional name, Mosi-ao-Tunya.
- by Kate Armstrong
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Train journeys
Simple and efficient, this US train journey beats flying hands down
Amtrak’s Vermonter takes you from Washington DC to New York City without the pre-departure fuss.
- by Kate Armstrong
A bike ride across this island will turn you green with envy
The Butchart Gardens might be the botanic jewel of Vancouver Island, but a green journey by bicycle reveals an entire island bursting with blooming beauty.
- by Kate Armstrong
Don’t look up: You’ll be floored by pavements in Lisbon
Portugal’s first “artistic” pavers were shackled prisoners who lay local stones – white (limestone) and black (basalt) to depart from the plain pavements of the period.
- by Kate Armstrong
Nine must-do highlights of Juneau, Alaska
It’s Alaska’s capital but with a population of just 33,000, Juneau feels like one big neighbourhood and is easily accessible on foot.
- by Kate Armstrong