Walks to Remember
AFAR Ambassadors are in-the-know bloggers who have a passion for experiential travel.
Bamboo Bridge at The Green School
This bridge connects Bamboo Village to the Green School, south of Ubud, Bali. We embarked on a six month surf trip around Asia, but our first stop was to visit friends who were teachers here at this International School. They put up our weary...
Experiencing a Quieter Side of Prague
Prague is a historic city with ornate architecture but is now notorious for its crowds of tourists. This is one part of Prague that provides a glimpse of how the city used to be--quiet, quaint, and beautiful. When I first found this neighborhood,...
A Temple with a View at Ulu-watu, Bali
One of the best places to watch the sun set is from the cliffs of Pura Uluwatu, or the site of the old Ulu-watu temple on the island of Bali. The dramatic cliffs overlook the ocean, and arriving before sunset allows you to explore the grounds...
The Thrill of Pai Inacio Hill
If you ever find yourself in Lencois, Brazil, make your way about 40 miles west for one spectacular view. Located in Chapada Diamantina National Park, Pai Inacio Hill is just off BR-242 and can easily be seen from the road. The striking white...
Labyrinth With The Perfect View
Land's End in San Francisco is an easy hike with huge payoff. This labyrinth sits just below the Legion of Honor parking lot and the Lincoln Park golf course. You can then scramble down to a beautiful rocky beach.
View from Nevada Falls, Yosemite
Although a very popular hike in the Yosemite Valley, the hike past Vernal Falls up the mist trail to Nevada Falls is magical in the Springtime. Personally, I think this is the best spot to stop and have lunch. However, Be sure to check the signs...
Out of the city, through the woods, to a château: Fontainebleau
A quick 40-minute train ride from the Gare de Lyon in central Paris takes you to one of the best day-trips out of the city: a forest preserve surrounding a palace that dates back nine centuries.
The Forêt de Fontainebleau offers a hundred square...
Walk Dubrovnik's Old City Walls
Dubrovnik's City Walls are the longest and most complete in Europe. They also make a fascinating way to see the city.
While making the circuit of the city, you can peer down on the narrow streets below, peek into secret courtyards and catch a...
A walk in the park
Few things provide tranquility for the soul like fresh air, open space and...ancient Roman ruins? Yep. It's definitely not a staple in every big city park, but leave it to Rome to chose a space as beautiful as Villa Borghese as their center for...
