ARMS out like a bird,” I’m yelled at just moments before taking off down a huge sand dune on nothing but an oversized board.

Morocco is quite literally one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever visited. The colors alone are unforgettable—vivid reds ...

Meandering through maritime forest and along the beach, this lovely dune trail in Florida will quickly become a favorite. But don't forget the bug spray!

Sandboarding in South Africa has fast become a popular outdoor activity. It offers the perfect natural playground for ...

If you think you've seen all the planet has to offer, think again. Of the many national parks across the globe, these offer ...

From dormant volcanoes and salt pans to urban forests and library gardens, these are the places we go for peace and quiet.

Not all U.S. road trips are created equal—some lead to the best new resorts in the country. These hotels, all opened in the ...

About 260km south of Windhoek, on the edge of the Kalahari’s eastern border, is an otherwordly desert pod called Reverie – a ...

For decades, the small sultanate of Oman has lured travelers with its deep ties to tradition and its tranquil desert quarter.

San Francisco officials celebrated the opening of the newest city park on what used to be the Great Highway next to Ocean ...

San Francisco’s newest park is already a popular spot, with people flocking to visit by the thousands on its grand opening ...

This week's Fogcutter column features three concerts, a sound healing at Grace Cathedral and a fancy party at the de Young ...