October nights in Berlin shimmer with projection art across iconic sites during the Berlin Festival of Lights. We’ve highlighted the must-see facades and shared quick photo tips to help you enjoy and capture the city at its luminous best.

Step inside Berlin’s Deutschlandmuseum for a one-hour, 12-scene journey through 2,000 years of German history—think Roman forest to WWI trench, Roaring ’20s arcade, and a reunified Berlin S-Bahn. Open daily 10–20 with time-slot tickets; buying online earlier costs less. Find it at Leipziger Platz 7.

Planning a Dresden Christmas trip? Start at the famed Striezelmarkt—then explore seven more markets like Neumarkt (by the Frauenkirche), Augustusmarkt, Stallhof’s medieval market, and Prager Straße’s Winterlichter. Get timing (late Nov–Dec; Striezelmarkt runs Nov 26–Dec 24, 2025), what to eat (stollen!), and practical tips for crowds, photos, and transport. 

Two protected herds live at opposite ends of North Carolina’s Outer Banks: beach-driving tours to see Corolla’s horses in the north, and boat access to Shackleford Banks near Beaufort in the south. Meet the small-but-powerful “Banker” horses (Spanish mustang lineage), learn the wild vs. feral nuance, and browse a gallery of unforgettable moments—plus links to the Corolla Wild Horse Fund and the Foundation for Shackleford Horses.

Planning 2–3 days in Dresden? Start in the rebuilt Old Town—Frauenkirche, Zwinger, Royal Palace/Green Vault and the Procession of Princes—then stroll Brühl’s Terrace along the Elbe and cross to lively Neustadt for cafés and Pfunds Molkerei. Time a winter visit for the Striezelmarkt, Germany’s oldest Christmas market. 

Want sunrise over the Eiger without a 4 a.m. hike? Check into Grindelwald First Mountain Inn—a mountaintop chalet steps from the Cliff Walk and the trail to Bachalpsee, with instant access to First’s Flyer/Glider, carts, and Trottibikes. Cozy rooms, huge views, unforgettable golden hours.

From steep alpine tracks to urban hillside links, this guide rounds up fun-to-ride funiculars around the world with why they’re special, how to reach them, when to go for the best views, and simple photo tips for the ride.

Discover Berlin on foot with a self-guided route linking the city’s top sights in Mitte—Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, the Holocaust Memorial, Checkpoint Charlie, Gendarmenmarkt, Unter den Linden, Museum Island, and Berlin Cathedral. Get simple wayfinding, best-light photo advice, and ideas to extend your walk to Alexanderplatz or the East Side Gallery.

What’s a volunteer “citizen science” expedition really like? In Kenya’s Enonkishu (Mara-Serengeti), you’ll train on data collection, drive/foot transects, set camera traps, monitor waterholes, meet Maasai communities—and log real results (e.g., 16,700+ animals recorded). It’s not a safari; it’s meaningful conservation work.

Planning a Mendocino getaway? This guide breaks down where to stay—Fort Bragg, Mendocino, Little River, and Elk—with pros/cons by vibe: secluded luxury (Inn at Newport Ranch), harbor hideaway (Noyo Harbor Inn), ocean-view B&Bs (Brewery Gulch, Little River Inn, Elk Cove), plus sustainable options and nearby things to do.

Discover how tea reflects hospitality and harmony across the globe—what to expect, how to participate respectfully, and inspiration to seek out local tea experiences (from roadside chai to contemplative ceremonies) on your next trip.

Design lovers, put Basel on your list. This guide spotlights the city’s contemporary greats—Herzog & de Meuron landmarks, Novartis Campus tours, Roche towers, museum gems (Beyeler, Tinguely), and nearby Vitra highlights—plus an easy walk, when to go, and photo ideas.

Explore Raleigh on foot with a self-guided loop from Boylan Heights across Boylan Bridge into a compact core of museums and public art: the City of Raleigh Museum, Black Main Street sidewalk art on Hargett Street, historic squares, and City Market—easy walking with photo stops and history at every turn. 

Craving a laid-back Mendocino escape? Elk Cove Inn delivers cliff-top ocean views, cozy cottages and rooms, homemade breakfasts, and pet-friendly touches—plus private beach access and an easy jump to redwood hikes, wineries, and Highway 1 scenery.

This photo essay remembers Kyiv as it was in early 2020—vibrant streets, historic squares, and quiet moments—published in 2023 by Therese Iknoian. Explore the gallery, absorb the context, and reflect on how much has changed since. 

Plan an unforgettable day at Switzerland’s Jungfraujoch. Start at Grindelwald Terminal, glide 15 minutes on the Eiger Express to Eigergletscher, then connect by railway to Europe’s highest station (3,454 m). Explore the Sphinx observation deck, the Ice Palace, and indoor “Alpine Sensation” walkway, with practical tips on timing, weather, altitude, and photography. 

Pedal two-person, electric-assist railbikes deep into Mendocino’s redwoods on the Skunk Train’s 25-mile Noyo River route—an immersive ~4-hour outing that includes a picnic stop at Camp Noyo, trestle views, and plenty of photo ops. Get practical advice on how it works, what to bring, and when to go. 

Discover Cary’s small-town-meets-modern vibe: base in walkable downtown, explore murals and history (Page-Walker, Cary Arts Center), relax at the new Downtown Cary Park, and sample standout cafés, bakeries, and breweries—an easy add-on to any Raleigh trip.