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Prague Pools: Where to go swimming this summer

Cooling off in nature at the Divoká Šárka pool. Photo: Triviality
Cooling off in nature at the Divoká Šárka pool. Photo: Triviality

Jul 19 By Joann Plockova in Prague— Summer is in full swing in Prague. On those days when the city sizzles, it’s great to plunge into one of the city’s public pools. Along with being a pleasant way to keep cool, spending time at Prague’s pools offers the opportunity to see areas of the city that you » Read more

Posted in Czech Republic, Outdoors, Parks, Prague, Sports, summer

Paris: Cheap bike rentals, when Velib’ won’t do

Paris: Cheap bike rentals, when Velib’ won’t do

May 10 By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— (Updated June 28, 2011 to reflect new Velib’ policies) Tourists coming to Paris look with desire at Vélib‘, the city’s public bike-share program. Until recently, when tourists asked me how to rent one, I was forced to dash hopes. For, until recently, you couldn’t hop on a bike unless you » Read more

Posted in Alternative Transportation, Bikes, City Transportation, France, Outdoors, Paris, Sports, transportation

London Marathon 2011: Where to watch the race

London Marathon 2011: Where to watch the race

Apr 14 By Nina Derham in London— If you’re planning to be in London on April 17, 2011, make sure you don’t miss the London Marathon. It may be too late to sign yourself up as a runner, but there is a lot of fun to be had on the sidelines and it also makes for an » Read more

Posted in Events, fun, London, Outdoors, Sports, United Kingdom

Canary Islands: A Cheapo guide to the Canaries

Canary Islands: A Cheapo guide to the Canaries

Feb 15 By Audrey Sykes— The Canary Islands are the prime euro vacation spot for those eager to break from the winter. Not only is the weather warm, water gorgeous and beaches sublime, but the volcanic topography is naturally wonderful. This southern Spanish archipelago is a hotspot throughout the year, so here are some tips to help » Read more

Posted in beach, Canary Islands, fun, islands, Spain, Sports

Madrid in Winter: Skiing and outdoor markets

Madrid in Winter: Skiing and outdoor markets

Jan 17 By Cynthia Kane in Madrid— The holidays in Madrid kicked off some of the best winter activities in the city. The Christmas markets may now be a sweet memory, but you won’t have to venture far from the center of our (usually) temperate and sunny locale to enjoy some other winter activities, including skiing and » Read more

Posted in Madrid, Shops, Spain, Sports

Innsbruck, Austria: 5 Ways to keep it cheap

Innsbruck, Austria: 5 Ways to keep it cheap

Dec 07 By Audrey Sykes— Europe’s ski towns are scattered across the Alps and serve as ideal winter getaways for those living up north. Innsbruck, Austria is one of the favorites and one of the cheapest. It’s bigger than surrounding towns, with a larger population and thus a lot more to offer in terms of quality and » Read more

Posted in Austria, Day Trips, Innsbruck, Sports

New York City: The best ice skating in the city

New York City: The best ice skating in the city

Nov 12 By Nicole Puhl in New York— As the winter chill finds its way into New York there are few outdoor activities worth braving the frosty elements, and ice-skating is one of them. NYC is home to multiple skating rinks for appropriately ringing in the holiday season with an icy spin (or fall!) around the rink » Read more

Posted in fun, New York, Sports, United States

Madrid Day Trip: Exploring the Sierra mountain ranges

Madrid Day Trip: Exploring the Sierra mountain ranges

Nov 09 By Nina Derham in Madrid— If you need a break from the hustle and bustle of Madrid, you’re in luck. Spain’s capital is flanked by mountain ranges including the Sierra de Guadarrama, Sierra del Norte and the Sierra de Gredos, all of which offer city dwellers some well-needed respite from the urban grind. Day tripping » Read more

Posted in Day Trips, Health, Madrid, Spain, Sports, walking

Forza Fiorentina! Getting tickets to a soccer game in Florence

Forza Fiorentina! Getting tickets to a soccer game in Florence

Nov 08 By Laura Mongillo— What’s the best way to rub shoulders with Florentines, far from the museums and tourist traps of central Florence? Head out to the stadium and watch the city’s soccer team Fiorentina play against some of the best teams in the world! Fiorentina’s fan base is still very proudly Florentine and is a » Read more

Posted in Entertainment, Florence, fun, Italy, Sports

London: Outdoor swimming in London Fields

London: Outdoor swimming in London Fields

Sep 21 Here in the UK we’re not known for our sunny skies and golden tans. But we are fond of a good swim, and lots of us in London actually prefer to take a dip out in the open air than under a sports center roof. It may seem like madness, but you might just change » Read more

Posted in fun, Health, London, Sports, United Kingdom