International Holidays and Travel Guide

Mary Cate McMillon

Travel Journalist

Mary Cate McMillon is a travel writer with a passion for exploring new places. In between new adventures, she calls Santa Monica, California homebase where she enjoys reading novels on the beach, doing yoga in the park, and eating lots of dark chocolate peanut butter cups.

Aerial view of Hutton Brickyards retreat accommodation

USA

A New England road trip with historic river towns and incredible art trails

Upstate New York and the Massachusetts Berkshires both offer unique charms– one an iconic destination, the other more of a rising star off the beaten path. Together, they make the perfect long-weekend escape from the city.

Denmark

Faroe Islands uncovered: Classic vs unique things to do

A guide to pairing the Faroe Islands' classic experiences with unique, off path alternatives.

Tuscany

How to spend 5 unforgettable days in Florence and Tuscan wine country

Florence is a feast for the senses, with Renaissance masterpieces, artisan craftsmanship and delectable Tuscan cuisine around every corner.

France

How to spend a week in Biarritz, France

Nice, Cannes and the rest of the Cote d'Azur get most of the spotlight when it comes to summering in France, but this beachy surf town on the Basque Coast is another way to soak in the sun (and beaches and amazing French food!)

Château Grand Barrail Hôtel chateau in Bordeaux

France

The most beautiful chateaux you can stay at in Bordeaux

Stay at one of these romantically elegant chateaus on your next trip to France’s Bordeaux wine country.

Florida

Miami: Your guide on where to eat, stay and play

Cue “Miami” by Will Smith! This colourful Florida city buzzes with its own uniquely vibrant energy and moves to the beat of its own intoxicating rhythm.