Canada's oldest city also has the country's best food, from highbrow French-fries-and-gravy to croissants that would make a Parisian jealous.

Hours vary by weekend, but a free ferry generally leaves from the Battery Maritime Building on the hour.

Where to bike, golf, climb on sculpture, and, of course, get some snacks.

And some Dutch influences, too.

Ice cream, yes. Hotel SpongeBob, no. As president of the Governors Island Preservation & Education Corporation, Leslie Koch has to make the hard calls.

Governors Island has become an enticing day trip in New York City.

Stunning views, sublime biking, verdant picnic spots, intriguing art installations, and (starting this weekend) an after-dark beach bar, all a quick ferry ride away. Welcome to Governors Island.

Three rugged, uncrowded, easy-to-get-to beaches where the only scene is the surf.

This Wyoming expanse at the foothills of the Grand Tetons is now an ecotourism destination.

Spain’s capital amps up after dark with dinner in a parking garage, midnight baths, and after-hours flamenco clubs.