Annie Warren

As the saying goes: anything men can do, women can do in heels. While the idea is fun, high heels probably aren’t the best choice for the “100% Women” program by Switzerland Tourism. Instead, put on your walking boots or running shoes to join in a variety of exciting outdoor activities, all designed by women, for women. Adventurous travelers should also check out outdoor activities in Switzerland.

Stockholm prides itself on being the world’s most Open City and a particularly welcoming destination for LGBTQ+ people and their families. Sweden has long been ahead of the rest of the world when it comes to equal rights — it was one of the first countries to decriminalise homosexuality in 1944. Sadly though, while identifying as queer was no longer a crime, it was still classed as an illness; so in 1979, a wave of Swedes called into work sick with an acute case of ‘gayness’.

Before you order a bagel in New York City, there are some things you should know. Bagels and fillings are to be chosen separately. You might forgo a filling entirely because New Yorkers will sometimes eat their bagels plain as a snack. But you may also opt for a bagel sandwich, with pastrami, smoked fish, cheese and eggs. Or perhaps you’ll choose a bagel with a schmear.