THE COMPASS

In today’s Compass, dive into Europe’s hottest culinary trend, weigh which of the Virgin Islands is the best fit for you, get inspired by our picks for August travel, and much more!

PHOTOGRAPH BY AISHA NAZAR

A Mediterranean getaway for the culturally inclined

This dreamy city has an atmospheric old town, a Roman harbor full of traditional wooden boats, and restaurants serving home-style cooking, all set beneath the Taurus Mountains.

PHOTOGRAPH BY MARY FEHR VIA IRON CITY SOCIAL

Take a mouthwatering trip down Alabama’s Barbecue Trail

From pig ears to "white sauce" to the legendary ribs that fed the civil rights movement, Alabama has a diverse and tangy culinary history. Here are the best places to get a taste.

PHOTOGRAPH BY MICHAEL GEORGE

Think Bermuda is in the Caribbean? Think again.

Join National Geographic photographer Michael George as he explores the vibrant culture, rich history, and unforgettable experiences that make Bermuda truly one of a kind. Discover why this Atlantic island paradise—just a two-hour flight from the U.S. East Coast—belongs on your travel list.

OUR FAVORITE STORIES THIS WEEK

VIDEO BY STEPHANIE VERMILLION

Via ferratas are taking city adventurers to new heights in the U.S.

Once reserved for mountain towns, iron-rung climbing courses called via ferratas are showing up in places like Columbus, Ohio. Here’s where else to try one.

PHOTOGRAPH BY SEAN PAVONE / ALAMY STOCK PHOTO

U.S. or British—which set of Virgin Islands is right for you?

Much like the United States and Britain, the USVI and BVI are similar but different in the most nuanced ways. Here are some tips for the traveler trying to determine where to land.

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