Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover travel, specializing in adventure and the great outdoors. Rows of purple, fragrant flowers are a treat to see and smell.

Vibrant flower fields bloom around the world every spring and summer. Amsterdam is famous for its tulips, Texas for its ...

Undulating rows of purple flowers stretch as far as the eye can see, a floral fragrance lingering just above them, wafted gently by a warm breeze. Summer means that lavender has come into season, ...

Lorna Roberts' family have been growing lavender at Castle Farm for 25 years A lavender farm in Kent has started welcoming visitors from around the world as it begins its annual tourist season. Castle ...

"Is there any point in going to Farm Tomita after the lavender is gone?""I'm going to Furano in September, but if there are no purple fields, should I skip it?"You probably have those questions.To ...

My expat life feels long yet short. I want to have a special experience every weekend if I can. I think about that while ...