Looking for off-the-beaten-track travel destinations that are in the open air, display jaw-dropping natural beauty, have cool places to stay and eat and have tons of fun things to do nearby? You will find them here. We’ve asked frequent travelers […]
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18 COMMON TRAVEL SCAMS AND HOW TO AVOID THEM
Travel scams are a fact of life when you are in an unfamiliar environment, especially in a foreign country. But there are ways to protect yourself to at least minimize the chances of falling prey to scam artists. The first […]
20 UNIQUE NEW YORK CITY ACTIVITIES YOU CAN’T DO ANYWHERE ELSE
Unique New York City Activities You Can’t Do Anywhere Else Unique New York City activities you just can’t do anywhere else abound in this great metropolis. New York City is a major destination in large part because of its unique, […]
EXPERIENCE AGRIGENTO AND THE VALLEY OF THE TEMPLES IN SICILY
To experience Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples in southwest Sicily is to travel back in time to witness the parade of cultures that contributed to the area’s rich heritage. Founded by Greeks in the 6th Century BCE, […]
INTERVIEW WITH TRAVEL EXPERT, NOMADIC MATT
I am very happy to share with you my interview with best selling author, Matt Kepnes, the founder of Nomadic Matt, arguably the single most successful travel blog around. Matt’s New York Times bestseller is “How to travel the world […]
HIDDEN HAVANA: WAY OFF THE BEATEN PATH.
Havana is known for its colonial architecture, smooth rum and fine cigars. But there is another side of a Hidden Havana that remains concealed unless you know where to look. Magical, mystical, mysterious, pulsating and always fascinating. Cuba off the beaten […]
3 DAYS IN BUENOS AIRES: THE PERFECT ITINERARY
Updated January 3, 2020 If you’ve made up your mind to go to Buenos Aires, congratulations on a great decision. If you’re still debating whether to go or not, debate no longer, go! Spend a perfect three days in Buenos […]
CAMBODIA: THE GREAT MONKEY ATTACK OF ANGKOR WAT
Last updated June 2020 When you think of Cambodia you think of the temples of Angkor Wat but you don’t think of a monkey attack! I imagined exotic vistas, imposing stone carvings peeking from lush jungles…and yes, maybe a couple […]
HOW TO PACK LIGHT FOR A WEEK OR MORE
Updated December 4, 2019 Packing light for one bag travel is not difficult. It just takes a little planning. What a mess! Here are some tips and tricks I’ve learned – sometimes the hard way – when you want to […]
KANGAROO ISLAND DAY TRIPS BY FERRY
Updated December 5, 2019 Day trips to Kangaroo Island are very popular. Most originate in Adelaide, the closest big city and an outstanding destination in itself. Kangaroo Island lies about 130 miles southwest of Adelaide, Australia making it the perfect […]