Anyone truly interested in delving into the rich history of the world or reveling in its wide array of cultures has to take at least one trip to Europe. However, first-time European travelers may find...

This post was last updated June 1, 2023. There are many different ways to learn about African American history and culture. But no matter the approach, it should help folks to gain a greater appreciation...

Europe is glorious in February — relatively empty cities, architecture that pops against the stark weather, and low prices for hotels — and it’s pretty romantic, too. So, it's pretty understandable if...

There are few travel periods more popular than spring break. It’s not only the time of year when college students infamously flock to warm weather destinations, but when travelers not bound by campus life...

An average of three to four feet of snow blankets Chicago every year, so the people of the Windy City have mastered how to have fun with winter weather. Whether you like the brisk outdoors or the toasty...

There’s nothing quite like the arrival of winter. As the weather becomes cold and the days get shorter with darkened skies — in the Northern hemisphere at least — it can be easy to feel a bit melancholy...

This post was last updated on August 7, 2023 Witnessing the world's greatest artistic treasures in person is a voyage into the very center of what it means to be human. From the enigmatic smile...

This post was last updated on September 7, 2023.  Tired of the usual trick-or-treating with your kids, knocking every neighbor's door to get the same stale candy every year? Then why not booking a fun --...

Few American traditions are as iconic as Halloween. Spooky pumpkins, quirky costumes, and jolly legions of trick-or-treaters take the streets every year in a charming display of monsters, candies, and...

From the scores of reality ghost hunting shows on prime-time TV to record-smashing box office hits like Paranormal Activity, it’s clear to see that interest in the paranormal has spiked in recent years. In...

When most people hear the word "haunted," they think of old or abandoned houses with creaky staircases and eerie sounds coming from locked rooms. But what about hotels? For anyone who's interested in the...

This post was last updated on September 19, 2023. Most visitors to San Diego are drawn by its famous reputation as a destination with an enviable climate, superior beach scene, and famous family-friendly...

You already know what to do when you're visiting Madrid. Take a stroll through Parque del Retiro. Visit the world-famous Museo del Prado. Take dozens of pictures at Puerta del Sol, where Spaniards greet the...

For travel enthusiasts, Italy is like a little slice of heaven. Also known as "Stivale" or "The Boot", Italy is blessed with spiritual Rome, eternal beauty in Tuscany, artistic Florence, the floating city of...