What comes to mind when you think of Portland? First, you must realize that there are two Portlands in the United States and that we are talking about the West Coast city. Portlanders take pride in their...

Cultural heritage tourism is one of the most popular categories in travel today - and it's still growing. The name may seem self-evident at first glance but gets more nebulous with more thought for anyone...

If you're backpacking through Europe post-graduation, going on your honeymoon, or just planning your next vacation, you may already know some key phrases commonly spoken in your European destination of choice....

Amsterdam is world renowned for being a cosmopolitan city for adults and 20-somethings.  Certainly, its international appeal and ever-so-often transformation against a timeless landscape keeps mature visitors...

Increasingly, cities around the world are turning their attention toward greener initiatives and more family-friendly attractions. Gardens provide the best of both worlds, giving kids a chance to cultivate...

Frankfurt, Germany is a perfect balance of old and new, providing visitors with the bustling energy of a modern city paired with the historic charm of this important European city. Frankfurt is the financial...

There's just something about Paris...and everybody knows! It's  one of the most popular European destinations, and for good reason: there's plenty of art, culture, and cuisine to enjoy in every...

Being the unparalleled pop culture mainstay it's always been in movies, TV shows, and comic books, it’s no surprise at all that New York has also been prominently featured in many best-selling, well-known...

While going to the beach with friends or family can make an unforgettable vacation, taking an international beach trip with your significant other is a whole different experience. There's much to do: from...

Portugal is a European gem with many unique cultural aspects. And what's more central to a country's culture than its language? As a visitor to any foreign country, it's useful to know a few key words and...

As anyone who has explored Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula can attest, this region of the country is something special. Home to impressive Mayan ruins, powdery white sand beaches, clear turquoise waters, and so...

We’ve all heard jokes about visiting places who claim they have the world’s largest yarn ball, or largest ball of paint. Roadside attractions are often kitschy and silly but can make or break your road...

Who doesn't love the Eiffel Tower? The Iron Lady of Paris is, no doubt about it, present in practically every travel bucket list everywhere. Because Gustave Eiffel's masterpiece is not only one of the most...

Despite being one of, if not the, most remote countries in the world, New Zealand has become such a popular tourist destination that many of its most beautiful natural sites like Milford Sound or the Church...