In addition to the inalienable rights that come with being a citizen of the United States is the opportunity to put your passport to good use. One of the things that makes having a US passport such an...

Wanderers have long discovered the curative power of travel. While destinations help open our eyes to new ideas, cultures, and people, they can also heal us in more ways than one. When you need a little rest,...

If you’re pondering the possibilities of putting your passport to good use with a first time trip beyond the borders of the USA, then this list is for you. Have a look (and dream big) as we share our 10...

Picture this: hordes of people dressed in vibrant colors and sparkling jewelry, all gathered together to dance and sing through illuminated streets. They're covered in bright lights and intricate floral...

When I told my husband we were going to spend 12 days in Ireland, he was confused. That’s a long time to be drinking Guinness, hanging out in pubs, and partying in Dublin, he thought. In fact, most visitors...

It has taken all of my concentration not to cry for the past hour so I immediately break down when a well-meaning Australian woman, who is on my full-day tour of Cusco’s Sacred Valley, asks where I’m from...

There's just something magical about sinking your teeth into a local dish, knowing that what you're eating is probably something unique to your state, your town, and maybe even to your street! Whether you're...

Ah, it's fall again. While the changing color of leaves and the crisp air are welcome, don't you secretly wish you could squeeze out a few more ounces of summer sunshine? Well, you can if you visit these 7...

How many times have you hopped on a Conga line to “chachacha” at a wedding? As a kid, you probably learned many Christmas songs for that annual holiday concert—among them being “Feliz Navidad”....

Hong Kong is famous for a lot of things. Being an inexpensive city isn't one of them. Nevertheless, experiencing east-meets-west with big city glitz doesn’t have to cost a fortune. As a destination known...

If you've been to Japan, you've probably been overwhelmed by enormous crowds walking through streets filled with skyscrapers and glistening neon lights, mechanical sounds of pachinko slots, and colorful plates...

Throughout history, ancient civilizations celebrated both the summer and winter equinoxes with ceremonies and celebrations. And although these civilizations are long gone, you can still behold the wonders of...

This post was last updated on October 3, 2023. Latin America is a vibrant mosaic of cultures and traditions, home to over 45 million indigenous individuals, each contributing to the rich mixture of...

No matter where you travel to in the word, attending a cultural festival is pretty much always a good idea. Mixing ethnic tradition, history, and, well...partying, a good festival features upbeat music, savory...