To many people, Mardi Gras is synonymous with New Orleans. But the Big Easy isn’t the only place that knows how to put on a party. Mardi Gras (aka Fat Tuesday or Shrove Tuesday) is the day before Ash...

Want to add a major cool factor to your next big trip? Plan it to coincide with a film festival. Not only is the destination going to hum with added activity and all sorts of extra exciting things to do, but...

Known for its gastronomy since ancient Roman days, Parma is even more than just a hotspot for mouthwatering cheese and ham. The city in the Emilia-Romagna region has it all -- from art and design to...

Even if we think science has our planet figured out, truth is we live in a world teeming with mysteries. From oceanic abyssal depths to impenetrable jungles, it's inevitable to wonder at the fact that there...

Tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville may come across as just another quiet mountain community. But, the truth is that it's a lively spot for artists, foodies, craft beer enthusiasts, and anyone...

This post was updated on October 20, 2023. America boasts a deep and captivating military history encompassing the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and the Marines. For those eager to delve into this...

When one thinks of Puerto Vallarta -- one of Mexico's most popular destinations on the Pacific -- the theme of all-inclusive resorts comes to mind. No doubt you can imagine it as a place where holidaymakers...

This post was last updated on October 6, 2023. Wondering where you should go to experience a lively Hispanic Heritage celebration? Head to Phoenix and its outskirts. There's a variety of events that take...

Whether its reggaeton, bachata, salsa, or mariachi -- there is a wide variety of Latin American musical styles with a massive fan base among the Hispanic community of the US. With this wave of popularity...

Craving some ancient adventure to welcome in the summer sun? From megalithic monoliths to archaic altars, here's a look at six world-famous sites where you can feel the excitement of discovering the might of...

The first hints of summer weather bring talk of music festivals. With the United Kingdom’s history of Cool Britannia it could be argued that this is the greatest place on earth for popular music and thus...

If you find inspiration for your travels in the pages of great literature you’ll love this list of cities rich in sights to see and contextual meaning for some of Ireland’s most accomplished writers. And...

It’s hard to find more colorful and lively Carnival celebrations than in the Caribbean. If you’re mulling over where you should head to celebrate, both Trinidad and Martinique might pop up on your radar....

The United States Civil Rights Trail is an interactive and multi-dimensional experience that commemorates African-American history in a way that has never been done before. Additionally, it commemorated the...