There's never a wrong time to pack your bags, get out of town, and see the sights! Needing a little bit of R & R is the perfect excuse to take a break and forget about stress for a full 24 hours (or maybe...

When people get ready to go on vacation, often travelers have one particular destination in mind. Occasionally, however, you’ll wind up with an opportunity to tack a side trip onto your vacation. Side trips...

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...

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’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...

No matter how you choose to spell it -- Chanukah, Hanukkah, or חֲנוּכָּה in Hebrew --  the beloved holiday is celebrated by Jewish families around the world in the Hebrew month of Kislev, which,...

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...

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...

Want to discover the big, wide world but don't know where to start? Going on a trip to a place you've never been in all your life can be challenging, but oh so rewarding. But, there are so many exciting...

Forget the margarita! Any vacation to Cancun is the perfect opportunity to enjoy some of Mexico's best wines. It might be more famous for its tequila, but Mexico has been producing a variety of red and white...

When it comes to planning a Caribbean vacation, many travelers seek tranquility and seclusion. The allure of quiet Caribbean islands beckons those who wish to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and...

If you love movies as much as we do, you might already know that Spain was one of the biggest and most favored film stages between the 1950s and the 1960s. Its stunning landscapes, varied environments, and...