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Few markets are as rife with infomercial-esque (read: mostly useless) products as the travel market. There’s no shortage of $19.99 gadgets promising to solve some problem for travelers that isn’t…
It’s been almost four year since I jumped out of a plane over New Zealand’s South Island, but it feels like it could’ve been four minutes ago. I’ll never forget…
Women need to travel alone, at least some of the time. It is nothing short of life-changing. Here’s a brief, personal story. My late husband was, to say the least,…
Growing up in east Germany? What was it like? That’s the question, of course from the west. But it works both ways. Here’s a conversation with those who grew up…
Posted By Joseph Hanover in North America, USA | Colorado is one of those states that so many people love so very much. From the slopes of the Rocky Mountains…
Travel isn’t just about seeing new places; it’s about learning new things. Whether you’re a seasoned globetrotter or a weekend warrior, every journey holds the potential to be a profound…
Traveling “home” this holiday season? Don’t fall into your old routine. Your high school hangout may be an easy go-to, but if you don’t live there anymore there’s a good…
First time visitors to Ireland have a lot of decisions to make. While small in size, this friendly island nation is loaded with awesome things to see and do. It’s…
We’d always liked the idea of combining travel and volunteering. We’d talked about voluntourism. We’d thought about voluntourism. But we’d never actually done it. There are lots of excuses, like…
As with most holiday destinations, holidays to Greece can be a great experience especially if you keep certain things in mind. Being a tourist will most likely help you out…
While we are still waiting for a meaningful airline passenger Bill of Rights, if you happen to be flying within or from Europe, you have more and better rights. …
The massive size and weight of trucks like these can easily lead to catastrophic crashes. One thing that can make these behemoths even more dangerous is overloaded cargo. Trucks are…
The Bottom Line With a bright, crisp, 8.2-inch HD display and the flexibility to work in almost any vehicle on the road, the Lanmodo Vast Night Vision System is a…
Quito is a city that most travelers—myself very much included—don’t explore to its full potential. Though in my case, this was understandable. When I visited Ecuador, you see, the country…
Travel is more expensive than ever. From flights to accommodation, prices are up. The idea of earning some money as you travel is pretty appealing. But where do you start?…
What is hygge? The quickest answer would be something like “cosy.” But the real meaning of hygge runs deeper than that in Denmark. Pull up a chair, let’s get comfortable…
Posted By Talon Windwalker in Louisiana | The first time I visited New Orleans, it was a short stay and during Twelfth Night celebrations. I didn’t really have time to…
With extraordinary compassion and true storytelling, Titanic the Musical shares one of the most famous stories in history. And this weekend, you can watch it for the first time…
Las Vegas, Nashville and Orlando were the top three searched for cities on MapQuest in 2013. The results are a compilation of destinations searched for on both MapQuest’s website and…
Your washing machine is one of the hardest working appliances in your home. It’s an essential tool that you rely on to keep your clothes clean and in good condition.…
Is Disneyland Paris Worth the Visit? Are you considering a visit to Disneyland Paris but aren’t sure if it’s worth it? You are not alone. We also questioned if the…
Amsterdam is one of Europe’s most popular vacation spots. Based on feedback from 100,000 millennials, Amsterdam came in number two for most popular travel destinations on earth. That’s not a…
Amongst the most coveted short haul destinations, the Spanish islands have long been attracting large numbers of sun seekers from all around Europe. Blame it on their wonderful weather, long…
Every time I board a flight, I have to laugh. Many airlines have overdone their definition of passenger boarding groups, as well as how many different boarding groups they have.…