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Are you a plant lover planning winter travel? Or do you have a plant person in your party? When the weather is cold, there is a lot you can do and see to fit greenery into your vacation. Studies show that even interaction with indoor plants reduces stress, anxiety, and tension, so incorporating plant life into your plans could help…

Strolling through a Christmas market sipping mulled wine or snuggled up on the couch with a mug of hot chocolate, a cozy winter beverage warms the soul. Every culture has a particular version of these comforting, cold-weather drinks. The best part? Many of these winter concoctions are deliciously packed with immune-boosting ingredients to protect against the season’s nasty illnesses. Here’s…

Want the beauty and grandeur of Greece without the crowds and tourist traps? Look no further than the serene island of Milos. This island remains relatively quiet, giving you the sense of an undiscovered paradise or perhaps what Greece felt before tourism dominated the Aegean Sea. In Milos, you can't go wrong—from the beaches to the restaurants, every sight is…

Planning to travel for spooky season? Have you considered going south?  Many nations in Central and South America don’t celebrate Halloween but enjoy other holidays and ceremonies around the same date, stretching beyond October 31st into the first two days of November. If you want a unique experience, here are some cities you can visit to see festivals specific to…

If you’re an American, a fall foliage trip might evoke specific images of sweaters, coffee, and small towns in New England. But leaves change color worldwide, and there are far-flung places where you can witness the magic of the changing seasons in a new and exciting setting.  If you are planning a trip to Asia for the fall, consider elevating…

By the time I arrived in Colombia, I’d been traveling through Central America, heading south, for three months. After a week in lively Medellin visiting Pablo Escobar’s stomping grounds and paragliding in the Andes Mountains, and a quick stop in touristy Cartagena, I was searching for somewhere to unwind.  Heading east by bus from Cartagena along Colombia’s Caribbean coastline, I…

Ssam means “wrap” in Korean, and bap means “rice,” typically combining with meat and vegetables in a lettuce wrap to make a delicious and flavor-packed meal. Here we roast tender chicken thighs with savory soy sauce and sweet pomegranate juice, which cooks down into a deliciously sticky glaze that perfectly pairs with rice and crisp broccoli. The combinations are endless…

The Adriatic Sea absolutely begs for a fun exploration journey with its stunning shoreline, charming towns and azure waters. In the past, this sea was a vital trade route for the Romans and the Greeks, and it managed to stay a very important part of life in the entire region until this day. Today, if you’re looking for a fun…

Ready to explore some of the world’s most trek-worthy terrain? Europe is full of hiking opportunities of varying types and intensities with some of the world’s most spectacular nature along the way. From the Alps to the Dolomites, the mountain ranges here are known as some of the most picturesque on Earth.  Whether you’re a nature lover who likes a…

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