The next stop on our 5 Healthy Days Tour is Shanghai, the most populous city in China. Travelers are drawn here due to its constant development. Modern and traditional culture and architecture collide in this city, creating a unique and interesting trip. This city is known for its historical landmarks and its modern and expanding skyline. Not only does this…
They always say there’s no place like home for the holidays, but sometimes it’s nice to get away and see how Christmas is celebrated in other parts of the world. Here’s our list for the best places in the world to celebrate Christmas this year. Amsterdam This is our ultimate destination for Christmas festivities and for good reason. We have…
Sometimes it’s fun to take the kind of vacation that you’ll need a vacation from—think a whirlwind tour of Europe, traveling from city to city to see the sights. But if a spiritual journey is more your speed, you might want to try a meditation retreat. People have been practicing meditation for thousands of years, seeking inner peace and a…
Warsaw is easily the mecca of Poland’s culture. This city is home to some of the country’s best museums and a thriving music scene. On any given day in Warsaw, you can find an edgy street fest or a Chopin-inspired music festival. This city, being located between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union in 1939, was essentially flattened during World…
Our world has been a work in progress for billions of years. Forces such as water, wind, pressure and heat have been working to mold and shape our planet, forming caves, canyons, mountains, and – sometimes – moving the ground beneath our feet. These forces have created some of the most awe-inspiring scenes in the world. We travel the world…
To many, a plot of land is more than an area of dirt and grass—it’s a blank canvas that holds endless opportunities for creating beautiful gardens and landscapes. But in addition to being something aesthetically pleasing, gardens also can be important extensions of a country’s culture; styles, designs, and elements used are often unique to each, and there’s a lot…
If all the excitement of Cinco de Mayo raised your interest in Mexican cuisine but has you worried about your diet, don’t assume you’ll have to throw your healthy diet out the window. After all, there’s more to Mexican food than cheesy nachos, greasy burritos, and refried beans. And if you want to visit Mexico, you should know that with…
There’s something magical and mysterious about visiting centuries-old castles. While some would attribute that to Disney films and fairy tales, it’s virtually impossible to stand beneath the towering, ornate buildings without imagining the lives of those who lived in them. Whether you’re gazing upon old tapestries and oil paintings or walking along decaying corridors, there’s beauty and history to be…
If you’re visiting Vatican City this week, you’ll want to be prepared. Considering the Vatican is a crowded destination at all times during the year, travelers can only expect it to be even busier during Holy Week, particularly on Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday—in addition to the Papal mass held every Wednesday in Saint Peter’s Square. Add in…
I know what you’re thinking. A trip to Italy equals endless amounts of delicious pasta...which also happens to equate to needing a new wardrobe when you return home. But despite the delicious foods Italy is known for—pizza, fettuccine Alfredo, bread—Italian cuisine is more diverse than most people realize. In fact, it even has a Mediterranean flare to it; you’ll find…
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