From Berlin to Bangkok, traveling the streets of the world’s most vibrant cities puts you nose-to-vendor-cart with some of the most delicious meals you could ever hope for. There’s no need to plunk down a lot of cash at a fancy restaurant when visiting a new location to experience the best cuisine a city or country has to offer. Instead,…
On your next vacation, why not combine your passion for travel and yoga? Schools and retreats across the world offer training programs to students who wish to become instructors. It’s a chance to embark on a yoga journey to the destination you’ve been dying to cross off your bucket list, and maybe jumpstart a new career—or at least a cool…
Nature takes center stage in Iceland, where there’s a stunning view around every bend: massive glaciers, expansive lava fields, powerful waterfalls, black sand beaches, bubbling hot springs, rugged cliffs, and more. The good news for adventure travelers short on time is that many of the country’s main attractions are easily accessible. For visitors based in the capital city Reykjavík, the…
One of the great cities of the world, Barcelona is a feast for both the eyes and taste buds. An estimated 32 million people visit the city each year to walk the ancient streets, admire the Modernist architecture, soak in its culture and history, lay on the beaches, and taste the regional cuisine. Fortunately, you do not need to spend…
Bacteria, bed bugs, and other health hazards may be lurking in your hotel room. These unwanted guests can ruin your vacation before you even see the sights. In order to avoid a hotel nightmare, know how to spot potential dangers and how to protect yourself. Some hotel hazards you should be aware of include: TV Remotes When thinking of hotel…
When you’re traveling in Europe on a budget, it can be challenging to eat healthy meals, particularly when you have a packed itinerary. Sure, some countries are relatively inexpensive and others have readily available organic and healthy food options. It can get complicated, however, when you’re continually on the move and arrive in unfamiliar cities and locales. Chances are that…
Imagine yourself lounging on one of the French Riviera’s famous beaches. You see glistening water, hear the waves softly crashing and feel the sun’s rays kissing your skin. As fantastic as this may sound, in reality the sun will beat down and you’ll wish for the slightest breeze to cool you. Perhaps stopping in a café with air conditioning could…
Traveling without a smartphone seems almost unthinkable. Imagine: There was once a time when embarking on a road trip required a paper map, booking a hotel room meant you actually had to call the concierge, and word of mouth was pretty much all you had to rely on to find a great restaurant in a new city. Thankfully, in a…
Shark Week, when fascinated viewers are told tales of vicious sharks inhabiting every ocean on the planet, is just around the corner. The stories of these murderous creatures, coupled with a few close-ups of their rows of sharp teeth, have incited paranoia ever since the first bloodthirsty beast in Jaws. In fact, 51 percent of Americans admit to being absolutely…
You know that sense of rejuvenation you feel after a weekend at the beach? Most people attribute it to time spent with loved ones in the sun, away from the stresses of daily life. But according to science, there’s actually another reason why you leave the shore feeling like a brand new person: the ocean. You may be familiar with…
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