Travel By Design: Insights
“Discovery is the journey; insight is the destination.”
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Here’s what to expect as international travel returns
By Audrey LimIt feels like second-nature now, packing hand sanitisers in our bags, getting our temperatures taken at checkpoints, and having face-masks at the ready. So what trends can we expect to see in post-pandemic travel? Read more
The World Health & Wellness Insights
In the Footsteps of Birmingham’s Civil Rights Movement (Lowell Thomas Award-Winning show)
Birmingham, Alabama is considered ground zero in the civil rights movement. In the 1950s, African-Americans of all ages in Birmingham drew a proverbial line in the sand against racial segregation. Their stories, struggles and ultimate success over Jim Crow laws is on display at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute in … Read more Read more
United States Insights History
Remembering 9/11 Twenty-plus Years Later
By Terri MarshallI’ll never forget the bright blue skies as I watched an airplane fly into the World Trade Center’s North Tower at 8:46 a.m. on September 11, 2001. Read more
United States Insights History
Dark Tourism in Cambodia: Exploitation and Cultural Insensitivity
By Tara TadlockOver four years in the early 1970s, Cambodia, a Southeast Asian country now frequented by backpacking tourists, faced one of the worst human atrocities imaginable– a state-sponsored genocide wiping out one-third of the nation’s population. Read more
Asia Insights Social Responsibility
Lessons I’ve Learned Since Becoming a Digital Nomad
By Ali JenningsBecoming a digital nomad is the dream lifestyle for many people nowadays. This shouldn’t come as a surprise. Read more
The World Insights
Around the World in 16 Photos
By Tonya Fitzpatrick, Esq.Photos and good storytelling inspire and engage our senses so we have curated this compelling photo essay from 16 fellow travelers who have memorable travel stories to share. Read more
The World Insights
Canoe Camping: Tips to Survive The Ultimate Physically-Distanced Adventure
By Nikki GillinghamIf you haven’t tried canoe camping yet and are on the hunt for new physically-distanced activities, you may want to find a spot for it on your list of things to try before winter officially arrives. Read more
The World Backpacking & Camping Insights
48 Top Travel Tips That Frequent Travelers Swear By
By Tonya Fitzpatrick, Esq.Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or a novice adventurer, these 48 top travel tips from frequent travelers are sure to enhance your next journey. Read more
The World Insights
The Heidelberg Project: A Detroit Artist’s Political Protest
By Kathleen WallsAward-winning artist and sculptor Tyree Guyton started The Heidelberg Project in 1986 as a political protest after he returned to his old Detroit neighborhood, the Heidelberg area in the McDougall-Hunt Neighborhood, and found dereliction and debris. Read more
United States Insights The Arts Preservation
8 exciting destinations to consider for 2023
By Tonya Fitzpatrick, Esq.In 2023, the world is brimming with exciting destinations waiting to be explored by avid travelers. Although we’re half-way through the year there is still time to plan for the remaining months. Whether you seek cultural immersion, natural beauty, historical landmarks, or thrilling adventures, the following eight destinations should be … Read more Read more
The World Insights
Inclusive Travel Revolution: Exploring the world as a plus-size traveler
By Tonya Fitzpatrick, Esq.In a world where travel media often showcases a limited range of body types, Jeff Jenkins, the founder of Chubby Diaries and host of National Geographic’s Never Say Never, is breaking barriers and promoting inclusivity. Read more
The World Insights Social Responsibility
Discover the Mid-Atlantic’s Best Summer Destinations for Unforgettable Adventures
By Tonya Fitzpatrick, Esq.Summer is officially here so it’s time to start planning your next vacation. If you’re looking for a diverse range of experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and a rich cultural heritage, the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States is an ideal destination. Read more
United States Insights
Where You Should Travel Based On Your Astrology Chart
By Haley CometLooking for inspiration on where your next travel location should be? See where the stars align for you with an astrology technique called AstroGeography! Read more
The World Insights
One Night in Jail: A Travel Horror Story
By Katherine BertrandSuddenly, below several work emails and app notifications, a Whatsapp message from your mother catches your eye: “Well… I just had the longest shower…ate breakfast and drinking 3 cups of coffee… I just spent my first night ‘ever’ in jail.” Read more
Mexico Insights
“Don’t Buy the Cheap Tickets” and more tips from an airline insider
Airline industry expert Kewwin McKenzie shares important airline tips that he’s gained from his experience of traveling around the world during the pandemic and the common mistakes people make when booking airline tickets. Read more
The World Insights