Michigan’s Sleeping Bear Dunes | A Natural Treasure
By Tonya FitzpatrickDo you know that feeling of how a smell, sound, or taste takes you back to some of your fondest memories? That’s what happens to me when something reminds me of my summer family vacations in Michigans Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. So, after all these years, whenever I travel … Read more Read more
United States Landscape Nature & Outdoors
How to Travel the World by House Sitting
By Ali JenningsAccommodations form the bulk of most travelers’ budgets, and with the general cost of everything increasing, it can be difficult to find somewhere for a decent price, especially if you’re traveling to a country that has a strong economy. What if I told you there was a way of traveling … Read more Read more
The World Budget Travel
Understanding U.S. State Department Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts
By Tonya FitzpatrickThe U.S. State Department provides American citizens with regular notifications of events that may affect their safety and security. These notices come in the form of Travel Alerts or Travel Warnings. Read more
United States Insights
Following Mexico’s Tequila Trail
By Jackie JonesTequila is Mexico’s national drink, and a symbol of citizens’ pride and culture. Read more
Mexico Food & Drink
Top 8 Free Things to do in New Orleans
By Tonya FitzpatrickLet’s face it; travel can be expensive. But, when you know where to go, you can explore new destinations at a fraction of the cost. One of our favorite places, New Orleans (aka The Big Easy), can be pricey to visit but is filled with rich culture, historic buildings and … Read more Read more
New Orleans Budget Travel Family Travel
Three Desert Gardens to Visit near Phoenix
By Breana JohnsonWhen you think “Phoenix,” you probably picture a city surrounded by desolate wilderness. Tourists rarely arrive with a list of gardens on their itinerary. However, you may be surprised to learn that the Valley of the Sun offers many gorgeous garden experiences! Read more
United States Nature & Outdoors
The Myths, Legends, and Magic of Malacca
By Tonya FitzpatrickSoutheast Asia is filled with cultural diversity, unique cuisine, and the most unbelievable panoramic views, such as tropical rainforests and seas. Located in the Southern region of the Malay Peninsula is the state of Malacca, and the capital is Malacca City which UNESCO named a world heritage site in 2008. Read more
Asia Off the Beaten Path History Preservation
The Tiny Caribbean Museum That Inspired the Jurassic Park Franchise
By Cara SieraThe science fiction that binds Jurassic Park’s storyline together is that dinosaur DNA could be extracted from mosquitos and other biting insects preserved in amber. Read more
Caribbean and Atlantic Off the Beaten Path
Exploring the Depths of Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park
By Michael FilLush rainforest and land transformed for millions of years by volcanic activity, all spread across 520 square miles of protected space. Welcome to Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park! Read more
United States Adventure History Social Responsibility
9 Reasons to Visit Colombia
By Tonya FitzpatrickColombia is now a go-to destination in Latin America. While they face economic hardship and loss, the people of Colombia live life to the fullest. Majestic landscapes and views are waiting to get explored, and your next vacation will be everything you have dreamed it would be and more! Read more
Central and South America
Wild Mahseer of Assam: In Harmony with Nature
By Bandita MukherjeeBlessed with serenity and tranquility, Wild Mahseer, named after one of the toughest game fishes, offers unique natural and cultural experiences to visitors. Spread over 22 acres of land, the heritage bungalows with antique furniture and colonial décor provide the opportunity to relive history and it is a perfect place … Read more Read more
Asia Conservation
Williamsburg Has a Darker History, Too
By Kathleen WallsWhen we think of Williamsburg, Virginia, usually we think of the fight for American independence and freedom from England. However, there’s an important element that hasn’t been acknowledged until recently: enslaved African Americans built most of Williamsburg. When I visited Williamsburg, I viewed some sites that tell a story about … Read more Read more
United States History
The Falkland Island | A Birdwatcher’s Paradise
By Tonya FitzpatrickSo let’s discover why the Falkland Islands are an excellent place to visit and how you can have a unique birdwatching experience. Read more
Central and South America United Kingdom Adventure Experiences
10 underrated destinations to explore in the USA
By Tara TadlockAs large as the USA is, however, a lot of the most interesting places in the country often get overlooked. Read more
United States Off the Beaten Path
Kinston, North Carolina: A Farming and Industrial City Turned Arts Hub
By Kathleen WallsThey say art is in the eye of the beholder. When you visit Kinston, North Carolina, art will be in your eyes, ears, and taste buds too. Read more
United States The Arts