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Beaufort, North Carolina: A coastal hidden gem
By Natalie HoyBeaufort is a gorgeous coastal town filled with beaches, local shops, and even diving experiences. With so much to explore in Beaufort, this coastal gem is packed with an interesting history and some amazing activities. Read more
United States Nature & Outdoors
Becoming a Digital Nomad
By Ali JenningsDigital nomadism is here and on the rise. I’m proud to count myself among that tribe. Read more
The World Insights
Why Walking the Camino de Santiago is Not Just a Religious Journey
By Derek CullenThough it’s best known as a religious pilgrimage, walking the Camino de Santiago does not need to be a spiritual journey and people from all walks of life can and do take this adventure for different reasons. Read more
Europe Experiences Religious Travel
Quincy, Illinois: The Midwest’s Hidden Gem
By Hanna MuthLocated in western Illinois, on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River, you’ll find my charming and welcoming hometown of Quincy. With a rich history, Midwestern hospitality, and a thriving arts scene, Quincy is Illinois’s best-kept secret. Read more
United States Off the Beaten Path History The Arts
America’s Hidden Gems Worth Visiting In 2022
By Stacy MillerAmerica has many hidden gems waiting to be discovered by those who love traveling but want more than local tourist traps or busy attractions. Below are just a few hidden gems that I suggest for the new year. Read more
United States Off the Beaten Path
New Year’s Traditions From Around the World
By Hanna MuthToday, while most countries continue to honor New Year’s Day on January 1st, each country’s traditions couldn’t be more different. Read more
The World Events & Festivals
Top 10 Things Westerners Should Do Before Travelling to an Islamic Country
By Mohammad Aamir ArafatIslam is the second-most followed religion after Christianity. Out of the 195 countries on Earth, 56 have a Muslim majority and are governed by Muslims. Read more
The World Insights Religious Travel History Humanity
Traditional holiday dishes from around the world
By Natalie HoyWith the holidays approaching, I’m sure all of us already have our holiday dinner menu planned. Today, let’s go on a virtual journey to learn about traditional holiday dishes from around the world. Read more
The World Events & Festivals Food & Drink
How Different Cultures Celebrate the Christmas Holiday
By Benedine KaptuyaIt turns out that Santa Claus doesn’t visit the entire world. Officially, the Christmas holiday is on the 24th and 25th of December each year. However, in reality, each region and country celebrates Christmas at earlier or later dates based on their own traditions and beliefs. Read more
The World Events & Festivals
I’m Dreaming of a White (Sand) Christmas
By Kerri DriverIt was Christmas Eve and it was snowing! This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for me. Growing up in Houston, Texas, we rarely saw snow, and for it to happen on Christmas Eve had me jumping for joy. Read more
The World Experiences Events & Festivals
An Expat’s Christmas Journey to the Isle of Wight
By Bianka CramblitJude Law stopping by your snow-covered cottage in the English countryside…. Yes, please! The many other festive British holiday movies had left me feeling like I had already celebrated there. Read more
United Kingdom Events & Festivals
‘Tis the Season: Texan Celebrations of Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa
By Courtney CampbellDuring this season, Texans celebrate these holidays with unique customs and traditions. With a population fast approaching 30 million, the diversity of the Lone Star State is particularly demonstrated in the last month of the year. Read more
United States Events & Festivals
Far From Home: Experiencing the Holidays in Spain
By Bianka CramblitWhen I moved to Spain, I knew I’d have to say goodbye to the very North-American traditions of Halloween and Thanksgiving. Read more
Spain Events & Festivals
New York City’s Dead: A Guide To Cemeteries In The Five Boroughs
By Hannah FrishbergIn a city as teeming with life as New York, it should come as no surprise that there is a similarly populous world six feet under the five boroughs. With so many tourist attractions, New York City’s cemeteries are rarely on most visitors’ top ten lists, but the sheer size … Read more Read more
United States Off the Beaten Path
Why is Ireland Known as the “Emerald Isle?”
By Derek CullenIreland is often referred to as the “Emerald Isle,” due to the vast greenery throughout the island. Most of the Irish countryside is dotted with farms and national parks, while the landscape in almost every county is dominated by some of the greenest hills anywhere in the world. But is … Read more Read more
Ireland Landscape History