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A good book can shape a trip, and come to mind every time you see a photo of where you read it. But there’s something extra special about reading while traveling in the summertime, when the days are longer and the beach chairs are calling. With that in mind, we scoured the latest titles to…
Ask any New Yorker and they’ll tell you that the city is expensive — thanks to sky-high rents, pricey restaurants, and $15 movie tickets — but there’s also a way to experience NYC on a budget. From tours of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Chelsea Craft Brewing Company, to stargazing with telescopes on the High…
Every year, New York City plays host to over 50 million visitors. And almost every one of them comes armed with a list of must-see sights and must-do experiences. Given the city’s status as a world capital — and as a hub of entertainment, fashion, art, and culture — it can be a little overwhelming…
With the recent release of “The Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” on DVD, we got to thinking about, well, fantastic beasts, such as Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster. Over the years, other cryptids have gained notoriety around the world, despite lurking in trees, under waves, or behind boulders. With that in mind,…
Du kennst bestimmt das Gefühl in die Welt eines Buches einzutauchen und komplett mit ihr zu verschmelzen. Dann lachst, grübelst oder leidest du mit der Heldin oder dem Held der Erzählung und befindest dich in einem anderen Land, in einer Stadt oder Gegend in der du noch nie gewesen bist, dich aber trotzdem auskennst. Ein…
Here’s a little secret: Most museums in the world’s major cities offer at least one day or night where they let visitors in for free. “So what’s the trade off?” you might be wondering. Well, you can expect long lines, huge crowds, and a lack of flexibility in your travel schedule that can make operating…
Wherever you are on the political spectrum, we should all agree that it’s important to celebrate the role of other cultures and races in shaping our history—and some may feel it’s more important now than ever. Observed every February in the U.S. and Canada (and in October in the U.K.), Black History Month reminds us…
Recently named the seventh most visited city in the world, Dubai dazzled over 14 million visitors last year with its glittering skyline, man-made islands, massive shopping malls, and luxury hotels. While there are many reasons why you should choose Dubai for your next vacation (like ascending the Burj Khalifa, sky diving over the Palm Jumeriah,…
We love a good story, especially if it gives us a fresh perspective on an amazing travel destination. Lucky for us, every place has its own history and locals-only folklore that’s waiting to be discovered. Speaking of which, we’ve recently unlocked a few interesting tidbits about the Florida Keys. Since its discovery in 1513 by…
Given the limited number of vacation days many receive in the U.S., it’s not surprising that Americans tend to turn to Mexico — a destination that offers up endless sunshine and relaxation a short distance away — when planning a trip. But which Mexican coast should you spend those precious vacation days on? While both…