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The LGBTQ community has had much to celebrate in recent years, with marriage equality legalized in dozens of nations across the world. However, we should be aware that repressive measures still exist for much of the international LGBTQ community, and travelers heading to less progressive countries should take note. Western privilege and basic precaution can…
On October 1, police entered Stephen Paddock’s 32nd floor-room at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and found at least 17 firearms and hundreds of rounds of ammunition. The 64-year-old used the weapons to fire at a crowd of concertgoers below, killing over 50 people and injuring more than 500. The event became the deadliest…
New York City is big and crowded and loud and chaotic and — we promise you — like nowhere else on earth. But even for seasoned travelers, navigating the city can be a daunting task. There are almost too many options to choose from, and everything from ease of use to pricing varies widely. While…
While international travel can be all breezy beaches, partying until dawn, and awe-inspiring landmarks, the truth is that a successful journey does take a little savvy. And part of that savvy includes familiarizing yourselves with local customs and laws. The world, while seemingly becoming smaller and smaller everyday, is — in fact — a wildly…
Oyster Updated 9/14/2017 The strongest Atlantic storm in decades, Hurricane Irma is tearing across the Caribbean and has Florida in its crosshairs. Islands that have already been hit have experienced utter devastation, losing not only property, but also lives. With such a massive storm impacting the region, air travel has been heavily affected. Please check…
Let’s face it: There are almost limitless things that can go wrong when you travel, from financial disasters to getting lost in a place where you don’t speak the language. Putting yourself out in the world and exploring takes guts. The risks are, of course, part of the reward, but it doesn’t mean you won’t…
Late summer and fall vacations can come with lower rates, good weather, and thinner crowds. However, they can also bring a bit of trepidation, as that time of year happens to be hurricane season. But don’t let that dampen your enthusiasm about an off-season beach getaway. We’ve sussed out five fabulous resorts that have taken…
Here’s a fun game to play with yourself: Book a long-overdue vacation abroad and naturally become excited. Now, think of every single thing that can go wrong. You might consider political upheaval, sudden bans on everyday electronics, unpredictable weather, squabbles among traveling partners, or exotic and previously unknown tropical diseases. Oh, and we’d be remiss…
Between the chatter about a potential visa requirement for U.S. citizens crossing the pond and concerns surrounding safety, Europe has been no stranger to news headlines as of late. To top it off, the U.S. Department of State just issued a travel alert throughout Europe this summer, alerting Americans to the heightened risk of terrorism…
At first glance, Spain and Portugal seem like two peas from the same pod. Both countries share space on the Iberian Peninsula, exude an old European feel, and are known for their tasty cuisine, which features many of the same core ingredients. We love Portugal for its charm — something you can still find in…