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It was a scene from one of my travel nightmares. Somehow, I found myself sitting on a group tour bus in Spain with over 60 fellow passengers and an obnoxious guide who kept referring to us as her “family” and making appalling jokes. At our first sightseeing stop, we were herded through the narrow, charming…
Planning a fall getaway? While New England states such as Maine and Vermont may come to mind first, thanks to their stunning foliage, apple orchards, and pumpkin patches, there are plenty of places that make for a stellar visit in the fall months. Whether you’re looking for fall foliage, Oktoberfest celebrations, or simply an affordable…
Dreaming about honeymooning in Europe may conjure images of Santorini suites with private plunge pools, or swish beachside hotels in Cannes, but these vacations are undeniably pricey. For couples on a stricter budget, there’s no need to sacrifice a gorgeous European getaway. Below, we’ve found nine locales that offer plenty of European charm, delectable cuisine,…
Spain has been seducing the world’s creative types since long before we called them creative types, and has given the world everything from flamenco and tapas to “Don Quixote” and Pedro Almodovar. It’s a hub for all things traditional and bohemian, elegant and scruffy — and that mild Mediterranean climate means that almost any time…
We’ve all taken a personality test at this point — whether it’s a quick Buzzfeed quiz that tells us our secret cereal identity or a more in-depth character analysis. People want to know more about who they are. And when it comes to travel, your personality can be a crucial component in planning your next…
Unless you were born into royalty, plan on marrying a prince or princess, or simply have an obscene supply of cash, you probably think your chances of living in a castle are pretty slim. You’re probably right, but that doesn’t mean your dream can’t be realized on a smaller scale. Spain has more than 3,000…
When it comes to choosing a hotel, several key questions may cross your mind: Is this property centrally located? Does it fit my budget? How do its amenities stack up with my vacation needs (think: free Wi-Fi for business trips or a kids pool for family getaways)? While a courtyard may not be a make-or-break…
London, Paris, Prag — alles schon gesehen? Es lohnt sich, den Blick gen Osten zu richten: eindrucksvolle Monumente voller Geschichte, deftiges Essen, und coole Bars. Diese fünf Reiseziele sind in zwei bis fünf Reisestunden von Deutschland aus zu erreichen, die meisten verbunden durch günstige Airlines wie Wizz Air oder EasyJet, und somit auch etwas für…
While family vacations are undoubtedly fun and bring everyone together, sometimes you want to skip the kid-friendly activities and leave the tots with grandma and grandpa. Whether you’re looking to have a romantic getaway with your significant other, or simply cut travel expenses (and annoyances? maybe we’re going too far…), there are plenty of destinations…
Travelers visit our site every day to search for awesome hotels in destinations around the world so they can plan great getaways with accommodations perfectly suited to their style. Because as we say (and know from experience): you can’t return a bad vacation. And behind-the-scenes, our own traveling Oyster hotel investigators are visiting hotel sites…
