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Exploring the ruins of Machu Picchu. Snorkeling in the Maldives. Sailing the Greek Islands. Hiking Mount Everest. No matter what constitutes a bucket-list adventure for you, you’re going to need some help planning. These once-in-a-lifetime trips can be incredibly expensive and often require months of logistical finesse before you even step on the plane. Below,…
We’ve come a long way since 1783, when King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, along with 130,000 French citizens, watched as a sheep, ducks, and roosters flew over Versailles in the first-ever hot air balloon ride. Eventually, humans became so comfortable in these pockets of silk and gas that they used them to cross oceans,…
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…
With summer behind us, it’s easy to slip into fantasies about where to spend your next island vacation. While Bermuda, Jamaica, Maui, and Mauritius all sound like fantastic options, they can also get crowded, especially during peak seasons. If you’re looking to escape the tourist masses, but still want to enjoy all the sea, sand,…
