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Generally speaking, all-inclusive resorts and boutique hotels occupy very, very separate Venn diagram circles, with a tiny slice of gray middle ground. That’s because all-inclusives are often 500-plus-room behemoths large enough to merit their own zip codes, while boutique hotels generally have far fewer rooms (Oyster considers 200 rooms a good cap), as well as…
Pleasing kids on vacation can go beyond costumed characters and thrilling amusement park rides. Whether it’s trying new food, getting up close and personal with wildlife, hitching a ride on a ferry or tuk-tuk, or simply wandering the streets of a new city, little ones find fascination in all kinds of experiences. But of course,…
Photo by EyeofJ via Flickr For most Western travelers, Africa is an exotic destination that lures visitors with images of culture, wild animals, and open spaces. It’s also often depicted as being a very violent continent where countries have struggled (or are currently struggling) with crime, serious war, genocide, disease, and shaky politics. While we…
From going on wildlife-filled safaris to staring up at the Great Pyramid and Sphinx, visitors to Africa can enjoy hundreds of jaw-dropping sights. But it’s not all elephant herds and Egyptian attractions here. Visitors can also opt for a romantic getaway in Cape Town or a family-friendly beach vacation in Mauritius, or go on a…
