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Money doesn’t go quite as far in New York City as it does elsewhere in the United States. From cups of coffee to Broadway shows to simple afternoons at the movies, the city is expensive. However, that price tag doesn’t deter millions of tourists who visit the Big Apple every year. Luckily, New York City…
It’s no secret that the holiday season is one of the busiest travel times of the year. After all, the kids are out of school, making it an ideal period to take that long-awaited family vacation. However, picking a place can be tricky, especially if you’re looking for a destination that doesn’t leave behind the…
New York City is a bucket-list destination that’s packed with sights and experiences. Among the most famous is the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. However, snagging a prime spot along the parade route can require waking up incredibly early in the morning and jostling with thousands of others for space. But there are ways to get…
Getting off an airplane in New York City can induce a mix of emotions; at the forefront is likely excitement, but — particularly for those who are not used to the frenetic pace of a city of 8.4 million people — stress can be a part of the mix, too. Once you’ve sorted out the…
Flying to your destination may save time, but aside from fluffy clouds and a pretty sunset, there’s not much in the way of scenery. And while a road trip is fun, that requires you or your car mate driving — so eyes on the road! That’s why we love trains; they’ll take you where you…
New York City is notoriously expensive. Locals learn cost-cutting tricks early, and it isn’t long before first-time tourists discover the price of visiting the Big Apple, particularly when it comes to hotel rates. Until a handful of years ago, alternatives to staying in a pricey Midtown or Time Square hotel were slim, but the rapid…
While we may consume a hefty amount of European wine here in the U.S., it’s important not to neglect the growing wine scene in our own backyard. American vineyards and wineries are starting to get the recognition — and tourism — they deserve as more areas are becoming designated wine regions. While wineries are great…
The entire east coast measures up to be about 2,069 miles. If you include beaches off the Gulf of Mexico, that number stretches to around 3,700 miles. In other words, we are pretty much spoiled for choice when it comes to great beaches on the east coast — you just have to know where to…
New York may be best-known for the bustling metropolis of the same name, but for visitors who want to swap concrete for greenery, the state’s mountain regions are a must-see. Offering hiking, kayaking on stunning lakes such as Lake George and Lake Placid, and biking in the warmer months, plus skiing and ice-skating in the…
We know all too well how fleeting summer can be. So, why not squeeze in one last trip before the season comes to close? August is a great month to get in one last summer getaway, and we’re bringing the heat with our list of the best places to travel in August in the U.S.,…