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Everyone wants the perfect wedding, and for some, that means jetting off to a picturesque location far from home. In fact, nearly 25 percent of nuptial ceremonies are destination weddings. Whether it’s an island setting amid swaying palm trees and daiquiris or the rolling countryside away from the city lights, where one gets married is…
When thinking of a ski vacation, most people probably picture the United States’ Rocky Mountains or the Alps over in Europe. And it’s true—these destinations are the crème de la crème of skiing with pristine slopes, gorgeous lodges, and plenty of activities for the whole family. But for those looking for a different kind of…
Photo courtesy of Corey Taratuta via Flickr When wanderlust strikes and the call of the open road is too strong to resist, it shouldn’t matter which decade of your life you happen to be in. Age is but a number, but bearing in mind the old adage, ‘right place, wrong time,’ some road trips can…
The first step is always the hardest. This little nugget of wisdom is applicable to so much of life, but it’s also a helpful way to think about traveling abroad for the first time. Here at Oyster.com, we firmly believe that international travel is crucial toward broadening one’s world view and enjoying life. Understandably, though,…
Courtesy of Qatar Airways If you feel incredibly restless on planes, perhaps this route is not for you. Qatar Airways just completed its first nonstop Doha, Qatar, to Auckland, New Zealand, flight, which lasted nearly 17 hours, covering 9,032 miles and crossing 10 time zones. The daily voyage—which is the longest in the world when…
Thanks to the ancient Greek myth of King Minos, Theseus, and the Minotaur, labyrinths and mazes have been seared into human culture. (We’re especially grateful for David Bowie’s 1986 film “Labyrinth.”) But life-size mazes aren’t limited to the realm of stories. There are thousands of winding pathways around the world that are perfect for a…
The earth has many beautiful wonders on its surface, but a surreal landscape lies below in caves. Humans have been exploring the earth’s pockets for millennia, and there are still many of the marvels waiting to be discovered. Here, we’ve picked six incredible caves that you can visit on your next trip. Now, we don’t…
With a quiet and cozy atmosphere, friendly hosts, and a scrumptious breakfast served on china, a quaint bed-and-breakfast can be the perfect place to get away. But that’s all on the inside. Step outside these charming properties and you often find, well, not much to speak of. But who says bed-and-breakfast lovers have to sacrifice…
There’s something very glamorous and carefree about island hopping. You stay just long enough to savor the very best a destination has to offer, then pop over to the next heavenly atoll in the sea. But without proper planning, bouncing around any archipelago can be exhausting — and daunting. For starters, be realistic about how…
Some of the most desirable travel destinations are also — unsurprisingly — some of the priciest. Places like London, Sydney, and New York City, to name a few, are popular for good reason, offering the sort of scenery, culture, and hotels that make travelers return again and again despite the hefty price tags. But if…
