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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,…
Ein gebrochenes Herz, ein Junggesellinnenabschied, eine Wiedervereinigung, eine jährliche Tradition, die Sehnsucht nach mehr Selbstfindung oder einfach “nur” Lust auf Gemeinsamkeit. Einen Grund für ein Mädels-Wochenende unter Freundinnen gibt es eigentlich immer! Obwohl es mit echten Freundinnen eigentlich überall am schönsten sein kann, ist es besonders toll einen Ausflug an einen Ort zu unternehmen, der…
You might expect a European vacation to be expensive — and it could be — but there are plenty of ways to visit the continent on a budget. We took a look at Oyster.com data and found that average prices for rooms across Europe last year ranged from $130 to $300, depending on the country.…
New year, new travel plans to be made. With five more long weekends coming up this year, why not plan a European getaway? Take a six- to eight-hour overnight flight from New York or Boston on a Friday, and you can be in a major international city the next morning to enjoy a weekend abroad.…
If there’s one thing that we’ve learned in our travels, it’s that you don’t have to be a real estate tycoon to enjoy million-dollar views. Yes, your money will go further in some places than others, but some of the world’s most iconic vistas are available for a relatively budget-friendly price tag of $150 or…
While many buildings in cities can be rather neutrally toned, nothing brightens up a destination quite like a long row of vibrantly hued homes, shops, and more. Travelers can delight in strolls down such colorful streets all around the world—here, we pick some of our favorites. Better get your camera ready because these spots are…
Often seen solely as a bucket-and-spade summer vacation destination, the Mediterranean island of Majorca has plenty to offer visitors during the off season, when the temperature dials down and the flood of tourists thins to a trickle. Here are our top five reasons to pay a visit to this gorgeous Balearic isle over the cooler…
Thailand‘s famous beaches and low cost of living make it a popular destination for expats. At some point, it happens to every traveler. There you are, sitting on a secluded beach or at an impossibly quaint sidewalk cafe, and the desire to move abroad comes charging in full speed. While it may seem like a…
With so many different countries (44 to be exact) and cultures, Europe is likely to be a lifelong source of wanderlust for many travelers. So where should you travel and when? Any of the continent’s destinations are a draw at any age, but to help you narrow things down — and get your travel juices…
While many tourists are steering clear of once-popular destinations due to safety concerns, Spain — and namely, its Balearic Islands — is one place that has reaped the benefits with a surge in bookings. But with four main islands — each with its own distinct character, features, and foibles — it’s tough to know which…
