Rick Steves’ 1978 “Hippie Trail” Journal, Part 2
With the fall of Afghanistan, I’ve been reflecting on my travel experiences there as a 23-year-old backpacker on the “Hippie Trail” from Istanbul to Kathmandu. Yesterday and today, it’s a…
Adding NCL’s Priority Access to Your Cruise Reservation: Is it Worth It?
We added Priority Access to our most recent Norwegian Cruise Line sailing. What is NCL’s Priority Access, and is it worth the extra cost? Norwegian (and other cruise lines) is…
My Top 11 Favorite Things to Do in California in December
Dreaming of a December escape? There’s nowhere like California to make those winter fantasies come to life. From the Sierra Nevada’s snow-covered slopes to the Mojave Desert’s starlit skies, California…
The Journey from East Africa to Southern Africa
Can’t decide whether you’d like to travel to East or Southern Africa? Why not do it all?! It is truly easier than you might think! There are many things to…
The Bekal Fort- an offbeat wonder
Many a time a small but amazingly beautiful place struggles to make its mark in the company bigger names in the field. Often these places are skipped by travelers, perhaps…
From Dunes to Skyscrapers: A 6-Day UAE Journey into Luxury and Culture
Escaping the dreary winter of Germany last December for a sun-kissed Christmas in Barcelona turned out to be a fantastic idea. Craving warmth again, we set our sights on the…
Bayou Villas Review: This Luxurious Ultra-All Inclusive Resort in Antalya Was Made for ‘Do Less’ Holidays
On the golden shores of Lara Beach, along the Mediterranean in Antalya, Turkiye, the luxurious ultra all-inclusive Bayou Villas by Lara Barut Collection offers the ideal getaway for a slow…
7 Great Places To Enjoy Autumn In Arizona
Autumn in Arizona is one of the best times to enjoy be outdoors in the state, from the low and high deserts to the aspen-filled mountains, and everywhere in between.…
Ditch the Theme Parks – Best Beaches Near Orlando
People always ask, “Where’s the closest beach to Orlando?” But as a former local, I’ll let you in on a little secret: the real question is, which beach is the…
Australia Travel Guide: Best Things to do on the Sunshine Coast
We recently got home from a journey to the southern hemisphere for the all joys of the salty sea, an unforgiving sun, and barefoot life. Hellooo, Sunshine Coast! Australia Travel…