Destinations

Thoughts of Cuba evoke images of pristine beaches, far-reaching ocean, and tropical drinks. Cuba is a renowned beach destination but it's also so much more than that: think wild, unspoiled wilderness, sun-bleached landscapes, lush forests, and abounding diversity in wildlife. This is an Indiana-Jones-worthy backdrop with plenty of places uninterrupted by throngs of people.

By Susie Stauffer

Disney parks around the world all have a haunted attraction, but not one is exactly like the original, and all have fascinating reasons behind their differences.

By Bryan Young

Frenchman Guirec Soudée is sailing around the world by himself. But since everyone needs a first mate, he enlisted a laying hen.

By Jesslyn Shields

The Big Apple can get pricey and with so many gourmet restaurants and notable chefs in the city, food sometimes doesn't seem to come cheap either. It might seem like the only place to grab something for a reasonable price is at a big-name fast food joint—which is not the case at all.

By Ashley Rayner

It isn't hard to understand why people of all ages want to travel to Fiji on their next vacation. Images of lush green tropical rain forests, stunningly clear waters and white sand beaches fill our screens when we google “Fiji”.

By Lindsay MacNevin

One of the must-visit travel destinations in England is Manchester. This vibrant major city has a vast array of things to offer to all of its visitors from across the globe.

By Flashpacking Duo

For those with the slightest creative bent, there is something inherently romantic about ‘artsy' places, places where great artists congregated, often out of poverty, a sense of adventure, a disdain for convention. Present day fans still make the pilgrimage to commune with the spirits of their artistic heroes.

By Bruce Yaccato

Since ancient times, Europe has been layered in history, and one of the best ways to see the culmination of different architectural styles is the famous castles. Many started out as medieval fortresses that served as strategic defense systems against nearby invaders.

By Sara Whitford

Breaking news: airplanes are dirty, but that shouldn't come as a surprise to many who watch thousands of people load into these metal tubes and fly hours from one destination to another.

By Lindsay MacNevin

Owning a car is all about freedom. But what about buying a car in Australia while backpacking. There's bound to be registrations and a complex set of rules for buying a used car down under, so is it worth it? Freedom Backpacking usually involves public transport.

By Flashpacking Duo

Many people don't necessarily think of hitting the beach when they visit the UK, but in fact it is absolutely loaded with beautiful coastline, alas the water isn't always the warmest but the views will make up for that. Many of these beaches lie untouched, wildly beautiful and free from crowds of people.

By Lindsay MacNevin

Cookies and cakes, bread and bagels, oh my! New Yorkers love baked goods—that's no surprise, especially given that the city's unofficial pastry patron is the bagel. It's a fact that goes a long way toward explaining why there are so many bakeries in the Big Apple, scattered throughout the five boroughs.

By Ashley Rayner

Consider it The People's Choice awards for architecture. The American Institute of Architects commissioned a public poll on the most popular architectural works in the country.

By Bruce Yaccato

Europe has some of the best countrysides in the world and has inspired hikers from across the globe. In this post, we will look at five different hikes from five different countries across the continent that see tourists flock by the thousands to enjoy them each year.

By Flashpacking Duo

There's something about abandoned cities that makes you curious about what happened. Here are 10 where you can satisfy that curiosity by taking a visit.

By Melanie Radzicki McManus

Traveling is about discovering new people, places, culture, and—of course—food, glorious food. From the saucy jambalaya of New Orleans to the super fresh seafood and produce of coastal California, the U.S. is chock full of cities that appeal to travelers' foodie sensibilities.

By Emily Matras

California's 17 Mile Drive winds along a dramatic coastline connected to the Pacific Coast Highway, a world-renowned coastal drive with a wealth of striking natural attractions. Pay a small fee to embark on the natural beauty of 17 Mile Drive, a road leading through oceanfront areas and alongside upscale neighborhoods.

By Susie Stauffer

A month or so ago we received an email from a PR company on behalf of the Visit Swansea Bay tourism board inviting us down to Swansea Bay for the weekend to explore the area.

By Flashpacking Duo

It seems that France was created with hundreds if not thousands of opportunities to snap the perfect photo, as it is loaded with 2,000+ miles of shoreline, seven major mountain ranges and a slew of urban vistas, valleys and plains.

By Lindsay MacNevin

Despite what the movies may have shown you, hostels can be a great and affordable way to travel across Europe. They're quick, efficient, and provide a no-thrills attempt at necessities. That's not to say they're rundown or dangerous, simply bare-bones, and only offering amenities at a fee.

By Bethaney Wallace

There are two ways to visit Europe, the first is with kids and although that seems overwhelming at first, this continent is actually quite kid-friendly. The second way to travel this beautiful continent is without kids, before you have them, and when you have all the time in the world.

By Lindsay MacNevin

Australia is known for its friendly people, sandy beaches, the famous Great Barrier Reef, warm temperatures and unique countryside.

By Lindsay MacNevin

The town of Mystic, Connecticut isn't very big — but there's a lot of punch packed into a small space here. Its picturesque setting on the coast of the state, pretty downtown lined with boutiques next to the drawbridge, and historic Mystic Seaport draw in visitors with an easy appeal.

By Shelley Seale

From sea to shining sea, America is a beautiful country filled with varied landscapes, eye-popping attractions and friendly people everywhere you go. Imagine being a new-comer to America and trying to decide where you're going to call home, a tough task considering there are so many great options.

By Freelance Contributor

Having shaken off its war-torn past, Croatia, the European Union's newest member, is primed to make the most of its future. That means showing off its gorgeous Adriatic coastline to the ever-increasing number of tourists arriving at its shores.

By Kirsten Schlewitz