There’s just something about being on the water in summer that instantly puts you in vacation mode. Whether you’re soaking in skyline views, chasing sunsets, or simply floating your worries away with good...

Travel doesn’t have to break the bank, especially when you know how to spot a good deal! If you’re a senior planning your next trip, you might be thinking about how to stretch your budget while still...

Happy April Fools' Day! While humans have generally been good at recording the roots of traditions and celebrations all around the world, there still seems to be a lot of debate on when the first April...

Although various cultures around the world have their own thoughts about honoring the dead, none are more interesting than the colorful celebrations during Día de Muertos -- the "Day of the Dead". Festivities...

In our digital age, it's no surprise that technology significantly impacts the way we travel. Many millennials, for example, cite social media as a major influence on their choice of travel destinations. Our...

Whether they're raised or cake, powdered or sprinkled, donuts are one of America's favorite foods. Not confined to breakfast alone, these sweet treats tempt us all throughout the day and come in all shapes,...

Spring is a fabulous time to explore the world around you. After all, this season offers generally pleasant weather throughout the Northern Hemisphere. The spring shoulder season also boasts smaller crowds and...

While most think that just a flight into Dublin means they’ve seen Ireland, well, we beg to differ. The Emerald Isle is a diverse place that’s got more than just fantastic pubs serving the best Guinness...

If you're lucky enough to visit New Orleans anytime soon, be sure to delve into its vibrant African-American history so you can honor the city's diverse heritage for Black History Month, which takes place in...

New Orleans has its rep as a major party town. Whether it's Mardi Gras or any other time of year, you may find yourself swirling to those second-line rhythms with too many Sazeracs in your belly, lost in a...

When it comes to celebrating Hispanic culture, a lot of the media focus turns to festivities and cultural activities in major cities like New York and LA, which have always had sizeable Hispanic populations....

Want to discover the big, wide world but don't know where to start? Going on a trip to a place you've never been in all your life can be challenging, but oh so rewarding. But, there are so many exciting...

Have you been feeling the Force lately? Well, if the daily grind is weighing heavily on your shoulders like an Imperial Death Star, then you need a break... to go visit some of these fantastic places of...

With the arrival of Columbus in 1492, the Americas were vastly exposed to Spanish influences that went on to shape the continent's cultural, religious, and racial identity. Throughout the centuries, this...