Destinations

What comes to mind when you think of Portland? First, you must realize that there are two Portlands in the United States and that we are talking about the West Coast city. Portlanders take pride in their European-like city that is often visited annually for...

Cultural heritage tourism is one of the most popular categories in travel today - and it's still growing. The name may seem self-evident at first glance but gets more nebulous with more thought for anyone unfamiliar with the term. Someone that probably...

If you're backpacking through Europe post-graduation, going on your honeymoon, or just planning your next vacation, you may already know some key phrases commonly spoken in your European destination of choice. Then again, some European languages can be...

Amsterdam is world renowned for being a cosmopolitan city for adults and 20-somethings.  Certainly, its international appeal and ever-so-often transformation against a timeless landscape keeps mature visitors coming. But that doesn't mean you can't bring...

Increasingly, cities around the world are turning their attention toward greener initiatives and more family-friendly attractions. Gardens provide the best of both worlds, giving kids a chance to cultivate their green thumbs while learning valuable lessons...

Frankfurt, Germany is a perfect balance of old and new, providing visitors with the bustling energy of a modern city paired with the historic charm of this important European city. Frankfurt is the financial center of Europe, a major transportation hub, and...

There's just something about Paris...and everybody knows! It's  one of the most popular European destinations, and for good reason: there's plenty of art, culture, and cuisine to enjoy in every arrondissement (district). It's impossible to ignore so many...

Being the unparalleled pop culture mainstay it's always been in movies, TV shows, and comic books, it’s no surprise at all that New York has also been prominently featured in many best-selling, well-known video games. From industry classics like Max Payne...

While going to the beach with friends or family can make an unforgettable vacation, taking an international beach trip with your significant other is a whole different experience. There's much to do: from watching the sunset and tanning to jetskiing or...

Portugal is a European gem with many unique cultural aspects. And what's more central to a country's culture than its language? As a visitor to any foreign country, it's useful to know a few key words and phrases that will make your trip easier. Portugal,...

As anyone who has explored Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula can attest, this region of the country is something special. Home to impressive Mayan ruins, powdery white sand beaches, clear turquoise waters, and so much more, it comes as no surprise that the...

We’ve all heard jokes about visiting places who claim they have the world’s largest yarn ball, or largest ball of paint. Roadside attractions are often kitschy and silly but can make or break your road trip, and even help keep tourism alive in certain...

Who doesn't love the Eiffel Tower? The Iron Lady of Paris is, no doubt about it, present in practically every travel bucket list everywhere. Because Gustave Eiffel's masterpiece is not only one of the most enduring and beloved symbols of human greatness, but...

Despite being one of, if not the, most remote countries in the world, New Zealand has become such a popular tourist destination that many of its most beautiful natural sites like Milford Sound or the Church of the Little Shepard in Topeko have become crowded...