Exploring the Musical Latin Roots of New York City How many times have you hopped on a Conga line to “chachacha” at a wedding? As a kid, you probably learned many Christmas songs for that annual holiday concert—among them being “Feliz Navidad”. Hairbrush in hand, teenage you (and maybe even grown...
How to Do Hong Kong for $100 a Day Hong Kong is famous for a lot of things. Being an inexpensive city isn't one of them. Nevertheless, experiencing east-meets-west with big city glitz doesn’t have to cost a fortune. As a destination known for making the most of the limited space and for...
Need a Unique Vacation? Train to Be a Yamabushi (Mountain Hermit) in Japan! If you've been to Japan, you've probably been overwhelmed by enormous crowds walking through streets filled with skyscrapers and glistening neon lights, mechanical sounds of pachinko slots, and colorful plates of weird looking creatures passing around on...
Sunrise, Sunset! 4 Ancient Ruins to Visit During an Equinox Throughout history, ancient civilizations celebrated both the summer and winter equinoxes with ceremonies and celebrations. And although these civilizations are long gone, you can still behold the wonders of their societies in the fascinating ancient ruins...
Visit the Asháninka — One of Latin America’s Largest Indigenous Groups This post was last updated on October 3, 2023. Latin America is a vibrant mosaic of cultures and traditions, home to over 45 million indigenous individuals, each contributing to the rich mixture of histories, languages, and customs. As travelers venture...
6 Festivals in Latin America That You NEED to Check Out No matter where you travel to in the word, attending a cultural festival is pretty much always a good idea. Mixing ethnic tradition, history, and, well...partying, a good festival features upbeat music, savory food, massive crowds, and lots of fun. And...
More Than Just a Stamp in Your Passport: Travel Visa Tips from a Seasoned Pro In 2013, I decided to learn the Tango in its birthplace: Buenos Aires. While researching my trip, I found several sites that said Americans didn’t need a visa to visit Argentina, but a couple of sites did mention a "reciprocity fee on arrival." I figured it...
The Ultimate TV Fan’s Guide to Los Angeles Los Angeles is typically seen as the hub and mecca of all things movie, but don't be fooled -- it's also an amazing place for TV fans to check out as well. The city is a veritable goldmine of television goodness, from amazing filming locations to tons of...
Whew! 6 Simple Things You Can Do to Avoid a Ruined Trip Like with most things in life, it is the unforeseen and the unexpected that can throw a wrench in your plans. With travel, we tend to lose touch with reality, thinking that no harm could possibly cross our vacations. However, when your passport is denied...
3 Modern Matriarchal Societies in Asia That You Should Totally Visit! Girls rule, boys drool — that’s how the age-old saying goes, right? Well, although there's no confirmation on whether or not all the boys actually drool, in these three modern societies in Asia, girls definitely rule. Hurry and start looking for cheap...
Fancy and Swiss Franc Free! How to Do Zurich for $150 a Day When you frequently find yourself on the top of lists detailing the most expensive cities in the world, you know you’re no bargain. From its watches to its banks, Zurich is a city famous for opulence and luxury. Set on a glassy lake with a well preserved...
It’s Harvest Season! Discover 6 of the Coolest Harvest Festivals Across the Globe Autumn has often been regarded as a season of many natural marvels. The leaves changing colors, turning from shades of green to crimson reds and brilliant yellows. The crisp, fresh fall air and the pleasant drop in temperatures finally beckon leather jackets,...
See the World Without Burning a Hole in Your Wallet. Travel More and Still Save Money “I don’t have the time.” “I can't find the right last minute flight deals” “I can’t afford it!” We’ve heard it all when it comes to excuses for backing out of your traveling dreams. Between the cost of airfare, accommodation, and food, the...
Why You Should Retire to Thailand About to take the leap into retirement and thinking of doing so overseas? Your options are many but the argument for putting Thailand at the top of your list is strong. The cost of living in Thailand is much cheaper than it is in the United States. Still,...