The 8 Most Colorful Neighborhoods of Rio de Janeiro

There's no denying that Rio is a feast for the eyes. If art, murals, or just the ethereal nature of man captivates you, then you're sure to find something that you like in Rio. While there's plenty of areas in Rio that can shine in your eyes, here's a list of...

5 Trips You Can Take That Just Might Change Your Life

As Henry Miller succinctly put it: “One’s destination is never a place but always a new way of seeing things.” Seeing the world has the overwhelming ability to instill change in the traveler, to alter attitudes, worldviews, and perspectives. That's the...
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13 Things You Need to Pack When Traveling in Europe

The European continent is such a diverse place. With so many countries that you can drive or take the train through, it’s the perfect destination to experience different cultures, people, and places. But you’ve got to be prepared: there'll be changes in...

How a Heavy Metal Festival Taught Me Slovenia Is Worth Visiting

A bearded mountain of a man sporting long black hair and demonic tattoos is lying on a pink inflatable couch, slowly drifting down the turquoise Soca River. He’s holding a beer in one hand, a cigarette in the other, and as he floats by his heavy metal...
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Step Into the Regal Past — Visiting Japan’s Amazing Castles

When someone says Japan, "castle" isn't usually the first thing that comes to mind. But Japan is actually home to a number of fortified castles, primarily designed and built during the 16th century. Similar to European castles, Japan's shiros were built to...
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6 Budget Hacks For Skiing in Colorado

There is practically no way to slice it. Skiing is expensive no matter where you are. Colorado especially can be a budget buster when you factor in lodging, transportation, gear rentals and lift tickets. But -- here's some insider knowledge -- if you want to...
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What Lies Beneath: 5 Attractions To Dig Up Underground in Rome

As I wandered past the Coliseum with hordes of other travelers abuzz at Rome on the surface, I searched for the tiny opening to descend into Emperor’s Nero’s former palace, Domus Aurea. This was the sort of tour you must book far in advance, one you can...

Which European Holiday Market Should You Visit This Year?

As soon as the first chill of winter creeps into the cobblestone streets of Europe, a certain sort of excitement begins to fill the air: it must be time for the Christmas markets! Set up with boughs of holly, strings of mistletoe, shining ornaments, and lots...

All the Ways to Watch Your Manners in the Japanese Countryside

Though most of Japan follows a certain mannerism in the way they greet, dress, eat and live, the touristy areas are more forgiving of westerners “trying” to assimilate in the culture. Once you get to the small towns, language is a huge barrier, and not...