Forbidden, Imperial and Heavenly: 6 Major Historic Sites to Visit in Beijing If you’re interested at all in China’s traditional culture, Beijing is the perfect place to start. The booming capital of China holds many of the country’s most prominent historic structures and...
5 of the Coolest Places You Can Fly to for Around $500 Labor Day may have (almost) passed, my lovelies, but don’t despair. You can totally still travel far and wide, and you’ve got the perfect excuse to take a nice, long, extended trip. We’re giving away...
Banksy, Brews, and Markets Galore: How to Live it Up in London Like a Local When you think of London, you probably think: Harry Potter, Big Ben, that giant ferris wheel, and the Spice Girls. And if that's all you're excited about, that's great! You're already a step ahead of the game,...
How to Choose the Most Cost Effective Vacation Spot—Without Sacrificing a Thing Folks, in just a few weeks, I'll be on a plane, flying to Paris to study abroad for a semester. I'm obviously super excited—but why should you care about my travel plans? Because, as a college student on a...
Jungles, Cliff Diving, & Ziplines: How to Do Jamaica Like a Daredevil This one is for all you adventure junkies out there! Jamaica is known for its beauty, beaches, and beer, but this Caribbean gem has lots more to offer, some of which is seriously surprising! The island...
4 of the Most Incredible Trails to Hike in Salt Lake City Salt Lake City is one of the most naturally gorgeous cities in the US. Surrounded by dramatic mountain ranges and cavernous canyons, it’s the perfect destination for anyone with an outdoorsy side. With...
Burlington’s Lake Champlain Islands Are the Coolest Islands You Never Knew Existed Burlington might be Vermont’s biggest city, but its remote islands are what really make this New England town stand out. Located just north of Burlington, the Lake Champlain Islands stretch between...
Go Sailing, Paddle Boarding, & More in Buffalo’s Canalside District! Have you checked out Buffalo’s new Canalside district? Located in the center of Buffalo’s historic inner harbor, it’s seriously awesome. Decades ago, this part of Buffalo acted as the bustling western...
A Buffalo Tour That’s Just Wright: 5 Frank Lloyd Wright Creations You Have To See At the turn of the 20th century, Buffalo was booming. The industrial city was one of America’s fastest growing areas. While things might have slowed down in Buffalo, the city is still moving forward, and...
How To Cruise Route 66 Like You’re Walter White Historic Route 66 runs right through Albuquerque under the guise of Central Avenue. While the road signs might say Central Avenue, this stretch of Albuquerque is still very much as it was when the historic...
Science, Toys, and the Great Outdoors: Top 5 Family Attractions in Ann Arbor, MI Ann Arbor is known first and foremost as a college town, home of the vaunted University of Michigan, but there’s more to the city than just football games and campus tours (not that there’s anything wrong...
Hot Air Balloons, Breaking Bad, and Craft Beers — How to Enjoy Albuquerque! This post was last updated June 6, 2023. Albuquerque’s claim to fame used to be as the place that Bugs Bunny couldn’t get away from fast enough. But these days, ABQ is seeing a revival, and travelers...
How to See the Best of Honolulu for Dirt Cheap As a luxury beach destination, Hawaii is infamous for being expensive. But never fear, budget travelers! You can absolutely see Honolulu—and the rest of Hawaii—on a budget. Take a break from the crowds at...
Forget the Beach: Honolulu’s Chinatown Is Where You Want to Be If you're headed to Hawaii, chances are, you're going for the beach. But these islands are so much more than their beaches. The perfect example? Honolulu's Chinatown. A bustling and energetic cultural center...
