If ever there was a reason to travel, here it is. Travel, in its ideal state, is always an avenue for learning, enlightenment and celebration. Countries and cultures around the world find plenty to celebrate:...

When the news broke in 2010 that Universal Studios Orlando would be opening a theme park dedicated to all things Harry Potter on this side of the Atlantic, it was all I could do to restrain myself from buying...

At the tender age of 18, with the hopeful guidance of Taylor Swift’s latest album, I waved goodbye as my tightknit group of gal pals drove to the corners of the country, acceptance letters in hand and...

Is it possible to not feel glam gallivanting about through Palm Springs? This past week, my friend and I decided to put this question to the test. Though we ate the equivalent of an entire cake for breakfast,...

As the old RV rolled in front of my friend’s Seattle home, I picked up my bags and tried to contain my excitement for the weekend to come: a four-day musical extravaganza complete with carefully plotted...

Rapper Notorious B.I.G (or Biggie Smalls) had an amazing musical career. It spanned less than three years before his death, led to the sale of over 17 million records, resulted in one of the very few hip-hop...

One of the best things about exploring unknown places is finding something unexpected or out of the ordinary. During my recent trip to Costa Rica, I didn’t anticipate finding a building so reminiscent of...

This post was last updated on May 26, 2023.  Are you in your twenties and looking for an unforgettable adventure in Europe? Well, you're in luck! Europe is brimming with vibrant cities that offer a perfect...

You might not realize it, but Salt Lake City is the next U.S. town you have to visit. If you're looking for a relaxing weekend escape that has the perfect mix of great outdoors and city amenities (read as:...

Dreaming of a Japanese vacation? The best time of the year to visit is—now! Springtime in Japan is a can't-miss on any traveler's bucket list, thanks to the world renowned Cherry Blossom Festival. Known in...

Since it’s St. Patrick’s Day, we’re dreaming of a weekend getaway to Ireland. From traditional Irish cuisine and beautiful hiking routes to Dublin nightlife, here are our suggestions for how to spend 72...

It's that time of year again—spring break! Get ready to hang up the book bag and break out the tote bag—close the computer screen and pour on the sun screen. We could go on and on, but you get the gist....

The tiny Southeast Asian city-state of Singapore has just been named the world’s most expensive city in a new report. Ouch? Definitely not! It might be costly to live there, but for out-of-towners, Singapore...

If you’re traveling to Austin for the food alone, you won’t be the first to savor such a journey. Austin is an awesome place for BBQ, and there have been plenty of folks who’ve paid a visit just to get...