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10 Skills Every Real Traveler Should Master

“People don’t take trips, trips take people”John SteinbeckTravel opens us up to both the joys and the discomfort associated with the unfamiliar. Far too many travelers stay on tried and true paths, never venturing far enough away from their comfort zone to experience the essence of a new destination or culture. Here are a few…

Incredible Waterfalls of the United States

Everyone has their own opinion about which waterfalls are the “greatest,” and we agree with them all. There is something extraordinary and moving about waterfalls, from the great Niagara to the smallest set of tiers on a stream. So, we are not calling these the “Greatest Waterfalls of the United States” but honoring our respect…

Discovering Mexico’s Most Enchanting Magic Towns

Most visitors to Mexico head straight to the country’s stunning beaches, and there’s certainly nothing wrong with that. However, there is an abundance of delights in store for those who venture beyond the beaches to Mexico’s beguiling magic towns. The Mexican tourist board has selected 132 pueblos to be included on a list of so-called…

Your Gut said What?! Using Intuition as a Travel Tool

These days, if you’re looking for a spiritual retreat, the possibilities are endless. You can meditate in an ashram in India, explore the wilds of Iceland searching for sacred herbs, do yoga in Cartagena, or embark on a gastronomic tour of Tuscany. In Sedona, Arizona, you can sign up for a Vision Quest, a Soul…

The Witches of Navarra, Spain

Hidden in the Baztan Valley near the southwestern French border and a few miles away from the pristine shores of the Bay of Biscay, sits a little village with a big secret. Removed from the bustle of the Basque Country’s San Sebastian and the glitz of Biarritz, Zugarramurdi is a tranquil town where not too…

Halloween Around the World

Americans mark autumn with two major holidays: Thanksgiving in late November, and Halloween on Oct. 31. The latter is a personal favorite: Ever since I watched It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! as a  child, Halloween has been one of my anchor points for the fall season. Halloween as we know it, with the trick-or-treating and funny…

Visiting Savannah

Savannah, Georgia, is best known for its historic squares surrounded by moss-covered oaks and horse-drawn carriages. If you are looking for a laid-back atmosphere, a peek into the south’s history, and excellent cuisine, consider Savannah, GA, as your next destination This coastal Georgia city has much more to offer than the cobblestone streets lined with…

DOT Launches New Dashboard to Help Air Travelers Know Their Rights

Throughout 2022, Americans have experienced an unacceptable level of flight delays and cancellations. When these disruptions occur, airlines are required to support passengers based on commitments made in their customer service plans, but too often, passengers find those plans are difficult to understand and do not guarantee services – such as meals or hotel accommodations when…

Movin’ on Up: Princess Rolls Out Upgrade Bid Program

What’s a cruise line to do when it has a few empty suites lying around? Like many others, Princess is trying out a new program that offers them to the highest bidder. Launching first on September 6 on five ships in North America, the new Princess Upgrade program allows guests to bid on a higher-end stateroom…

Tanzania – The Camp Elephant

My son and I arrived at the Tarangire Treetops Safari Camp in the late afternoon. A day of safari through the Tarangire National Park had put us face to face with lions, elephants, baboons and a number of gazellelike creatures of varying types. It had been a terrific first day of exploring Tanzania’s Northern Circuit,…