March 21, 2018 Mind-blowing colors found in nature You won’t believe Mother Nature’s Crayola-worthy shades.
March 21, 2018 6 places to sightsee from a Segway Got teens? Here's an exciting and green way to explore.
March 21, 2018 Europe on the slow track: 4 iconic railways If you're into seeing the countryside, what you want is a ride aboard Europe's trains of no vitesse, "branch line" routes.
March 21, 2018 Beautiful Southern mansions below the Mason-Dixon Line Pack your bags and head for the Mason-Dixon Line: It’s time for some proper front porch sittin’.
March 21, 2018 Top 10 reasons to visit Detroit While Detroit has now earned the notorious distinction of being the largest municipality ever to file bankruptcy in U.S. history, over the years its food, arts and cultural scene has been thriving. Business owners and community members have been hard at work trying to push for a rebirth of the Rust Belt town, and as a result has created a city filled with unique cultural and culinary treasures. Here are 10 great reasons to visit Detroit --and not to write it off:
March 21, 2018 Summer’s sweetest all-inclusive family resorts For parents with one eye on their kids and the other on their wallets, all-inclusive resorts are the ultimate antidote to the nickel and diming that’s become so prevalent in the hotel industry. By paying one price for your accommodations, meals, and a raft of activities, you can have fun with no worries that your bill will careen off the tracks like a runaway train. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need to travel to Mexico or the Caribbean to find a terrific all-inclusive resort. Here are eight fabulous and family-friendly picks where you can go all in this summer without leaving the continental USA.
March 21, 2018 World's top 10 islands If you're going to make a list of the best islands on Earth, you've got to ask an expert. Leslie Thomas is a successful writer in England who's been in the business for more than 40 years. He has written more than 30 novels and several travel books, such as Some Lovely Islands, My World of Islands, and The Hidden Places of Britain. Given his interest in islands, we thought he was the natural source for naming the ten best islands. Here they are:
March 21, 2018 Top 5 places in the world for women to travel solo Year round women are seeking trips to venture out on their own, away from daily life and the demands of work, family and friends. They want to forget about wearing make-up, truly be themselves and enjoy the experience of a lifetime. While there are travelers who want the support of a small group, some prefer to go it completely alone. There are many places in the world that I’d recommend such a journey; however, women should still keep some basic safety practices in mind. I always recommend storing your valuables in different places (hotel safe, your pocket, wallet), keeping a copy of your passport in case it’s lost or stolen and using a moneybelt instead of a purse. Plus, simply appearing confident instead of unsure can go a long way in avoiding danger. I also suggest when women first arrive at their destination that they take a guided walking tour to get acclimated, to learn where things are and to get a feel for the culture. It’s also important to dress appropriately for the country; conservative is always better and ensures you can gain admittance to attractions that may require a standard of dress. That said, here are some of my favorite places in the world where women can feel comfortable traveling solo:
March 21, 2018 7 tourist trap alternatives Name recognition is the only thing you'll sacrifice if you swap out the usual tourist attractions for these lesser-known spots. The rest is gravy: think lower prices, fewer crowds, and more time spent actually enjoying the place you're visiting.
March 21, 2018 Presidential hotel history: The sites of gunshots, scandals, and more Given how much time presidents spend on the road, it’s no surprise how many noteworthy events — famous and infamous both — have taken place at hotels. With the presidential seal of approval, these hotels are obviously topnotch but it also means that many of them are rich with history--secret entrances, assassination attempts, and the occasional scandal (you can never be sure what's going on in the room next door...) Here's our list of presidential hotels and the events (some of which rocked the country's politics) that went down in them.
