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My wife Rita and I have done a lot of traveling over the past fifteen years, and we have tried just about every type of travel. We’ve explored parts of the US,...
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Cruises have long been a popular and easy vacation option when you want to kick back and relax. And one sailing that’s on many adventurers’ bucket lists is a wild and wonderful...
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As summer’s peak starts to wane, Europe unfolds in a mesmerizing palette of cooler temperatures and fewer crowds. I know everyone’s gunning for that quintessential “European summer” vibe, but the intense throngs...
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Whether you are on a journey of self-discovery, or just need some vacation time to yourself, solo travel can afford the most rewarding adventures. If you've never traveled alone before, the thought...
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Have you heard of my WOW Moments project? “Wendy’s WOW Moments” are surprise insider experiences that help make a trip extraordinary. WOW List travelers earn them by submitting reviews of their trips....
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Share The Article Last Updated 29 seconds agoBali and Thailand are the two top destinations that come to mind if you're thinking of flying halfway across the globe to Southeast Asia. The...
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Travel Guide to the best of Mexico. Updated July 2024 Mexico is one of my favorite destinations because of all that it offers: Mayan ruins, beautiful colonial cities, and diverse landscapes including volcanoes,...
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Travel insurance can be confusing—which is why we’ve received countless questions about it from readers. So we’ve created this primer that lays out the basics of travel insurance, including when you need...
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Figuring out the optimal time to travel to an island can be tricky. “Peak season” often does not mean the best time to go; it just means the most expensive time, based...
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This is Asia’s moment. As one of the last regions to open after Covid, Asia hasn’t yet seen the tourist crowds that you’ll find once again in Europe. Our travelers were among...
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While most visitors to Europe head for the big tourist magnets, we encourage you to focus instead on the lesser-known, charming places where you won’t find the tour-bus crowds. Europe is filled...
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Last summer, my mother and I were invited on a Holland America cruise to Alaska and wondered if we’d like it. Were we even cruise people? Fast forward to this summer, and...
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Explore a more comfortable side of Central America with our guide to luxury travel for retirees. Discover high-end resorts, exclusive experiences, and tailored adventures in seven countries. From eco-luxury in Costa Rica...
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If you’ve ever been to Disney’s EPCOT, you know that despite it being a mere 300 acres, by the end of the day you feel as though you traveled around the world—you’re...
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Share The Article Last Updated 53 seconds agoNot every destination with flowing canals should be compared to Venice, a truly iconic city. It's understandable that's what comes to mind, but there's no...
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This blog may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy for more info. Colombia is one of, if not my very favorite countries that I have visited in the world. I’ve been...
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For my 40th birthday, my wife and I went on a cruise to the Greek islands. We booked a Royal Caribbean ship well in advance during a low season for cruises, and...
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Let me take you on an unforgettable journey through the Land of Smiles, a place where every moment feels like a dream wrapped in silk. For the past ten years, I’ve been...
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There are a lot of people who play a role in making a WOW trip exceptional, but it’s the private local guides who are the linchpin. These on-the-ground fixers bring to life...
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Thousands took to the streets of Barcelona over the weekend to protest overtourism, some armed with brightly colored water pistols that sent bewildered visitors fleeing restaurant patios, abandoning half-eaten meals.The protesters, who...
