Are you dreaming of sipping from a freshly plucked coconut and nibbling ceviche under a palapa before wading into turquoise colored waves? Do you want to explore Mayan ruins and be surrounded by the festive sounds, colorful history, and proud culture of Mexico? If you said, si, si, si, si – hop on a flight for a weekend getaway in Cancun!
Numerous American cities claim to be the barbecue capital of the country. While the designation of top barbecue city in the United States may be a hotly contested issue, the importance and prominence of this culinary specialty in Kansas City is absolute.
El Paso is not on everyone's tourism radar. Situated along the borders of Mexico, Texas, and New Mexico - El Paso has always been a bit of an outpost with an undue poor reputation, largely because it sits right across the border canal from drug-run Ciudad Juárez. But El Paso has a charm all its own and is consistently rated one of the safest cities in the United States. When you take the time to get to know El Paso, you can uncover a whole heap of historical and cultural nuggets.
Taking your teen to Rome? Most parents agree that the big challenge, if everyone’s to walk away happy, is to find the right balance of fun experiences and education. With that in mind, here are my top ten suggestions for visiting Rome with teens.
Who doesn’t love a little island romance? The sound of waves lapping against the shore, cool island breezes, and magical sunsets are enough to get anyone in the mood for love. California is lucky enough to have its own romantic island getaway- Catalina Island. The island’s proximity to the mainland makes it the perfect spot for a weekend escape.
It’s that time of year again in our nation's capital. The days are longer, the birds are chirping, and millions of tourists are descending on Washington, D.C. for the famous Cherry Blossom Festival. These blooms are beautiful, but their allure is diluted when sharing it with 10,000 of your closest friends. After you’ve paid homage to the delicate pink petals, check out these four fun, family-friendly activities around town.
Mexico’s Riviera Maya is home to a trio of exciting and inspiring eco/adventure parks. I’ve visited all three - Xplor, Xel-ha and Xcaret - over the last decade that I’ve been traveling to Mexico’s Yucatan. While all offer outdoor activities in a totally natural environment (underground rivers, caves, pristine beach, lush jungle), each has offerings unique to its location
Memorial Day is the unofficial kick off to the summer season. Thinking about getting away, but scared you can't afford it? Think again! There are plenty of fun travel destinations you can visit the last weekend in May without breaking the ol' piggy bank. Here's a list of Memorial Day getaways for budget travelers.
Food and travel are synonymous for a reason: there's no better way to get to know the culture and people you’re visiting than through their food. The next time you're in Beantown, skip the touristy Boston restaurants in favor of local hang outs. For the best the city has to offer, follow this 24-hour guide to eating like a local.
On opposite sides of the country, Orlando and San Diego vie for the attention of vacationing families. Both offer sunny weather, plenty of kid-friendly amusements, and attractions for all ages. So which is right for you?