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Kathmandu Nights
Carleton Cole takes us on a wild ride through Kathmandu, into the Nepali capital’s overwhelming backpacker ghetto of Thamel, which makes Asia’s other travellers’ districts look as tame as a tea party.
The Best New York City Summer Festivals Under $10
Free summer entertainment is one of New York’s best kept secrets. Sara Clarke fills you in on where to go, what to see, and how to have the most fun at this year’s festivities.
Brazil: A Bird-Watching Paradise
The Private National Heritage Reserve of Cristalino is breath-taking area of Brazil that wild-life lovers will fall in love with. Justin Nidel recommends bringing a good camera to get shots of some of the beautiful birds you’ll see while you’re here.
13 of the Best Outdoor Summer Festivals in the World
Summers are filled with ice cream and picnics, swimming pools and festivals. So bring your lawn chair and bug spray as Sherry Jackson rounds up the thirteen best outdoor summer festivals in the world.
How I Travel: Courtney Scott
In this week’s How I Travel we talk to cubicle refugee, travel writer, tv personality and full-time vagabond Courtney Scott.
How Music Makes the Foreign Familiar
Ben Keene stumbled upon a music festival in Denmark that ended up transporting him back home to Virginia with just a few notes, reminding him that music really is a universal language.
The Loud American – A Clash of Cultures in the Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic sees hundreds of thousands of tourists every year, attracted by it’s tropical climate and idyllic beaches. But sometimes it is the tourists themselves who provide the entertainment, as Tommy Trenchard discovers on a visit to Santo Domingo.
Snorkeling on Maui – A Must Try
Maui has been one of the top snorkeling destinations for many years. Judith Wellner shows you that it’s more than just an interesting experience – it’s a life-changing adventure.
8 Ways to Score Tremendous Deals on Outdoor Travel Gear
Everyone loves to have some new travel gear for an upcoming trip but not everyone likes dishing out the cash for new gear. Travel Gear Writer Amiee Maxwell fills you in on 8 ways you can score amazing deals on travel gear and have more money left for your travels.
10 Reasons to Travel to Spain Now
Beneath the vibrant and explosive facade of Spain lies a nation erupting with history, heritage and culture. Whether you are a culture vulture, outdoor enthusiast or a beach-goer, you always end up falling head over heels with Spain. WhyGo Spain writer Nellie Huang gives you 10 reasons why it’s time to make a trip there now.
Salar de Uyuni Tour: Salt, Salt, Salt, and Trains
Christian Celind takes on a tour of Salar de Uyuni, the world’s largest salt flat, in Bolivia.
10 Reasons to Travel to France Now
There’s no better time than right now to book those tickets to France and get your joie de vivre on. Read why France Travel Guide writer Christine Cantera thinks your next trip should be to what its citizens call L’Hexagone.
I Came, I Saw, I Conjugated – Learning Spanish in Mexico
Attending an Immersion School is certainly the most fun way to study a language. Jennifer Choban describes the joys and tribulations of studying Spanish in Mexico.
10 Reasons to Travel to Las Vegas Now
Las Vegas: Home to world-class chefs, fabulous entertainment and wild nightclubs but also ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and families. Whether you’ve been to Las Vegas before or you haven’t gone yet, WhyGo Las Vegas writer JoAnna Haugen gives you 10 good reasons why you should visit Sin City now.
Valley of the Whales – Fayoum Province, Egypt
Treading the desert to explore an ocean bed that is rich with 40 million year-old whale skeletons and other extinct creatures is a unique experience. Azza Abdel Aziz tells you more about the Valley of the Whales in the western desert of Egypt; a world heritage site that narrates an unrivaled story about the evolution of species in an open air museum.
How to Visit Washington, DC with Kids
Jenn Miller has never quite forgiven her parents for not taking her to Washington DC as a child, she’s making up for it by dragging her kids all over the capital time and again. She’ll show you where to stay, what’s cheap or free, how to make the National Gallery into a treasure hunt for your kids, and more.
The Florida Keys – An Ideal Vacation Destination
The Florida Keys, also known as the American Caribbean or Florida’s Out Islands, are in close proximity to mainland Florida, but miles away from commonplace. Louise Wilson explores this series of islands off the southern tip of Florida.
To The End Of the Highway in Prince Rupert, BC
We continue our series of Day Trips From Terrace, BC, venturing to the end of the highway (literally) to Prince Rupert. A former resident, Curtis Sagmeister spotlights some local gems sure to make your vacation memorable.
Seven Great Places in the U.S. to Make a Summer Splash
Travel writer Sherry Jackson shows you seven places that are not your run-of-the-mill water park to splash around in this summer.
How to Save Money on London Theatre Hotels
London is one of the most expensive cities in the world, but Susan Radcliffe has some great tips for saving money on theatre hotels.
How I Travel: Susie Floros
In this week’s “How I Travel” we talk to Susie Floros, who manages the Burton Snowboards women’s team, and travels around the world seeking snow and surf.
New Rule: Don’t Climb a Volcano While It’s Erupting – Pacaya, Guatemala
Pacaya is an active volcano in Guatemala that thousands of people climb every year. Daniel Reynolds Riveiro just happened to be on top of it when it began erupting.
Why Three Isn’t Always a Crowd When Traveling
Avid traveler, Krista Lundgren, shares with you her story of life on the road as a threesome and why that third wheel isn’t always a bad thing.
Mamma Mia! Experiencing the Unexpected in Rome
Dee Andrews tells of an unexpected lunch date in Rome, reminding us to spontaneous – you never know what is awaiting you just around the corner.