Travel And Exploration

Use our travel guide to explore interesting and exciting places around the world. We’ll show you some of the best places to visit, regardless of your budget and time allowance. Whether you’re retired and have months to travel, or are headed out for a weekend, we’ll find your ideal travel itinerary suited to your budget and travel interests. From sporting events like Wimbledon to that amazing curry recipe you had in southeast Asia, we’ve got you covered.

Maybe you prefer to explore with a group of people you know, such as family or friends, or not, and would rather go with a group of total strangers. Either way, we’ll help you with our reviews of the best online website to use when booking travel. We also discuss different styles of travel, various vacation spots to consider (often with an outline of our personal experiences) and review some of the top companies in the industry.

Bocas del Toro Hotels on the Water

Bocas del Toro Hotels on the Water

Have you ever wanted to stay in an overwater bungalow? Bocas Del Toro, Panama has some of the best, and they’re more affordable than you might think. I give you my first hand review of a hotel over the water I stayed in for my 40th birthday, as well as a gorgeous, secluded hotel in the jungle that rounded out our trip and left us wanting more sun, surf, and fun!…

Iceland Stopover

Ice, Ice Baby: A Guide to an Iceland Stopover

If you’re Europe-bound, a stopover in Iceland is a bonus worth considering! If you can fly out of a handful of cities in the U.S., you can get there for no extra charge to your European flight and can stay in the Nordic country for up to 48 hours! Why not take advantage of this opportunity to experience a new culture and get an extra stamp in the passport? I recently had the chance to take part in an Iceland stopover and wanted to share some tips and advice on how to make the most of your trip…

Car on streetn in Cuba

Can Americans Travel To Cuba? Travel Tips

So they lifted the Cuba embargo and now you want to jump on the next plane to Havana! Not so fast there, Speedy Gonzales. If you’re an American, you might want to read this before you start packing your bags and heading south…

The Ultimate Guide To Cuba Travel Services

After nearly a half-century embargo, traveling to Cuba from the United States is now possible. Given the country is about to start seeing an influx of tourism and development, the novelty to see Cuba as it once was (while you still can) makes the demand and interest to travel there higher than ever before. Want to be one of the first to head to Cuba and experience a piece of history and culture? We’re here to help! Since booking hotels and activities can be frustrating (or impossible) to do online, we recommend using one of these Cuba travel services…

Girl taking photos while traveling

Contiki Reviews: Ready to Plan Your Trip of a Lifetime?

Does planning a trip stress you out? You’re not alone. Why not avoid the stress of travel planning and book your next adventure through Contiki? Contiki offers trips with almost everything planned out including accommodations, meals, activities and more. All you have to do is select the trip you want and pay for it. Contiki vacations target a specific age and style of traveler (which we will discuss below), and it’s important to make sure you want that style of trip, so you have a great time on your vacation. We’ll help you determine if Contiki trips are right for you…

Tour group riding camels

G Adventures Reviews: Bargain or Bust?

Do you daydream about taking a trip abroad but dread the planning process? Traveling abroad can be overwhelming, and for those of you who aren’t big on planning, G Adventures may be your best option. You can choose your destination and how long you want to be gone and G Adventures does the rest. G Adventures is our top pick for best adventure travel. We’ll explain why we think G Adventures is great by laying out the key features, pros, cons, sample trip pricing and more…

Woman waiting for cab with cell phone in hand: Lyft vs Uber

Lyft vs Uber for Passengers: Who Wins the Rideshare Race?

Tired of trying to hail a cab but need a ride on the fly? Don’t live in an area where it’s easy to catch a cab? Try Uber or Lyft, independent transportation/ride-sharing services that are excellent alternatives to the traditional taxi. The ease of using Uber and Lyft is almost too good to be true. But times are changing, folks — so much so that taxi services are feeling the market squeezed by these services. Uber and Lyft dominate the market for easy, on-demand rides. You simply beckon with a mere click on your smartphone. But which one is better? Here, we compare and review Lyft vs Uber, so you can decide which ridesharing provider is best for you…

Backseat of Uber car

Wondering How Uber Ridesharing Works? Here’s the Scoop

Uber is an on-demand internet-based transportation system which has brought about a revolutionary change in the transit industry around the world. Convenience and simplicity have the key to success and massive growth for Uber. Advanced and secured features and technologies of Uber have made it possible for a rider to have a car at his/her location whenever needed by simply tapping his/her smartphone…

Empty Uber car

Can I Get A Free Uber Ride?

Uber, the pioneer ridesharing company, has changed the way we think about taxi transportation. With great flexibility for both drivers and riders, this has turned out to be the most preferred transportation system around the world. Uber is currently operating in more than 400 major cities in the world and the number is increasing at an exponential rate. To attract new riders both from existing and new cities, Uber offers a free Promo Code (worth approx $20) which lets newly registered riders enjoy their free Uber ride!…

Westvleteren beer cap

Westvleteren: Home to the Best Beer in the World

During college I studied abroad for a semester in Paris, France. During this time. I made the most of living in Europe by visiting many countries but my favorite among them was Belgium. The unique architecture, the cute cafés and squares, the rich history, the beautiful canals and the food were all so inviting. So inviting in fact that 10 years later my husband and I returned. But this time I arrived with a true itinerary in mind that orbited around Belgian beer. The world’s best beer: Westvleteren…

Laptop and food in airport lounge (Caption: Priority Pass Review)

Priority Pass Review: Are The Perks Worth The Purchase?

Are you tired of fighting for airport seats whenever you have a layover or delayed flight? If you’ve spent enough time in airports, you know the woes of being stuck in one of those small, uncomfortable seats for hours on end — or even having to settle for the floor during peak travel times. If you often fly for work or vacations and are looking for a better travel experience, it could be time to invest in Priority Pass. This membership gives you airport lounge access all across the globe. Check out our Priority Pass review for benefit info, pros and cons, cost and much more…

Bags in airport: Best Carry-On Luggage

Best Carry-On Luggage: Roll Through the Airport with Ease

Running through the airport to catch your flight and one of the wheels on your bag breaks. Or your zipper snags and the luggage won’t stay closed. What a nightmare! That’s why investing in a well-constructed, dependable carry on bag with reliable wheels will prevent you from having to carry your bag (literally). Find out which we chose as the best carry-on luggage…

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