Expert Travel Advice and Destination Guides
Our travel guides feature our favorite places to travel. We share travel recommendations and stories from all of the travel destinations that we've been to.
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Through our adventures as a travel couple on the road, we've developed our favorite travel hacks that have helped us venture farther and for longer.
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How to Pick the Best NYC Airport
Which NYC airport should you choose? Is there a best airport to use in New York? We detail the pros and cons of all the international airports in NYC: LGA vs. JFK vs. EWR.
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How to Make Great Coffee While Traveling
Traveling with coffee? You need tips for how to make coffee on the road and on the go. Here’s how to make coffee on a vacation and how to create a coffee travel kit.
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32 Safest Cities for First-Time Travelers
What are the best safe cities and safe destinations for first-time travelers? If you're traveling on your own for the first time, check out this list of easy safe cities to travel to.
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Long Distance Relationship Advice
Looking for ways to survive long distance relationships while traveling? Whether you're traveling as a digital nomad or studying abroad, use these tips to make your long distance relationship last.
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10 Best (And Worst) Destinations for Gluten Free Travel
Is it easy to find gluten free places to eat when you travel? We have a list of some of the best and worst countries for celiacs and eating gluten-free food.
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17 Adventurous Travel Destination Ideas
If you're like us, you're looking for the best new and alternative travel destinations for experienced and seasoned travelers. See our list of where to travel in 2022 for travelers who seek a challenge.
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What are our favorite travel destinations? Our best places to travel are ones that have a bit of everything, from architecture and history to nature and adventure.
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Argentina
There’s more to this giant country than its steak and wine, once you start exploring. From the peaks of Patagonia to the posh cafes of Buenos Aires, it’s hard to get bored in Argentina.
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Chicago
What are the best things to see on a trip to Chicago? We’ll tell you the coolest places to take photos, along with a review on where to stay if you’re working remotely.
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Colombia
Find soul in this South American country rich in musical beats, stunning landscapes and reinvented cities. We enjoyed Colombia’s big cities like Cartagena and Medellin, but also became enchanted in small towns like Jardin and Salento, where time seemed to stand still and where watching the sunset in the mountains became all that mattered.
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Czech Republic
The Czech Republic is like a gateway to Eastern Europe. In the capital of Prague, find tons of history from the ages of royalty to World War II and into the Soviet era, and wander through the unique Old City, where cultures and architecture blend together.
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The Dominican Republic
Find out what to see in the Dominican Republic North Coast with our North Coast itineraries featuring Cabarete and Sosua, and discover what to know about traveling in the DR regarding local tax, money, safety and backpacking.
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England
This is England, land of castles and countryside, and rugby and royalty. Get lost in London and feel out the hip scenes and the history. Then, take a train to get out of the cities and experience simpler life in villages, historic sites and nature.
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Estonia
Estonia is a surprise, if anything. Where is this small country, credited for being the birthplace of Skype and Transferwise? Its mix of influences from Scandinavia and from the Baltic and Russian region make for a fascinating culture of innovation, progress and unique history.
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Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a dense island metropolis jam-packed full of culture, innovation, unique scenery and of course, its mouth-watering cuisine. Hong Kong is a melting pot for Asia and for the world, where people of all cultures feel comfortable and welcome, and where having Pakistani or Korean food for dinner is as easy to find as some good old Cantonese dim sum.
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Iceland
There's an unlimited number of things to do in Iceland, if you let yourself get off the beaten path. Explore Iceland by renting a car and taking a road trip -- this way, you'll be able to get on roads less traveled, get national parks to yourself and avoid all the crowds. The beauty of Iceland lies in its magnificent nature, which is where you'll find yourself documenting the trip through travel photography.
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Ireland
Beyond the Guinness pints and the countless characteristic pubs, and beyond the rain and the driving on the left, is spectacular untouched nature, locals who will always crack a joke and, well, lots of sheep.
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Israel
Kick back by the Mediterranean Sea with falafel or lose yourself in the narrow alleyways of one of the most historically-important cities on Earth. Check out how four cultures share Jerusalem’s Old City, and then spend the next day floating in the saltiest body of water in the world.
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Latvia
Sandwiched between Estonia and Lithuania, and sharing borders with Belarus and Russia, Latvia is still forming an independent identity. Try the dense and flavorful bread varieties, the Baltic Sea fishes and of course, the strawberries. You'll notice that from the bogs to the beaches, there's so much to see in this laid-back and growing country.
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Mexico
What we love about Mexico is the rich culture, full of soulful and joyous music, zesty cuisine, ancient history and bustling cities. This big country has enough unique destinations to keep you enchanted for months.
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Myanmar (Burma)
The most undiscovered and alternative of any country in Southeast Asia, Myanmar (Burma) provides a genuine travel experience to travelers who want to get lost among ancient pagodas, lake villages and urban chaos.
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The Netherlands
Windmills, stroopwafels and the canals of Amsterdam may come to mind when you think of the Netherlands. Get on a bicycle, the local Dutch way, and make your way into the architecture of Rotterdam, quaint and quiet streets of villages outside the big cities and the excellent transport systems that link all the parts of this country.
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New York
Looking for the best authentic local tips for travel and exploring New York State? Check out the secret tips that only locals know, and how to maximize your trip budget.
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Peru
Famed for Machu Picchu and its Incan ruins, there’s much more to Peru than meets the eye. Sit back with a drink and watch the sunset from the Pacific cliffs of the capital city Lima, and surf on sand dunes in Huacachina, from where the sand in your hair will serve as a souvenir for days.
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Portugal
Portugal charmed us from the start, as we ventured through a maze of colorful alleyways in Lisbon’s Bairro Alto neighborhood and then took a road trip to the humble medieval villages and beautiful beaches. Try the wine and the seafood, and then go for a hike along the rocky coastline.
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Spain
Famed for tapas, mountains, islands and art, in a variety of dramatic settings, Spain is somewhere to go back to, time and again. Just when you think you’ve gotten to know the country, you’ll learn there’s more to see.
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Sri Lanka
If you like scenery, flavorful food, friendly people and culture, this is a country for you. In Sri Lanka, we hiked epic mountains, climbed stairs to a sacred giant Buddha, tried Ceylon tea fresh from its source and laid back with fruit smoothies on the southern beaches.
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Taiwan
Off the beaten path, undiscovered places and natural beauty are all ways to describe travel in Taiwan. Travel for food, hiking and culture in one of the best destinations in Asia.
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Vietnam
Vietnam is so diverse, and you'll never run out of things to do. Yes, travel in Vietnam is affordable, so you can get more for your money and try everything in sight.
Recent Destination Guides
Through our adventures as a travel couple on the road, we've developed our favorite travel hacks that have helped us venture farther and for longer.
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New York The Best Time of Year to Visit NYC
Wondering when the best time to visit New York City is, and the worst time for a trip, too? Here, we’ll explain when the most expensive time to visit NYC is, and the cheapest.
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Chicago Selina Chicago Review: A Unique Boutique Critique
Here is our honest Selina Chicago hotel review, including details about what it was like to work remotely and travel by using the coworking space at this upscale hostel.
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Chicago Best Instagrammable Chicago Street Photography Spots
Where are the best Chicago street photography locations? We checked out some of the best hidden photography spots and the best places for Instagram shots in Chicago in this list.
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New York Is NYC Safe? Everything You Need to Know
Is it safe to travel to New York right now? Is NYC dangerous with crime, and at night, and if you’re alone or solo? Here’s how to stay safe in New York City and avoid crime.
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New York 33 Best Things to Know Before Traveling to NYC
Are you thinking, “What do I need to know before traveling to New York?” Check out these New York City tips for first-timers, and the best tips for traveling to and visiting NYC.
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New York Best Unique & Fun Ideas for Day Trips From NYC
Looking for the best easy day trips from NYC by car, bus or by train? These fun day trip ideas are the most fun and unique places to visit outside New York City.
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New York The Best Free Things to Do in New York City
What are the best free things to do in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens? Check out free NYC parks, beaches, landmarks, historic sites and walking ideas for a trip this year.
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New York 49 Best Photo Spots for Instagram in Brooklyn
The best places to take pictures in NYC are actually among the most Instagrammable places in Brooklyn. See the list of these secret non-touristy places to take pictures in Brooklyn, New York.
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New York What It's Like to Stay at Joy Cottage
Looking for unique places to stay in Upstate NY? Stay in this getaway house and luxury cabin in the woods for a Catskills getaway weekend with friends or couples.
