Destinations

Toilet-themed restaurants in Toronto and Moscow are two recent examples of this weird craze spreading beyond Asia.

By Christopher Hassiotis

It’s safe to say that anyone who knows anything about New York City knows that Brooklyn has a lot to offer.

By Ashley Rayner

They say you will never run out of things to see and do in Newfoundland, whether you plan your trip from start to finish or just show up and go with the flow.

By Lindsay MacNevin

There's a method behind the automotive madness of this massive traffic circle in Swindon, England.

By Christopher Hassiotis

California is a delightfully diverse destination with a colorful history. Long a magnet for visitors with its warm weather, spectacular scenery, and reputation where fortunes can be made if you’re willing to take a chance, California is understandably chock full of hotels with histories as interesting as the state in which they reside.

By Jeff Waddle

Iceland, a land where fire and ice co-exist, home to the best free education, the best life expectancy and the world’s biggest hot tub. An under-populated island marooned near the top of the globe that offers awe-inspiring landscapes, creative locals and breathtaking natural phenomenons.

By Lindsay MacNevin

The accomplished American documentary filmmaker Ken Burns has called the U.S. National Parks system “America’s Best Idea.” Some of the most divine natural real estate in the world has been protected by statute from the onslaught of development.

By Bruce Yaccato

With a backdrop of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains and only a few hours away from the Sahara Desert, Marrakech has become the must-visit destination in Morocco. From the intoxicating Djemaa el Fna with its snake charmers and street food to the mazes of the Medina, Marrakesh is one of Morocco’s most historic and mesmerizing destinations.

By Flashpacking Duo

One of the excuses people often give for not traveling often is the expense. Fortunately, there’s now a wide range of alternatives to traditional hotel stays, which often ate up a large part of the traveler’s budget. And no, we’re not just talking about dormitory rooms in hostels.

By Kirsten Schlewitz

Move over Iceland; there’s a new northern country in town. Long ignored by travelers, Greenland is finally earning its place on the international stage.

By Ashley Rayner

Booking your first family holiday is a time of both excitement and slight apprehension. Whilst going on holiday with your children is a great experience, it can be quite stressful, especially the first time.

By Flashpacking Duo

Located in the central southern part of England, Oxford, a city of a little more than 150,000, is world renowned for its university. But the city has much more to offer than just the University of Oxford. There are luxurious hotels to stay in, and many attractions for visitors to explore.

By Tammy Landry

There is not a traveler around who hasn’t lost their luggage, especially when moving through flight connections. Considering the number of potential hurdles that lurk behind every flight (i.e. weather and other delays) sometimes it is a travel miracle if your luggage arrives at your destination with you.

By Heather Wright

Sarajevo, a place where east meets west and where centuries of Ottoman influence collide with Austro-Hungarian rule. It is one of the most unique cities in the world. The shadow of the Bosnian war and the resulting three year siege of the city itself, still peeks around the edges.

By Kirsten Schlewitz

Widely known to be a common thru-city between the United Kingdom and mainland Europe, there is actually much more to Dover than the fact that it’s a departure point for trips across the channel.

By Rina Marcotte

The call of the open road carries with it a certain cinematic quality, which is probably why there is such an abundance of road trip movies.

By Heather Wright

Summer is not the only time to take an adventure holiday. The world is a magical place during the winter, with many stunning areas to explore and adventures to go on.

By Flashpacking Duo

It’s one of America’s favorite foods. It comes straight to your door, can be ordered from thousands of vendors, and can even be kept frozen and waiting – for whenever a pizza mood may strike. It’s a staple that we’ve grown to know and love as a culture.

By Bethaney Wallace

With a population of a little of 62,000, Santa Cruz is situated on the northern edge of Monterey Bay about 32 miles (51 km) south of San Jose and about 75 miles (120 km) south of San Francisco.

By Tammy Landry

Greenwich Village is one of the most unique communities in New York City. Located in Manhattan, it has served as a center for artists, writers, musicians and actors for well over a century.

By Ashley Rayner

Ireland is nothing short of fulfilling with striking landscapes and visions of natural allure. The Atlantic brings welcome, warm geothermal gusts and the rare geological wealth is astounding. The dramatic diversity of landscapes, from cities to mountains, is mesmerizing and a boon for tourism.

By Susie Stauffer

The UK is brimming with cities full of medieval architecture, breathtaking cathedrals, lively green spaces and fascinating history. Indeed most people flock to the cities of London, Edinburgh, Manchester and Liverpool where they fight crowds of tourists and visit overrated attractions.

By Lindsay MacNevin

As the largest state in the U.S., Alaska offers some of the most breathtaking scenery on the planet. With vast open ice fields, snow capped mountains, miles of green forest and fresh spring lakes, it’s unspoiled wilderness is not just for outdoor enthusiasts, but is appealing to anyone who appreciates being surrounded by natural beauty.

By Heather Wright

Transylvania is one of Eastern Europe’s most captivating regions and although it is often known as the land of bloodthirsty vampires and wolves, it is in fact loaded with incredible things to see and do, all without the fear of being bitten by a vampire.

By Lindsay MacNevin

Thousands have summited the world's highest mountain since Hillary and Norgay made their historic climb in 1953. What's changed about that formidable trek?

By John Donovan