Mini Guide to Guatemala
With over 17 million people, Guatemala is the most populous country in Central America. While the first human settlements date back to 18,000 BC, the region is nowadays famous for the history of Mayan Civilization and its ancient ruins.
Escape the Cold: The Best Places to Warm You Up
If you’re lucky enough to have vacation days scheduled around the holiday season, now is a great time to start planning. If you wait much longer, airline prices will start to rise, and all the best hotels will be booked up. If you live north of the Mason-Dixon line, chances are you’ve already had a couple days of cold weather and are just starting to realize that summer is truly over.
The World in Liquor
When you go out for a night, how many options for liquor does your home base bar have on offer? Sure, they’ve probably got some standard gins, vodkas, rums, whiskies, and tequilas—but probably not much of anything else. If you’re traveling, one of the best ways to start to get to know the local culture is to indulge in a popular local drink.
How You Can (Nearly) Travel Forever
Traveling around the world seems to be everyone’s dream. What’s not to like: the freedom of the road, the incredible adventures, and the amazing people you meet along the way. But is it really possible? Can anyone do it?
13 Most Famous World Heritage Sites
When you start traveling around the globe, it doesn’t take long until you come across a World Heritage Site. These sites are selected by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and they’re considered to be important to humanity. There are international treaties in place to legally protect the sites.
Mini Guide to Cuba
Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean at 109,884 square kilometers, and the second-most populous. It consists of the island of Cuba, Isla de la Juventud, and many small archipelagos.
The Coolest Cargo Planes in the World
Outside of a select few mechanical engineers and their fanboys, cargo planes rarely get the love that they deserve. But, if you enjoy two-day shipping, next day delivery, or incredible feats of human ingenuity than it’s time for you to take notice.
Don’t Fall for These 10 Scary Traveler Scams
Hopping aboard a transcontinental flight on route to a new, ready-to-explore destination is a rush. Traveling teaches us about the world, sure. But, more than that, it teaches us about ourselves. You also probably already know that, unlike your comfort zone, traveling presents a lot of inherent risks. It’s a sad reality, but it’s a reality that rings true. You, as a tourist, are a two-bit criminal’s dream target. After all, you have absolutely no idea where you are, no idea where to go for help, and no clue what the scammers have in store.
Never Go into a Dunkin Again: The Best Donut Shops in the United States
There are lots of commercial options around the United States like Dunkin and Krispy Kreme. Unfortunately, they can’t replicate the love and care that goes into donuts made entirely from scratch. Today, we’re going to explore some of the best traditional donut shops around the United States.
The World in Street Food
As we get busier, and we spend more time on the go, the quick and easy phenomenon known as street food rises to fill the gap that was previously occupied by long dinners in restaurants or at home. Street food varies widely from place to place — many cities offer relaxed regulations, which allows vendors the freedom to sell anything that they can make and serve on the go. Other cities only allow a small number of carts, and consequently can only offer a limited number of dishes.