When is the best time to visit Benin?

Benin is a small West African nation, proud member of the ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) and travelers often discover it alongside a trip to Togo. Though it's not heavily touristed, visitor numbers are on the rise in Benin as word spreads about how much this welcoming nation has to offer. Every season…

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Best places to visit in Montana

Massive Montana comprises the Last Best Place in the American West, encompassing a wild terrain of Rocky Mountain adventures and bucket-list places to visit. Amid the mountains, national forests and wild rivers teeming with trout, several historical and current railroad depots punctuate the state, now grown into Montana’s best cities, showcasing its independent yet inviting…

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How to visit Chile on a budget

Travelers arriving in Chile from neighboring countries often have the same first reaction: shock. It’s not the height of the Andes, the size of the glaciers or the barrenness of the desert – though those also surprise – but rather the cost of living. Chile is South America’s second-wealthiest nation by GDP per capita (just…

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The best times to visit Florida

With spectacular year-round sunshine, never-ending entertainment and action-packed activities, there’s certainly no bad time to visit Florida. But depending on your interests and what you’re trying to find (or avoid) when you get here, there’s likely to be a “best time” to come. Although northerners consider sun-drenched Florida a four-season dreamland, the state's tropical and…

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How to visit LA on a budget

It's an unfortunate fact that Los Angeles isn’t the most budget-friendly travel destination. However, with some careful planning, you can find a budget side to this glamorous town that embraces affordability without sacrificing the magic that defines the City of Angels. With endless options and activities throughout LA, there truly is something for everyone and every…

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The best things to do in Colorado with kids

With its endless blue skies and hiking, climbing and exploring galore, Colorado is a wonderful place to introduce the kiddos to the great outdoors. But there's more to Colorado than peaks and canyons – the state is also bursting with history and culture, from prehistoric times to today. You could spend weeks crisscrossing the state and…

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