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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Best things to do in Ecuador with kids

Mostly known as a travel destination for adventure-seeking enthusiasts, Ecuador is often overlooked as a family friendly destination. The country’s diversity and geographical distribution, however, make it the ideal place for families to experience the best of South America in one place.  With various outdoor ventures and enriching cultural experiences, Ecuador offers plenty of activities…

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A first-timer’s guide to the Midwest

Think the Midwest is just a cornfield you fly over between coasts? Don’t be fooled by that nonsense. The region holds impressive cities like Chicago, Detroit and Minneapolis, full of creativity, diversity and forking good food. It also cradles the Great Lakes, which are like huge inland seas, offering beaches, dunes, resort towns and lighthouse-dotted…

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The best times to visit Arizona from winter snow to wildflower season

Bold, big and beautiful, Arizona has plenty to brag about. Framed by New Mexico, Utah, Nevada and California, and with Mexico at its southern reaches – the state gets more than 300 days of sunshine a year and has four distinct seasons, so you can bask in summer, hike and bike in spring and fall and…

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