Mongolia is the dramatic stage for wild, off-the-beaten track adventures, and the nomadic culture of the steppes has hardly changed since the days of Chinggis (Ghengis) Khan. Travel in this epic land can be inspiring, mesmerizing, even life-affirming, but one thing a trip to Mongolia is unlikely to be is cheap. For steppe sightseeing you’ll…
The capital of Japan is famously crowded, colorful and charismatic. Toyko is also great fun for families, with a host of attractions that offer maximum amusement for tiny travelers, from giant video game arcades to the anime-focused Ghibli Museum. Tokyo is also a parents’ dream when it comes to the logistics of travel: the city…
So you want to visit the best places in Texas? Then get prepared to embrace the open road because the Lone Star State is far from small! While it’s possible to visit a number of Texas' big attractions in one trip, combining several popular destinations will likely require a rental car and a long drive…
A lake archipelago of more than 1000 islands. A bike path that follows an old railway line alongside and over the lake. Loud loons and ospreys flying overhead at dusk. Ancient deciduous forests. I’d never been to Sweden, but a bike trip around Lake Åsnen in the south of the country sounded lovely – as close…
Extending across the Andean highlands, the Amazon, the Pacific coastlines, and even the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador is a mandatory stop in South America. Brimming with diversity, you can experience different geographical regions within a few hours. However, with the US dollar as the official currency, Ecuador is not a bargain destination. But, with these few…
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Benin is the birthplace of voodoo – a religion that worships natural spirits and reveres ancestors. It was also a significant source for transatlantic slave traders. A history you’ll learn more about at its museums. This small West African country is blessed with luscious natural surroundings, beautiful beaches and unique markets. It's a popular destination…
India loves kids of all ages. Its lively tumult, which can be overwhelming for adults, is manna to children. The sights, sounds, and smells mean they’re never bored. And their actions, exclamations, and even tantrums, which may raise eyebrows elsewhere, are easily absorbed by India’s accommodating culture. While the country may throw up challenges for…
I’m a traveler who embraces stark contrasts. Take, for instance, my recent trip to Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit. Just north of Puerto Vallarta, this 200-mile stretch of coastline is home to some of the most luxurious beachfront resorts in the world. Yet just down the road, you’ll find lower-key, more bohemian-feeling villages with a decidedly local…
A Unesco site in its entirety, Cilento is a vast and varied area in the southernmost part of Campania, Italy. Often overshadowed by its showy neighbors, Naples and the Amalfi Coast, the underrated Cilento enjoys more relaxed rhythms. Beyond its most popular attraction, the Ancient Greek town of Paestum, there are many natural and man-made…