18 top things to do in Jamaica: experience the best of island life

Set between the beauty of the Caribbean Sea and the craggy ridges of the Blue Mountain range, Jamaica’s attractions range from hidden waterfalls and white-sand beaches, to historical architecture, great food and unique ecosystems. And when it comes to music, sports and culture, Jamaica has even more to offer. Here are the island's top things to…

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9 day trips from Kyoto: enjoy the best of Japan’s food and culture

Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, is captivating in its own right: from the sprawling Fushimi Inari-Taisha shrine to the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove in the western suburbs. But its location at the heart of the Kansai region makes it a great base for exploring farther afield, including nearby castles and fabled hot springs.  These are the…

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12 of the best places to visit in Jamaica for music, history and beaches

Jamaica is its own ting man, unlike any other place. Be it the creativity of its arts scene, the cuisine or the culture that birthed reggae music, Jamaica lives up to the hype as one of the most popular Caribbean destinations. The 14 unique parishes encourage a slower type of travel, which explains why so many visitors find themselves coming back…

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How to see Namibia on a budget: spend less cash with these top money-saving tips

Namibia, located on the southwest edge of southern Africa, is one of the continent's safest and most budget-friendly countries to visit. If you want to stretch your money and get the most out of your vacation, there are cheap options so you don't sacrifice any of the magnificent sites and experiences the country has to…

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12 of the best things to do in Florida, from rockets and rollercoasters to the Everglades

Florida is blessed with more than 1300 miles of beautiful coastline and a party vibe that pervades everywhere from the Panhandle to South Beach and the Florida Keys. But for travelers who want to dive deeper into the Sunshine State, all manner of surprising adventures and wildlife encounters await. Obviously, there's a time and place…

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What to see in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1, 3 or 8 hours

With 5000 years of art in galleries occupying some 2.2 million sq ft, the Metropolitan Museum of Art offers enough to keep an art lover occupied for years. But what if you only have an hour? A visit to this great New York City institution doesn’t need to be a schlep – provided you do…

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How to travel around in Iceland: from car rentals to ferry tours

Vast landscapes stretch between volcanoes and ice-capped mountains. Coastal roads snake around fjords, passing fishing villages, isolated churches and the odd sheep bleating on the roadside. Iceland’s countryside is as diverse as it is grand. It's also relatively tiny – at roughly 40,000 sq miles, it's a tad smaller than the state of Ohio. But…

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