The best of New England: fall road trip 2022

New England's fascinating history, beautiful nature, and family-friendly entertainment make it an ideal region in the US for a fall road trip. Add in a spectacular culinary scene along with a wide variety of affordable accommodations, and you've got many roads to discover ahead.  Here’s a blueprint to a reasonably priced road trip in New…

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What to eat and drink in Barbados

From tiny waterside shacks with only fried fish on the menu to elegant fine-dining restaurants overlooking tranquil ports, the food in Barbados is reason enough to leave the beach and get out and explore. Not surprisingly, considering Barbados’ rich cultural history, Bajan food is a world of flavors, with European, African and even Indian influences…

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The ghosts of cowboys past at the 100th Santa Fe Indian Market

Perspectives by Lonely Planet is a series devoted to starting conversations. In this feature, writer Simon Moya-Smith visits the 100th annual Santa Fe Indian Market and finds that, even a century on, old habits die hard. Everything was in full swing two blocks away, where I could hear laughter, drums, the sound of a jingle…

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Cruising the Nile: top tips for taking the journey of a lifetime

Egypt is nothing short of a miracle. Though the forbidding Sahara encroaches from every direction, the Nile River splashes a verdant green ribbon through the country, sometimes managing to push the desert sands only a few hundred feet back from the riverbank. One of the world’s longest and most legendary rivers, the Nile travels more…

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These free things to do in Sydney from swimming to stargazing

While we’d never describe Sydney as cheap, one of the joys of the Harbour City is how much there is to do that won’t cost you a cent. The great outdoors is key, with Sydney’s magical array of beaches and national parks all free to access. The center holds some excellent historic attractions that don’t…

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13 Best Digital Nomad Destinations for 2023

Heads up: some of the links on this site are affiliate links. If you click and make a booking or purchase, I’ll make a commission (at no extra cost to you). I partner with companies I personally use and the $$ goes towards creating more awesome, free travel content.  Finding the best digital nomad destinations…

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The best dishes in Spain, and where to try them

Bountiful seafood and rich produce from the interior of Spain combine to create one of the world’s great cuisines. Inventive chefs and a wealth of regional variety add to the allure, all of which make eating here a memorable part of the Spanish travel experience. Meals come in many varieties, from bite-sized morsels of perfection…

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Thailand’s best eating and drinking experiences

Food alone is a worthy reason to visit Thailand. Known for its inimitable melange of aromatic ingredients, piquant flavors and razor-sharp spices, Thai cuisine ranks among the top culinary traditions in the world, perhaps even warranting a league of its own. From street-side stalls peddling wholesome meals to fine-dining establishments plating exquisite delectables on par…

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