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Guests relaxing at the pool at the W South Beach. Most of us don’t get to take a whole lot of time off during the year. (In fact, you can check out the best and worst places to live as far as vacation days goes at The Guardian.) So we all have an excuse for…
Travelers take vacations for all sorts of reasons, but this year in particular spiritual tourism is on the rise. As travel junkies, we find that any type of getaway can work to strength our spiritual connection — to the destination, our companions, nature, and/or ourselves. Some visit resorts dedicated to health and wellness to harness…
Walkways at the Rockhouse Hotel, Negril, Jamaica Some of the greatest travel writers in the world have been espousing the benefits of solo travel for decades, and it is evident that the number of travelers venturing alone is on the rise. A study conducted by LastMinute.com discovered that one in three traveled polled planned to…
Books like “Eat, Pray Love” and “Wild” may have set off a boom in self-discovery travel, but more and more places are providing full on spiritual immersion travel options. With such limited time off from our busy lives, travelers are seeking to make the most of their vacations by testing out one-of-a-kind healing and restorative…
The United States is one of the few countries in the world that doesn’t require employers to give their staff a minimum amount of annual leave. Though many stateside companies do offer employees paid vacation, it’s usually just about two or three weeks per year. Things are a bit different on the other side of…
It had been a while. I mean it had been too long, really. Ten years ago, after taking my first international solo trip abroad to Spain, I swore I’d return to that country — soon, I said. But then came jobs and partners and dogs and all of that — life just kept on happening.…
Out with the old, in the with the new. That’s what happens each year in the fashion industry, right? Well, the same holds true for the travel world as well. As the environments, destinations, and demographics of travelers change, so do hotels, airports, and everything in between as a result. So to make sure you’re…
Hanakapia Falls in Hawaii Chances are, if you are reading this you love to travel. So do we! And when we travel, we like make sure that we leave a positive impact with every stamp on our passport. We recently talked to a few hotel workers, fellow travelers, and guesthouse owners about the easiest and…
Photo: Woman Sick in Bed via Shutterstock How many times have you come home from a great vacation with an unwanted souvenir in the form of a nasty cold or stomach bug? Or even worse, started feeling sick before your trip was over? You might be doing some of these things that sabotage your health…
Photo: Projects Abroad If you’re looking to travel, learn new skills, and contribute to a meaningful cause in the New Year, consider a volunteer trip where you can do all three. Volunteer vacations offer deep insight into new cultures, unforgettable bonding experiences, and the chance to experience your passion(s) in bucket list-worthy destinations. From rescuing…
