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The Ultimate Guide to the World’s 10 Best Budget Destinations

Malaga, Spain. There’s a lot of world to explore and while seeing it all can mean draining your savings account and emptying your wallet, that doesn’t have to be the case. Whether you have a pack of kids you’re wrangling into a minivan or you’re an intrepid solo adventurer who operates on a shoestring budget,…

4 Great American Beer Cities and What to Do in Each

History buffs, put your thinking caps on: What historical event took place on April 7? Stumped? Today marks the day that President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Cullen-Harrison Act, which set into the motion the repeal of prohibition. Roosevelt’s famous statement on the Act: “I think this would be a good time for a beer.”…

6 Girlfriend Getaways That Are Easy to Get to From Either Coast

Photo courtesy of Flickr/kristin klein No offense to family vacations and romantic retreats with your significant other, both of which can be relaxing and fun, but there’s nothing quite like hitting the road with your best gal pals. From top-notch shopping and relaxing spas to delicious brunch spots and cozy cocktail bars, there are plenty…

How to Experience Europe Without Leaving North America

Photo courtesy of Flickr/Artur Staszewski You want to hop on a flight to gaze at the gorgeous architecture in France, sip on refreshing beer in Germany, and ski down mountains in Switzerland, but there’s a catch: you lack the cash and vacation days to cross the Atlantic. Sound familiar? Don’t worry — North America is…

9 Amazing Airport Bars Around the World

Nothing tempers the frustration that comes with a delayed flight quite like an excellent airport bar. While some are lackluster, run-of-the-mill stops designed to solely kill time, others go above and beyond, serving up stylish interiors, top-notch beer and cocktail menus, tasty snacks, and front-row seats for plane spotting. And now that the TSA recommends…

How an 11-Day Summer Road Trip Was My Longest (but Cheapest) Vacation

Photo Credit: Alex Webster Booking an all-inclusive stay in Mexico or the Dominican Republic may seem like the best option for budget-minded travelers, but road trips across America can be far cheaper. In my case, I traveled from Seattle to Denver over 11 days in June/July 2015 and spent only $115 on accommodations the entire…

How to Plan a Jack Kerouac-Inspired Road Trip

With summer in full swing, now’s the time to plan a road trip. And who better to turn to for inspiration than author Jack Kerouac, whose adventures with the gang — Allen Ginsberg, William Burroughs, and his muse Neal Cassady — paved the way for “On the Road,” a novel which he penned in a…

8 U.S. Hotels Where You Can Get a Proper High Tea

Photo Credit: Arnaud Dessein If there’s one thing you need to do when you’re in England, it’s sit down for a proper tea. There’s nothing quite like taking a break from the day, sipping on delectable drinks, and munching on some petit fours. Unfortunately, many of us can’t get over to London just like that,…

7 Destinations You Should Visit This Summer

At least for us at Oyster.com, summer is the season of travel. To be fair, we consider all four seasons primed for getting away, but the warmer months — with schools on break and summer Fridays in the office — often allow for easier escapes. Each new season in every new year brings us a…