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We’ve all taken a personality test at this point — whether it’s a quick Buzzfeed quiz that tells us our secret cereal identity or a more in-depth character analysis. People want to know more about who they are. And when it comes to travel, your personality can be a crucial component in planning your next…
There’s nothing quite like an early evening or morning walk through a quiet forest. The rustle of the leaves, birds overhead, the soft crunch of pebbles and moss underfoot. Whether you consider yourself a tree hugger or even just a tree admirer, Arbor Day is the perfect day to celebrate your love for the leafy.…
Kyoto Garden Ryokan Yachiyo. One of the best ways to experience some of the romantic Old-World charm of Kyoto is to stay in one of the city’s many “ryokan.” These traditional inns are often family-run and located in a scenic natural setting or set in a Japanese garden. Interiors have a rustic look that keeps…
Vacations are all about seeing a new place, right? But what if you could also experience a new era? While we love historic hotels with old-timey charm, we’re also partial to those that transport us to the future. From properties with intergalactic, pod-like bedrooms to hotels with robot helpers, these Jetsons-worthy accommodations offer a glimpse…
Packed with both modern and ancient culture, Japan makes for a fascinating travel destination. One could spend months exploring the scenery, food, history, and captivating people in the country. However, if you’re only visiting for a little over a week, consider this itinerary, which will help you maximize your time. Given the tight timeframe, we…
Nothing tests a relationship quite like going beyond the geographical confines of one’s everyday life and traveling. Whether your relationship is in the nascent dating period or you’ve put your children through college and now have an empty nest, couples can keep the spark alive by hitting the road together. In fact, a 2013 study…
Photo courtesy of Flickr/Karen For many, satisfying a coffee fix consists of walking up to a barista, mumbling a size in Italian, and plopping down a few dollars. For other java enthusiasts, it’s all about filling the top of an automatic drip coffee maker or bottom of a French press with pricey beans for a…
While taking community college language classes and using language-learning software might give you a solid base in your foreign language of choice, if you really want to be fluent in a foreign language, your best bet is to pack up and head overseas to a country where the language is spoken. Whether you want to…
Last year, Bloomberg published a list of the world’s most expensive hotel cities and we were fairly surprised that San Francisco took the number one spot, even though we did know it’s one of the world’s most expensive cities to live in. As New Yorkers, paying some of the largest rents for the smallest spaces,…
