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To be honest, visiting Spain any time of year is a good idea. The country is blessed with a mostly mild climate, meaning that even during wintertime visits, you might not need a jacket during the day. Of course, there are plenty of factors to consider, and particular parts of the country are more hospitable…
New York City skyline/Oyster New York, we love you. That will never change. But you can be an incredibly expensive place that makes us want to use bad words at times. And the truth is that if you’re in town as a tourist, you’ll be shelling out even more cash than us locals. That’s because…
As fall approaches and the sun starts setting earlier each day, we’re already thinking about what destinations are best for getting our necessary dose of Vitamin D. European countries aren’t often considered the sunniest spots, but there are certain cities that are better suited for avoiding the dreaded seasonal affective disorder. We consulted the stats…
Spain has been seducing the world’s creative types since long before we called them creative types, and has given the world everything from flamenco and tapas to “Don Quixote” and Pedro Almodovar. It’s a hub for all things traditional and bohemian, elegant and scruffy — and that mild Mediterranean climate means that almost any time…
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…
To put it bluntly, Madrid is a stunner. It’s not that we don’t hear the criticism out there — summers are too hot, they say; there’s no beach. However, the charm here runs deep and lasts around the clock. There’s something perpetually alluring about the Spanish capital, and it has an almost limitless amount of…
Here’s a little secret: Most museums in the world’s major cities offer at least one day or night where they let visitors in for free. “So what’s the trade off?” you might be wondering. Well, you can expect long lines, huge crowds, and a lack of flexibility in your travel schedule that can make operating…
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…
The first step is always the hardest. This little nugget of wisdom is applicable to so much of life, but it’s also a helpful way to think about traveling abroad for the first time. Here at Oyster.com, we firmly believe that international travel is crucial toward broadening one’s world view and enjoying life. Understandably, though,…
If there’s one thing that we’ve learned in our travels, it’s that you don’t have to be a real estate tycoon to enjoy million-dollar views. Yes, your money will go further in some places than others, but some of the world’s most iconic vistas are available for a relatively budget-friendly price tag of $150 or…
