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6 Tips for Planning an Affordable Day Trip
If you haven't had the time or the money for a proper summer vacation, consider a daycation. Here are six ways to help you plan an affordable day trip this summer.
Free New York City Sightseeing Tours: By Bike, Bus, Boat & More
Though New York is one of the most walkable cities, there are plenty of things to see by bike, bus, ferry, kayak, or canoe. Here's where to find the best free sightseeing tours of New…
The Best Beaches and Ports for Cruisers
By the time your ship docks in port, you want to make a beeline for the beach. Don't know where to go? Here are the best beaches in some of the top cruise ports around the world.
New York City Summer Fun: 7 Great Places to Hang Out
Save this summer guide to New York City's best parks and piers, with free movies, concerts, and festivals.
Genealogy Tourism: Tracing Your Ancestors in Germany
Many journeys ended on New York's Ellis Island, but do you know where those trips began? You can easily turn a genealogy mission into a vacation by visiting these two emigration…
Alaska Cruise History Lesson: Who was William H. Seward?
Alaska cruisers are probably already familiar with the Seward port, but who was the man behind the name? Turns out William H. Seward was the man who bought Alaska.
Paris: The Best Books to Read Before You Go
Jumpstart your next Paris vacation with a little extracurricular reading. These books cover everything from fun history trivia to where to find the best restaurants and flea markets.
George Washington's Overlooked Birthplace
You may already be familiar with Mount Vernon, but did you know George Washington's actual birthplace is a national monument with its own zip code?
Hudson River Valley: The Best Museums and Historic Sites
The Hudson River Valley is filled with museums and architectural highlights. We round up the best historic sites and things to do in this National Heritage Area between New York City…
Free Summer Concerts In and Around New York City
Music lovers on a budget may have a hard time deciding between all of these summer music concerts. Luckily, all the performances are free, plus we share some tips on how to score the…
The Best Comedy Clubs in NYC: A Comic's Top 5 Picks
If you're not up for a Broadway show, a New York City comedy show can be an affordable option for side-splitting entertainment.
Charming Charleston: Where to Stay, Eat, and Shop
Slow down and unwind in Charleston, where walking tours take you past restored antebellum mansions on cobblestone streets. We also share where to eat, stay, and play in this waterfront…
Cruising in Asia Aboard Costa Allegra
Cruising in Asia can be a convenient way to explore new cultures in comfort. Sailing aboard the intimate Costa Allegra is just one way to see Phuket, Kuala Lumpur, and more.
11 Affordable Options for Opera Lovers in NYC
Going to the opera in New York City can be pricey. Here are 11 places other than the Met where you can see high-quality performances for a song.
The Best Museums in Milwaukee
From the Harley-Davidson Museum to the Calatrava-designed Milwaukee Art Museum, this lakefront town has exhibits and activities that are fun for adults and kids alike.
Expose Yourself to Art: Outdoor Sculpture In & Around New York City
The number of sculptures on New York City's streets and in its parks makes it the greatest outdoor art museum in the United States.
Teepees and Rattlesnakes in Alberta, Canada
The province of Alberta, Canada, brims with First Nations culture. We reveal where you can rent a teepee and where you can learn to pitch one. Whatever you do, beware of the…
How to Give Mom One of the Best Mother's Day Presents She's Ever Had
Family vacations are often no vacations at all for moms, especially when young kids are part of the equation. Here are some new ideas that will let everyone relax.
What's New In London This Summer?
Whether it's your first foray or a repeat visit, the new museums, hotels, and restaurants sprinkled throughout London offer even more reasons to fly across the pond.
How to See a Bullfight in Madrid
Like it or not, bullfighting means big business in Madrid. Here's how to score tickets and where you can learn more about the history of this popular spectacle.
How to Find the Best Shops in Cape Town, South Africa
For shopaholics and souvenir hunters, even the local malls in Cape Town are brimming with funky fashions and designs. Here's a list of shops to make sure you don't come home…
New York City's Dutch Treats and Historic Sites
New York's Dutch roots are still firmly planted in contemporary art, architecture, and fashion. Explore the past through walking tours, observe the present-day influence, and look to…
Mark Twain Slept Here: Heidelberg, Germany
Follow Mark Twain's footsteps all the way to Heidelberg, Germany, where the seamless blend of the ancient and the modern still charms today's traveler.
Learn Travel Writing in the Hudson River Valley
Our own Bob Fisher is holding a travel writing seminar and workshop just two hours up the Hudson River from New York City this June.
9 Must-See Museum Exhibits Around the World
If you'll be visiting any of these 9 cities around the world this year, be sure to catch one of these buzz-worthy museum exhibits.