We just finished watching all six movies again of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, extended editions of course, our own little there-and-back-again adventure. Even though I live in a small NYC apartment, I am more inspired than ever to build my own row of hobbit homes that would impress even Samwise. I might need a…
25 Bucket List Places to See on the West Coast of the USA
There is a rumor that the west coast of the USA is the “best coast,” but which bucket list cities and places should you travel to first? Since so many read and commented on the 25 bucket list east coast cities I thought I’d spread the love and share my favorite 25 bucket list places…
Best Places to Travel in 2019
A new year often rings in new ambitious travel plans, but where are the best places to travel in 2019? Keep reading for our top 32 countries to visit in 2019 and vote below for your favorite in our country face-off bracket! This year’s list is almost double our lists for 2017 and 2018. As…
11 Reasons to travel to Uzbekistan
For adventure-seekers, luxury travelers and hostel-hoppers alike, Uzbekistan is a top 2019 destination. Located in the heart of Asia’s Silk Road, Uzbekistan offers a rich history, friendly culture and exotic sights. Home to three of the Silk Road’s most storied cities, and so much more, it is still a relatively undiscovered gem. With the new…
11 Best Things to Do in Cuba
Cuba topped both our Dream Trips and Caribbean Bucket List articles this year for its exotic beaches, colorful culture and inexplicable ability to transport you back in time! Read on for more inspiration of what to do in Havana, Cuba and beyond. 1) Swim in the untouched waters and enjoy miles of white…
The Best Local Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in NYC
The world-famous NYE celebration in NYC includes half a million freezing people huddled in the overcrowded Times Square watching the ball drop, but what do the locals do? We rounded up our favorite local-approved free and paid alternative celebrations that everyone will enjoy! 1. Themed Party at Pier A: Last New Year’s Eve, I attended…
11 Secret Reasons to Travel to Albania Now
Albania enjoys some of the best views, ruins and beaches, but it is still one of the best secret destinations in Europe without crowds! There are gorgeous Grecian style beaches, historic castles that look like Wales, and wide pedestrian boulevards lined with cafes like Barcelona. All of that is packed into one beautiful, affordable, and totally…