How to Book Shoulder Season Trips for Less and Enjoy Exceptional Value
Learn how to book shoulder season trips for lower fares, quieter hotels, and real-world timing advice on weather, tours, and practical booking tactics.
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Europe | Global | Historical
Why You Should Visit Dachau Concentration Camp
Visiting the Dachau Concentration Camp in Germany might not be something most people choose to do while on vacation. For some, the mere thought is too much. We attended Oktoberfest in Munich and made a conscious decision to visit. First, I am a firm believer that to understand the world, you must understand its history….
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Sun Studio – The Birth Place of Rock & Roll
Sun Studio is considered the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll and the career backbone for renowned artists like Elvis, Roy Orbison, B.B. King, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Johnny Cash. Located in Memphis, Tennessee, Sun Records is a must-see location for music lovers. And you can tour the actual studio where many of these artists recorded…
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The Shocking Way To Colonia Uruguay from Argentina
Colonia Uruguay, otherwise known as Colonia del Sacramento Uruguay, is a small city in southwestern Uruguay. One of the oldest towns, it faces Buenos Aires, Argentina, and is easily accessible. Almost every seasoned traveler visiting Buenos Aires will take on a trip to Uruguay. Whether it’s to check out the art deco buildings, colonial homes,…
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Rio de Janeiro Brazil – The Complete Guide
I know a lot of people who’ve been to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Everyone who has been to Brazil gets excited when they talk about it, especially Brazilian food. The downside is that Brazil has a reputation for being unsanitary and dangerous. So, let’s talk about taking advantage of everything that Brazil has to offer…
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Travel to Argentina – What You Need to Know
Travel to Argentina was a natural choice for us, given that we were in Brazil. As I mentioned, I enjoy multiple-location trips using multiple one-way flights. Argentina’s main draw for us is the resting place of Eva Peron (Evita). Eva’s story has captivated me for some time. I wanted to see where she lived, where…
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Europe | Global | Historical
Castle Howard – Yorkshires Brideshead Revisited
Located in York, northern England, is Castle Howard. Despite its name, it is not a traditional castle. Castles are fortified structures to defend against attacks, but the term “castle” is often part of an English estate home’s name. Likewise, the term castle is standard when a building sits on a prior castle site. Castle Howard…
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The Red Room Bogota Colombia
The Red Room Bogota is one of the bars in Bogota that we were fortunate enough to experience. I will post a review on all the places that we ate and drank in Bogota, Colombia, but the Red Room Bogota deserves its own article – even if just for the photos. This post may contain…
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Florida | America | Global | Small Towns
Bartow Florida – A Sleepy Town Making a Comeback
Located in Polk County, referred to as the “City of Oaks and Azaleas,” Bartow, Florida, is unheard of by most. Like many small towns, the first appearance is the same: the classical main street, a four-way stop, the local courthouse, and the silence of empty storefronts. As you arrive on a Saturday, finding parking on…
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Florida | America | Global | Theme Parks
Amphicars at Disney Springs – Cars That Drive On Water!
What are the amphicars at Disney Springs? If you’ve visited Disney Springs recently and been to the Boat House, you’ve likely seen the amphicars – the cars driving on the lake. Yes, automobiles that operate on water. Or a car that becomes a boat once on the water. Often referred to as “cars that swim.”…
