I’d never heard of the Ha Giang Loop in Vietnam before visiting Southeast Asia, but as soon as I landed, I started hearing rumblings of its glory. One by one, travelers I met sang praises about the ...

I’m the kind of traveler who needs to feel prepared for any situation. I’ll be honest — this has led to a chronic overpacking issue. Nevertheless, I always end ...

We’re well into fall in Denver, with an Oktoberfest celebration and the final weekend for several Denver-area farmers markets. I round up the best weekend events in Denver and surrounding areas. So be ...

Most of the best things to do in Northern California aren’t even in San Francisco — they’re a day trip away. I’m a San Francisco local, and I’ve spent my entire life exploring (and falling in love ...

I’m a Washington DC local. There are so many things to do here, but if you’ve never been before, it can be hard to know where to begin your trip-planning process. Although, DC is full of distinct ...

There are five main ways to get around Chicago: public transportation, driving, rideshares (Ubers, Lyfts, and taxis), walking, and biking. Public transportation is by far the most popular method for ...

Taking day trips from London is an amazing way to see unique sites without straying too far outside of the city. There are so many fun things to do in London, but several other exciting destinations ...

I’ve traveled all across the US and Buffalo, New York is one of my favorite places on the East Coast. First-time visitors should stay downtown and specifically, at The Mansion on Delaware Avenue. This ...

I recently found myself in a pickle flying standby from San Francisco to San Diego. When I couldn’t make a single flight to SD for a family reunion in Carlsbad, I changed course to Los Angeles. I ...

I’m surprised it took me so long to make a trip to Puerto Rico, considering its close flight proximity to New York City. I finally visited the island in February for a last-minute, thrown- together ...

You’ve probably heard the phrase “hostel etiquette” if you’ve stayed in a hostel before. These are the unspoken rules that most travelers try to abide by in order to be a good guest. Some hostel ...

My daughter and I lived in the Dominican Republic for almost two years. The country’s slogan goes like this: “The Dominican Republic has it all.” After exploring the DR’s many attractions from white ...