How to Cope with Altitude Sickness While Traveling

In Cusco, at 11,152 feet above sea level, I succumbed to altitude sickness. Nausea, dizziness, and shortness of breath – feelings of impending doom overtook my senses. But it left after 36 hours. Altitude sickness usually happens at 8,000 feet above sea level and above. Not everyone will experience the same symptoms. The most common symptoms include ... [Read more]


Top 10 Scuba Diving Spots in the World

It’s a big world out there waiting to be discovered. But, did you know, water covers about 71 percent of the earth's surface? And if you’re sick of the mundane and want a different type of adventure, you have plenty of options. Why not discover the underwater world like Trippy user Juliette Perrin did. Juliette asked: I am fond of scuba diving, and ... [Read more]


10 Reasons to Visit Tokyo

Tokyo is more than just the capital of Japan. Known for its most punctual and developed railway system, since 1964, riding on Tokyo’s Shinkansen (high-speed trains) has been one of the reasons many visitors get to Tokyo, but Shinkansen is just the icing on the cake. Here are 10 reasons why you should visit Tokyo: 1. Food In an article in The Telegraph, ... [Read more]


One Week Baltic Travel Itinerary for Busy People

Nestled together on the shoreline of the Baltic Sea, the Baltic states are made up of three small countries bordered by Russia, Belarus, Poland, and Kaliningrad (Russia). With UNESCO World Heritage historical centers, architectural splendor, well-preserved cobbled streets and concert halls featuring top-level artists, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, the ... [Read more]


5 Historic Mansions You’ll Want to Visit in Long Island New York

I live in New York City, so I spend much of my time exploring my home turf when not traversing in a foreign land. When I want to get away from the bustle of the city, I take a road trip to Long Island. There is much to see and do there. Did you know that Long Island is divided into four counties? Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau and Suffolk counties. But when one ... [Read more]


The Best Time of Year to Visit Tahiti and French Polynesia!

Tahiti is the most populated island in French Polynesia and the location of its capital. Tourists looking to visit should know that the best time of year to visit Tahiti is between May 1st and October 31st. For those who want to visit during the low season, this extends from November 1st to April 30th. Tahiti offers amazing weather ... [Read more]





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