When it comes to destinations for long weekend getaways in the western U.S. with a healthy combination of active pursuits and a dose of luxury, there are lots of usual suspects. For west coasters, it’s Palm Springs, wine country, Tahoe, Santa Barbara, Bend, Hood River, and Whistler. For mountain-staters, it’s Park City, Jackson Hole, Sedona, Telluride, ... [Read more]
With some of the most disturbing and tragic histories of any buildings in the US, asylums and hospitals are way beyond creepy. Many of them were built in the late 1800s, when "mental illnesses" (such as masturbation, menopause, and teenage rebellion) were considered dangerous enough to lock someone in an asylum. A pain-inflicting misunderstanding of mental ... [Read more]
Prague is a city with an exciting mixture of contemporary cosmopolitanism and medieval architecture, where lively bars and traditional beer halls fuse together in the old town. If you’re in Prague just for three days, you will have ample time to discover the highlights of the city. Take along this three days in Prague itinerary, and enjoy the best of ... [Read more]
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]
Recommended destinations for parents whose teens would rather be grounded than go on a vacation with the family. Parents of hard-to-please, moody teens take heart. There really are family-friendly resorts and cruises where mom and dad can co-exist with their independence-craving, alternative-minded, sports-crazed kids. As the mother of a teenage boy, I have ... [Read more]
No matter where you live in the world, there are countless places around you that can offer pristine sights and incredible experiences. Let’s take all of the things to do in New Mexico for example. Such a unique place is bound to hold secrets just waiting to be discovered. Why don’t we find out for ourselves what this place has to offer? Join us as ... [Read more]
