Piled high above the Andes, Quito the capital city of Ecuador is one of the most captivating cities in South America. It doesn’t get the attention it deserves. Most visitors to Ecuador zip through town, having just enough time to catch the next flight to the Galapagos, with no time to explore treasure trove Quito. Trippy user Melissa Curtis was one of ... [Read more]
Looking for a destination that is brimming with history, art, and culture? And close to the best beaches in Chile? Go to Valparaiso, a seaport city about a two-hour drive from Chile’s capital city, Santiago. Here are 5 best things to do in Valparaiso and 3 things to avoid: 1. Visit the historic quarter Because of its unique location as a major port for ... [Read more]
While neighboring countries facing the Adriatic Sea are jam-packed with tourists and is becoming more expensive, there are significant savings to be had if you’re planning to visit Albania. Albania is one of Europe’s lowest-cost destinations and is still a bit off the beaten track. That may change soon. The Greeks ruled Albania, then the ... [Read more]
Norway, one of the northernmost countries in the world, is famous for its fjords, northern lights, midnight sun, mountains, and many other natural wonders. Its capital and largest city, Oslo was named European Green Capital 2019 and is one of Europe’s fastest-growing cities. It’s also one of the most exciting European cities to visit now. Located in ... [Read more]
The tradition of putting body parts on display is almost as old as religion itself. Reliquaries containing the hands, feet, teeth, and other parts of holy people have been touted around the globe for thousands of years. But 20th-century cultural icons and ancient historical figures? Yeah, those get around too. While some are proudly on display, many are ... [Read more]
The beach makes the perfect summer vacation destination, but what about in winter? Check out these five snowy beaches! Beaches don’t need to be warm to be beautiful. 1. Bethany Beach, DEBethany Beach is located in Delaware, and home to the Bethany Beach Boardwalk. This ultimate beach destination might require snowshoes instead of flip flops! 2. ... [Read more]
