Why Is New York So Ugly?
There are parts of New York that are beautiful; my favorites include the art-deco oasis that is Rockefeller Center and the brilliantly designed Brooklyn Bridge Park. But too much of the city is grimy,...
View ArticleWalking Safari in Northern Kenya
"Kait, please stand there, beneath that acacia tree," Tilas, our guide for this early-morning walking safari, instructed my daughter. "Jackson, you must stand over there, beneath that acacia tree," he...
View ArticleTravel Hack: How to Save Hundreds On Your Flights to Europe by Buying Two...
Stop! Don't book that $1,000 flight to Lisbon before you hear about this travel hack that can save you hundreds on your flights to Europe! OK, so you want to go to Europe, but you don't want to spend a...
View Article9 Totally Weird Holiday Traditions Around the World
There are hundreds of holiday traditions around the globe, many of which you've probably never heard of -- the giant goat made of hay (Sweden), the witch that brings candy (Italy), the burning pile of...
View ArticleMonomania! Guy Savoy Opens 'L'Huitrade'
Guy Savoy's "3 oysters in a cold preparation" Photo Credit: Laurence Mouton There are many places in Paris where you can eat oysters. It seems to be one of the most typical things to do when people...
View ArticleHassle-free Holiday Air Travel Tips
Now that you've survived the dreaded Thanksgiving travel weekend, it's time to start preparing for the next busiest period: year-end travel. And though Christmas doesn't see the same volume of...
View ArticleAmerica's Best Streets for Christmas Lights
By: Matt Meltzer Credit: Flickr/orbeckst Kinda like how the Fourth of July gets neighbors together in a "friendly" competition to see who can almost blow their houses up with the coolest fireworks, so,...
View ArticleSmall Screen Escapes: Ideal Getaways for Our Favorite TV Characters
By Kristen McKenzie, HotelsCombined.com Is it just us, or does Scandal's Olivia Pope really need a vacation? When the poor gal's not burning the candle at both ends sorting out other people's...
View ArticleFrom Joy to Despair to Spring, the Five Stages of Winter
By Helen Anne Travis Yay, it's winter! Oh god, it's winter. Here's Global Yodel's take on the coldest season of the year. Stage 1: Excitement Snowboarding, skiing, sledding, ice skating, hockey,...
View ArticleThe Incredible History of Buffalo, NY In 5 Minutes
Co-authored by The Herd Report 43 North, the world's largest business idea competition, has released an awesome new video chronicling the amazing history of Buffalo NY. The video titled "Next Things...
View ArticleTravel Tips: Exotic Food and Solar Power
Whether it is clothing, travel accessories or gadgets, I am constantly bombarded with all things travel. But this month, only two awesome products have earned by stamp of approval. Try the World One...
View ArticleHoliday Events in Washington, D.C.
Washington D.C. delivers the quintessential American Christmas. While there isn't always snow on the ground, good cheer abounds. No city better reflects the spirits of America from its very beginnings...
View Article6 Stunning U.S. Mini-Moon Getaways for Newlyweds
Don't have enough vacation days or funds for that ultimate honeymoon getaway to Paris or Bora Bora? A shorter "mini-moon" trip can still be extremely rewarding and unforgettable. Read about six...
View Article5 Reasons To STAY Retired Overseas
Why retire overseas? That's a personal decision and everyone has a different reason for doing it. Photo: Hugo Ghiara, InternationalLiving.com And once you are happily living overseas, take it from us,...
View ArticleOn Pilgrimage in India
In my early 20s, I went on pilgrimage in India with my Tibetan grandmother and uncle. We traveled to the places where the Buddha walked, driving mile after hot dusty mile through the vast countryside,...
View Article14 Ski Resort Events Delivering Holiday Cheer This Season
'Tis the season for skiing powder! Oh, and the holidays are upon us as well. I'd rather bury my head in the snow than deal with shopping and, luckily, there are some festive events taking place at ski...
View ArticleRoute 66, Ride for the Relay, Day 10
September 15, 2014 - from Kingman, Arizona to Barstow, California I woke up in Kingman with a very heavy heart and had the feeling that everything about this trip had changed. Jen had put an ad on...
View ArticleMost Fabulous Holiday Theme Park Attractions
World of Color Winter Dreams in Disneyland Anaheim (Photo Credit: Flickr/Anna Fox) For families, the holidays can be an emotional rollercoaster -- which may be all the more reason to embrace the chaos...
View ArticleGet Down to the Business of Owning the Road in the 2015 Dodge Challenger with...
Want to turn heads this holiday season, get yourself into a 2015 Dodge Challenger. Or if you want to be the most loved person on the planet, perhaps buy that special someone the 2015 Dodge Challenger....
View ArticleHow To Shop and Eat Your Way Through Austin in Just One Day
Over the last several years, Austin has become an increasingly popular place to live and visit--and it's no surprise why. The city boasts incredible live music, a booming tech scene, and a ton of...
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