Destinations

California, Oregon and Washington State – they’re all about the beautiful sights and the good times. Landscapes that are like nowhere else, and range tremendously, from the very southern portion of the U.S. border, to the very northern tip where we meet with Canada. Each of which is absolutely worth seeing.

By Bethaney Wallace

The Seychelles islands form an archipelago off the southeastern coast of the African continent. The islands are home to some of the world’s most pristine environments and unique species; they are also home to white sand beaches, tropical rainforests and mountains.

By Ashley Rayner

When you imagine badlands, the mind goes to alien looking formations, minimal vegetations, fascinating colors and other geological forms. Badlands are actually a type of dry terrain where softer sedimentary rocks and clay-rich soils have been extensively eroded by wind and water.

By Lindsay MacNevin

Lost islands are the stuff of adventure movies and ancient tales, but some actually did exist. Others were only alive in imagination or because someone mistook them for another place. Do you know any of these islands?

By Patrick J. Kiger

Kent is a home county bordering Greater London to the northwest, Surrey to the west and East Sussex to the southwest. It has been home to Canterbury Cathedral since the 6th century. It is known as “The Garden of England” due to its abundant fruit and hop gardens.

By Tammy Landry

Before we arrived in Budapest there was one thing we wanted to do, and that was to visit the legendary, unique ruin bars. What’s a ruin bar you may ask? Ruin bars are basically bars that have opened up in….you guessed it, ruined buildings and courtyards.

By Flashpacking Duo

For the ultimate paradise experience, head to theses 10 pristine getaways filled with tropical wonders. In a world of underwater coral gardens teeming with marine wildlife and lush tropical rainforests, the islands of the Caribbean are some of the most cherished natural wonders in the world.

By Sara Whitford

Cremation in Japan is pretty much a nationwide tradition. That means you may have to wait days or weeks before your loved one is cremated. What to do in the meantime?

By Kate Kershner

Would you pay $200 to drive an asphalt roller or a bulldozer? Lots of adults would — that's why there's Diggerland XL.

By Dave Roos

With so many things to see and do in the amazing city of Budapest, you don’t want to be wasting any of your time walking here, there, and everywhere, just to get to your required destination.

By Flashpacking Duo

Scrumptious strudel, filling goulash soup and sweet Tokaj wine are just some of the amazing Hungarian delicacies we were fortunate to try on a Taste Hungary culinary walking tour.

By Flashpacking Duo

Prague was one of the few cities in Europe to be spared from bombing during WWII, making it one of the most precious and well-preserved historical spots in the world.

By Sara Whitford

Located in Volusia County, Florida, Daytona Beach is a city with a population of a little over 60,000 people. It is also the principle city of the Fun Coast region of Florida.

By Tammy Landry

Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world, consisting of over 18,000 islands with 6,000 of them inhabited. 240 million people live in Indonesia making it the fourth most populated country in the world and the largest in Southeast Asia.

By Flashpacking Duo

When traveling to new places, rather than staying in chain hotels which rarely have no charm or character we always try and find accommodation that has history attached to it and can tell a story.

By Flashpacking Duo

You know the saying: when in Rome, do as the Romans do. As travelers, we know this is true in any city we visit, including the Windy City.

By Ashley Rayner

From base-jumping and snowboarding to canyoning and bouldering, check out these beautiful natural spots where adrenaline junkies get their daily fix of death-defying stunts. Ranging from extreme to family friendly, get ready for the adventure of a lifetime at the 10 best spots around the world. 10.

By Sara Whitford

It seems like everyone and their dog is flocking to Croatia these days, and for good reason; this country is has everything- beaches, nightlife, history, culture, scenery… all at a relatively low price. So naturally, it is hard to find a time of the year when Croatia is not overwhelmed with tourists.

By Brea Elford

The next time you’re planning one of your Grand American Adventures, why not consider heading south of the border? While few countries might be able to offer the sheer geographic diversity of a country the size of the USA, you may be surprised what’s out there.

By Flashpacking Duo

Caribbean cuisine has plenty of influences to thank for their amazing culinary creations, including cuisines such as African, East Indian and European. In spite of all these influences though the Caribbean has brought its own gastronomy to the table and produces dishes that are both simple and satisfying.

By Lindsay MacNevin

There are traditional hotels the world over, from inexpensive motels to five-star luxury resorts offering a spread of classic services. For some, a clean room, comfortable bed, and a few valuable services are ideal but for those with a wild side and a definitive sense of adventure, something more unexampled is in the cards.

By Susie Stauffer

In a country filled to bursting with medieval villages, charming towns, idyllic small cities, and gorgeous scenery, it’s tough to narrow down a list of the 10 best places to visit. We’ve left out the big cities, of course, as they’ve got enough lists of their own.

By Kirsten Schlewitz

The all-inclusive resort, where throngs of tourists convene to enjoy all the food, drink and sunshine they can handle. As wonderful as it sounds, there are a few things you should know before rushing to book that really cheap vacation package.

By Lindsay MacNevin

Many of the peoples of Central America were prolific builders and empire-makers; when the Spanish arrived in the 16th century, they found bustling metropolises and impressive monuments.

By Ashley Rayner

Canada is known for some of its incredible National Parks but often what gets overlooked in this great nation are the incredible urban parks that have popped up from coast to coast.

By Lindsay MacNevin