The World's Greatest Vacations

Eight Beautiful Beach Trips from Colombia’s Cartagena!

2012-12-14

Beach bohemians and families alike will find the full gamut of beach getaways in the Caribbean gem of Colombia, ranging from secluded white sandy isles to sleepy fishing villages and gentle bays. Whether you’re on a backpacker’s budget or you desire a more upscale escape, Cartagena, Colombia is your starting point for delightful beach diversity. […]

Six Great Gear Tips for Tech-Savvy Travelers!

2012-12-14

Techno-jetsetters will want to scan this quick edit for smart gear tips when traveling. The downloadable phone tether app was an answer to this curator’s prayer. Bet you’ll find a terrific tip or two worth trying! Read More

Art Lovers Alert: Uncover the Best College Art Museums!

2012-12-14

It’s no surprise that college campuses offer plenty of educational opportunities, but for a select handful, they also feature a treasure trove of priceless art. Check out the best college art museums in the country! Read More

Seeing Lincoln Like He Lived It!

2012-12-14

With the recent release of Steven Spielberg’s movie depicting the Civil War-era Lincoln, there is a renewed interest in historical sites of this time. Here are five favorite destinations the history buff won’t want to miss! Read More

Discover Fabulous Home-Sweet-Hotels for the Holidays!

2012-12-14

Thinking about escaping the humdrum and heading off for a spectacular holiday adventure that offers the perfect pinch of home? Check out these fabulous ho-ho-hotel holiday getaways designed to make you feel right at home! Read More

Atlantic City, Boardwalk, Back in Business and Ready for the Holidays!

2012-12-12

If you watched the news, the images portrayed destruction and devastation at the famous Atlantic City Boardwalk, and beyond. Officials are announcing that the boardwalk is back in business and plans are in place for a bright holiday celebration. Read More

The Big Apple Welcomes Holiday Tourists to Town!

2012-12-12

Despite the effects of Superstorm Sandy, New York City is rolling out the red carpet with traditional holiday fanfare to welcome tourists to the Big Apple. Festivities are in full swing and officials are expecting the traditional flood of tourists for the Christmas and New Year’s season. Read More

Princess adds cruises in Asia

2012-12-12

A rescheduled dry dock is allowing Princess Cruises to add two cruises in the increasingly hot market of Southeast Asia next fall. The 2,570-passenger Diamond Princess will sail round-trip from Singapore on the 10- and 11-day sailings calling at popular ports as well as two places not usually visited by the ship – Penang (Malaysia) […]

22 Hotel Operators Warned by FTC about Resort Fee Charges

2012-12-12

If you’ve ever been caught off guard checking into a resort and finding the rate you were quoted didn’t include a resort fee, you’ll be happy to learn the FTC is cracking down on this practice. Twenty-two operators have been warned to cease this deceptive practice. Read More

Cool Curiosities About Costa Rica!

2012-12-11

You know it is a leading ecotourism destination, but here’s betting there are some cool things about Costa Rica you didn’t know! Check out the six big surprises that might just have you planning a trip here in the future. Read More