Backpackers Guide to Southeast Asia
Thanks to its rich tapestry of cultures and traditions, amazing natural beauty and vibrant cities, Southeast Asia is a bucket-list trip for many travelers. Here’s how to plan, including packing tips.
World Tourism Day Celebrates the Power of Travel
Sept. 27 is World Tourism Day, acknowledging and celebrating the power of travel and tourism to change lives. That includes the potential to foster global understanding and promote peace. Which is why the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has named this year’s theme: “Tourism and Peace”. The World Committee on Tourism Ethics (WCTE) welcomed the announcement,
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Top Ten Most Beautiful Beaches in Europe
Summer rarely ends at these top ten most beautiful beaches in Europe. Greece and Spain top the list with several entries each in this “top ten”, but there are other picturesque and memorable beaches in Croatia, France and England. All offer sand, sea and sun, and also budget prices, especially off-season. Some are quiet hideaways,
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Planning for 2024/25 Ski/Snowboard Season
This past ski/snowboard season was a winner, with late season storms and record visits. As happens every summer, the resorts we love are busy upgrading trails, adding new snowmaking, new lifts and pass deals, and ski clubs already are signing up members for organized trips. Here’s what to know now about the 2024/25 season, so
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Opening Dates for 2024/25 Ski/Snowboard Resorts
Of course it depends on the snow, but these are the projected opening dates of our favorite ski/snowboard resorts in the USA and Canada. I’m ready to get on a chairlift again – are you? In alphabetical order by state, followed by Canada, by province. If you are thinking about a season pass – multi-resort
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Best Free Things To Do in New York City
Whether you are a NYC native like me, moved here recently, or a visitor experiencing the greatest city on the planet, these are the best FREE things to do in New York City. This list offers something for everybody, including FREE museums and sightseeing, FREE guided tours, FREE tickets to late night TV shows,
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5 Must Visit National Parks in Europe
Where to go next: Consider these national parks in Europe as a great escape, with open spaces for peaceful vistas or challenging hiking trails for exercise and adventure.
Los Angeles Gears Up for 2028 Olympics
Paris is so yesterday. Now that the torch has been passed, let’s look at what Los Angeles is planning for the 2028 Olympic Games, including making it an eco-friendly car-free experience. This will be the third time the City of Angels hosts the games – 1932, 1984 were the previous times. This will be the
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Where to Go Next: Bora Bora, Tahiti
Here’s why you should put Tahiti on your bucket list, especially it’s most famous island, Bora Bora. It sparkles with its diverse marine life, rugged mountain landscapes thick with colorful flowers and deep green trees, and luxurious glass-floored bungalows that seem to float over pristine turquoise lagoons.
Remembering Dennis Hopper, Taos, “Easy Rider”, Hippies and Harleys
From the Archives – In honor of the 55th anniversary of the release of “Easy Rider” in July 1969, we are republishing this article including my interview with Dennis Hopper about the film, the movie motorcycles and his post-Hollywood life as an artist and photographer. In May 2009, exactly one year before Dennis Hopper passed away
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