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Here’s What It Was Like To Travel While Black During Jim Crow

It’s hard to go anywhere and not run into Black travelers. Every year, more African Americans explore destinations further away from their homes. For some, travel and wellness have become synonymous. It’s a major part of many Black millennials and Gen-Z Americans’ lives. However, the road for Black people to travel freely in the US… Continue reading Here’s What It Was Like To Travel While Black During Jim Crow

Everything You Need To Know about Costco Travel Packages

Costco isn't just for saving on necessities—you can save on travel, too.

24 Wellness Experiences to Book in 2024

From yoga retreats to high-tech spas and everything in between.

I Sailed on the Longest Luxury River Cruise in the World — Here's What It Was Like

A cultural ritual in Varanasi, 15 days in Bangladesh, and incredible wildlife spotting opportunities were among the trip's highlights.

This Small, Luxurious Expedition Ship Takes Adventurers on the Amazon River in Search of Pink Dolphins and Stunning Scenery

On an expedition from Rio de Janeiro to the depths of the Amazon, one intrepid writer discovers moments of joy, both big and small, aboard the Seabourn Venture.

The 8 Coolest Train Trips You Can Take

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19 Photo-Worthy Travel Outfits

Considered, comfortable, and perfectly packable

9 Brilliant Packing And In-Flight Tips From Flight Attendants

Save yourself from disaster with this easy-to-follow guidance.

The statistics prove it – America is the greatest country in the world for tourists

It was either Mark Twain or Benjamin Disraeli who came up with the adage about “lies, damned lies, and statistics”, and the possible unreliability of big numbers used to bolster otherwise flimsy arguments. Twain once declared that he took the phrase from the former British prime minister, even though it does not appear in Disraeli’s papers, and the...

These 54 Abandoned Places Are Some of the Most Beautiful Spots in the World

Learn the haunting backstories. Though apocalyptic, there's something beautiful about abandoned places. The clocks have stopped ticking and there's not a soul in sight, but the shell of what used to be remains. Abandoned places show us what happens without consistent human upkeep—and perhaps what could even happen to the places we love and frequent. These spots are haunting, and there is a mysterious beauty in neglect. The following locations (albeit somewhat weathered over time), are some of the most striking we've ever seen. Read on to see the most beautiful abandoned places in the world—and learn their backstories. You'll almost feel voyeuristic looking at them, like you're witnessing a very intimate piece of someone else's life.

The Best Economy Seat To Book For A Long-Haul Flight

Premium upgrades aren't in most people's budgets, but there are key ways to maximize comfort with your economy cabin seat choice. View Entire Post ›

Mix of Nomadic Cooking and 3 Days Living in Nature and Mountains as a Nomad Woman

Kend Işleri ♧ Village Affairs IRAN Nomadic Life! Mix of Nomad Cooking 3 Days of Living as Nomads Woman in the Grassland and Nature of North of Iran Mountains Cooking Delicious Lamb Broth at top of the Mountains and Building Nomad Shelter which we Call Pori ( Some kind of Shelter) Hope you will enjoy it. nomad life cooking Lamb Recipe Whole Lamb Recipe Abgoosht Recipe Lamb Broth Recipe Cooking Lamb Broth Village Hard Life Nomad Life Iran Rural Recipe Easy Recipes Village Recipes Delicious Recipes Easy Cooking Relaxing Video Cooking in Village This Video has been shot in Astara City based in Iran-Azerbaijan border. We going to show you Lifestyle And Delicious Recipes of the Village. Please Subscribe to our Channel to Support us! 🙏🙏🙏👇👇👇 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCACMj8dGJg2V1puXYghluZw?sub_confirmation=1 Contact: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/village_affairs?=nametag #kendişleri #nomadiclife #lambrecipe #LambBroth Here is my latest videos link ; Ghormeh Sabzi! Lamb Meat and Vegetables Turned to Delicious Lamb Stew https://youtu.be/sEgyA21mTHE IRAN Nomad Life Secrets and Making Home made Butter From Yogurt https://youtu.be/ZGyT8nZ1Iqc Cooking Buried Chicken Under the Pilaf in front of Nomad Shelter https://youtu.be/jxSTU45nILU Nomadic Life in North of Iran & Cooking Bread and Lamb Stew https://youtu.be/hsLJHxIIAMY Meatball Rolls Cooked with Eggplant, Minced Meat and Fresh Vegetables https://youtu.be/6Z1xYT5bJ3I Harvesting Fodder and Cooking Fried Salmon Fish & Bean Pilaf in Village https://youtu.be/u3QWylpDIwE Chickens and Vegetables Fried & Served with Fresh Tandoori Bread in Village https://youtu.be/OeWradtCRoA Stuffed Eggplant's and Potatoes with Tomato Sauce in the Rainy day of the Village https://youtu.be/EGVYRvD8jZQ Cooking Fresh Strawberry jam in our Beautiful Mountain Village https://youtu.be/xfj8fHaRjVE Potato & Mince Meat Turned to Meatballs in Village ♧ IRAN Rural Life in Mountain https://youtu.be/aXx4zAn9Kx4 Making Homemade Cheese and Butter and Cooking Bread in Village https://youtu.be/GpzO9-5Soj4 Cooking Juicy Steak with Meat, Pineapple and Vegetables in the Village https://youtu.be/a3SLQ6kjXFA Taking Cows to the Yaylag (Grassland) through the Rivers and Mountains https://youtu.be/4RBMtr5AT14 Rice Stuffed with Lamb Meat, Raisins and Dried Fruits Cooked in Village https://youtu.be/Fk7ICZeKu_E Gooses Stuffed and Cooked in Tandoor in Beautiful Spring Day of Village https://youtu.be/akMnNayIfJU Cooking Fatir Bread For Fitr Eid and Baking Lavash in Tandoor ♧ Village Cooking Vlog https://youtu.be/643qhipgvRQ

26 Newer Travel Products That Will Make You Feel Like A Genius

This RFID-blocking flat fanny pack is so easily hidden you might even forget you're wearing it yourself. View Entire Post ›

8 things to expect when you travel internationally from the US

Experienced international travelers already know a lot of what awaits, but if you happen to be leaving the U.S. for the very first time, here are several things to expect during your trip.

Travelers share 'impressive' experience exploring one of the world's fastest trains: 'You can see why they call it a bullet train'

"This gives you an idea of the technology that has gone into this." Travelers share 'impressive' experience exploring one of the world's fastest trains: 'You can see why they call it a bullet train' first appeared on The Cool Down.

What to bring camping: Here are the essentials to pack for your next camping trip

It's camping season! Here is a checklist of what to bring camping no matter what type of trip you have planned.

The Immersive Attraction Providing Exhilarating Views of America's Wonders

FlyOver Las Vegas is the latest experience helping to diversify the Strip from its gambling roots.

Most Pet-Friendly Travel Destinations in the U.S.

These Are the Best U.S. National Parks—and They’re Not Even That Crowded

Whether you’re into hiking, camping, birding or biking, there’s a national park for you. To narrow down the options, we systematically crunched the numbers to rank them all, and we bet the top spot will surprise you.

If You Refuse To Pay That Check-In Fee, Here Are 28 Products That’ll Help Turn You Into A Carry-On Traveler

I swear those check-in fees get more and more expensive every year, so it's time we put our foot down and embrace the carry-on lifestyle. View Entire Post ›

I took my kids on the vacation I hated as a girl. Now I get my parents more than ever

Why couldn’t we just go to Disney and sleep in real beds like everyone else?

This Black Women’s Luxury Travel Community Is Bringing 300 Ladies To The ESSENCE Festival Of Culture

Travel Divas started with bus trips to New Orleans and has since traveled far and wide. The community is returning to its roots for ESSENCE Fest in a big way.

Just 26 Comfy Shoes That Might Be The Only Pair You Need For That Upcoming Trip (Aka More Suitcase Space)

Meet your travel footwear MVPs. View Entire Post ›

Gen Z and millennial travelers are going into debt to pay for vacations this summer

Why are younger travelers so excited to travel — and so willing to pay so much for it?

I became a nomad in my 60s and have traveled to 37 countries. I want to show others that international travel is not something to fear in your 60s.

Norman Bour took his first international trip at 62 years old. He now lives abroad, where he feels more fulfilled and financially secure.

There’s no need to tip in Japan. Here’s what else travelers should know.

If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting Japan, now may be the time to go, but here’s what you should know first.

Island Hopping in Puerto Rico – Visiting Vieques and Culebra

The writer was hosted. I’ve spent a lot of time in Puerto Rico, mostly in the well-developed San Juan area, with its high-rise hotels and packs of tourists and cruisers....

A carefree trip with your dog: things that you must know!

During the pandemic, most of us started walking and hiking as never before. Many did so with their faithful four-legged friend. Some people even bought themselves a dog during this period to have company while walking. You probably took the dog with you in the car to your starting point of the hike. This is a good idea! That way your dog doesn't associate the car only with transportation to the vet, where not such pleasant operations usually...

I visit Universal Orlando several times a year. Here are my top 10 tips for first-timers.

Is it worth staying on property? What should you pack? How do you save on snacks? Here are my top tips for visiting Universal Orlando Resort.

Cruise vs. All-Inclusive Resort: Which One Gives You The Best Value for Your Money?

When getting the best value for your money, it's going to come down to what you want to do during your vacation and what you enjoy.

Retired couple from Virginia is traveling to every one of this restaurant chain's locations in the USA

A couple from Virginia is traveling the country to visit every Texas Roadhouse location after falling in love with the chain's "home cooking" and family atmosphere.

Safest destinations for a solo traveler: Tokyo, Stockholm and other memorable vacation spots

Here is a guide to safe and exciting travel destinations for solo travelers, including Reykjavik, Iceland; Tokyo; Wellington, New Zealand; Stockholm and Singapore.

Things you can and can’t pack in hand luggage – from liquids to gadgets

These Vintage Beach Photos Show That Summer Fun Is Timeless

No matter how fast the world changes and technology evolves, nothing will ever take the place of good old-fashioned fun in the sun on the beach.

Exactly what happens to your body when you step onto a plane – and how to stay healthy

Humans never evolved to be transported through the skies in a long metal tube at more than 500 miles per hour, so it’s perhaps unsurprising that aeroplane travel has some pretty unusual effects on our body. A recent scientific study in the journal Thorax made headlines after finding that the cabin pressure at cruising altitude appears to lower bloo...

Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in New York’s Catskills

The region just two hours north of Manhattan beckons with storybook countryside and enchanting towns steeped in creativity.

13 Cheapest Countries To Visit That Travelers Always Skip

These are places that tourists don't consider as much as some of their more popular neighbors.

How to Plan the Ultimate San Francisco Staycation

It’s always cool in San Francisco. Here’s how to play like a tourist without leaving town, and where to find dumplings and tacos between the museums and massages.

If You’re Only Taking A Carry-On For Your Next Trip (And The Thought Is Making You Nervous Sweat), These 30 Things Will Help

No need to pay extra for luggage and then spend time at baggage claim when you can now easily fit what you need into a carry-on. View Entire Post ›

Older walkers warned off overheated Mediterranean as tourism shifts north

For decades, the prospect of hiking along winding, thyme-scented trails on sun-baked Mediterranean islands has lured Britons and others from Europe’s frigid north. But rising temperatures caused by global warming mean swathes of southern Europe are effectively becoming off-limits for walkers in the hottest months of the summer, experts say. The dan...

I quit teaching to become a luxury-travel advisor. Since making the transition, I've learned a lot and grown professionally.

Kaylee Stith, a former teacher, became a travel agent last year. She spoke with BI about her journey and lessons learned in the travel industry.

This Gorgeous Region in Greece Is Where the Greeks Go on Vacation — With Magical Blue Water, Friendly Villages, and Local Food

Take the ultimate road trip unveiling Greece’s best kept secrets.

First Timer's Cheat Sheet: Etiquette & Expectations For Private Jet Flights

How to get the very best out of your private jet flight.

Wi-Fi & Wanderlust: 16 Affordable Places Perfect for the Digital Nomad

The lives of digital nomads epitomize the mix of work and adventure. With the ability to work remotely, these modern wanderers traverse the globe, experiencing new cultures and landscapes while maintaining their careers. Their days might start with a conference call in Bali and end with a sunset over the Mediterranean. Fueled by technology and a desire for freedom, this lifestyle offers endless opportunities for personal and professional growth. Digital nomads thrive on flexibility, choosing destinations that offer vibrant communities, reliable internet, and inspiring environments, redefining the traditional work-life balance in a constantly evolving world.

5 Vacation Destinations That Are Terrible Places To Retire

When it's time to plan your retirement, the world, as they say, is your oyster. But if you are looking to retire in one of these five popular vacation destinations, it's essential to understand the...

Vacationing with friends, but you have different budgets? Here's what to do.

This month's Uncomfortable Conversations About Money tackles the dilemma when you vacation with friends but have different spending styles.

14 HOURS in Deluxe Nightjet Sleeper train: Amsterdam to Vienna

Nightjet's Amsterdam to Vienna service is one of the newest revivals of sleeper train routes in Europe! In the era of "flygskam", or flight shaming, can its deluxe sleeper really provide good value when crossing Europe? I check out my favourite sleeper train operator in this video again: Nightjet is a wonderful service and I hope you'll be a sleeper train convert too!

10 Things You Should Never Pack in Your Personal Item for Flights — and What to Bring Instead From $12

These travel products will save space and keep your belongings properly stored away.

Koa Rothman Shows ‘What Surf Trips Are Actually Like’

Koa Rothman took a different tack than the highlight reel on a trip to Indonesia. "What Surf Trips Are Actually Like" is a few of those in between moments. The post Koa Rothman Shows ‘What Surf Trips Are Actually Like’ first appeared on The Inertia.

Taking a camper van trip to get a whole new perspective on your life

Living the van life offers a unique way to see America. Here’s how Casey Barber did it.