Destinations
The 10 Most Visited Cities of 2015
Based on ticket purchasing, souvenir purchases, and travel spending data, the Global Destination Cities Index ranks the most-visited cities around the world. Have you been to any of these cities this year? Will you be visiting later this year? 1. London 2. Bangkok 3. Paris 4. Dubai 5. Istanbul 6. New York 7. Singapore 8.…
Read MoreBest Sunrises and Sunsets in America
Today marks the summer solstice and one of the longest days of the year for the Northern Hemisphere! Many spots around North America are the best of the best for striking sunrises and sunsets. Orbitz has highlighted its favorites in the first ever Sunny Awards. Best lunar-like Sunrise: Maui, HI Best Great Lakes Sunset: Saugatuck,…
Read MoreLonely Planet's Top 10 World Cities
Lonely Planet has released its list of Top 10 Cities for 2015, ranging from large, well-known cities to lesser-know, smaller towns. Whether you’ve heard of them or not, the cities on this list are must-sees for your next vacations. Toronto, Chennai, Vienna, Salisbury, UK, and Plovdiv, Bulgaria were ranked #10-6, respectively, with Valletta, Malta, Zermatt,…
Read MoreNational Parks Track Visitors, Improve Services
In efforts to better understand tourists’ habits and improve provided services, various national parks across the country are utilizing movement tracking systems. Various parks are hoping that tracking visitors’ movements will help them not only to understand effects on the ecosystem but also to better provide necessary services and infrastructure, such as trails, restrooms, and parking…
Read MoreLonely Planet Names Best Spot in Europe
Lonely Planet has released its “10 Best Places in Europe” list this week, naming a variety of up-and-coming destinations for travelers to consider visiting. These spots are often overlooked or known by locals but not by tourists. While it can be wonderful to explore the capital cities and see the touristy sites, consider checking out…
Read MoreThe Best All-American Vacations
While many are planning European vacations this summer due to the favorable exchange rate, you might still want to consider exploring the many amazing destinations that the U.S. has to offer. Travel Channel has ranked the best all-American vacation options for you to check out this summer. Florida Keys Overseas Highway Redwood National and State…
Read MoreDestination Hawaii: What to Do on Oahu
Many of us are dreaming of a destination vacation to Hawaii, and rumor has it that the Obamas plan to head to the islands for a Christmas getaway. Whether you have the local expertise like Barack Obama has, or are looking for some recommendations, Oahu has a lot to offer. Be sure to check out…
Read MoreDraws for Art Aficionados in Malaga
The city of Malaga, Andalucia, Spain has been growing as a center of art over the past few decades. Known by many for its thirty museums, “golden-age” architecture, and for being the birth place of Pablo Picasso, Malaga has many sights to offer for visitors. The Picasso Museum and Casa Natal celebrate the artist’s upbringing…
Read MoreTop UNESCO Heritage Sites in Spain
If you’re interested in planning a trip to Europe and are looking forward to seeing a variety of UNESCO World Heritage sites, Spain may be a great place for you to visit. Spain is home to 44 UNESCO sites, ranking third in the world for the most heritage sites. From La Alhambra in Granada to…
Read MoreVacations Built to Look Like Hollywood Movies
Janne Honkanen, owner of luxury travel company Luxury Action, is offering a custom-designed travel opportunity called the “Hollywood Experience.” If you’ve ever watched a movie and wished that it was real life, this might be the vacation for you. A client comes up with a “literary or visual narrative” similar to that of a Hollywood…
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