Wellness Travel
Luxury at Its Finest in Richmond
Since Virginia Is for Lovers, as the state's motto suggests, plan on falling head over heels in love with your next vacation getaway to Richmond, the capital city of Virginia. Steeped in history, Richmond exudes Southern charm with a modern twist. Having just undergone a recent cultural revival, Richmond is now home to some of the country's finest hotels, along with ...
World’s Best Islands - Top 13
Dreaming of an island getaway? Get inspired with this list of 13 of our best islands. Thirteen travel enthusiasts had their say on what their best islands are! Here’s the list of the world’s best islands. Add them to your bucket list!
1. Cape Breton Island – Canada Recommended by Alannah McEwan, from Itchy Feet Travel Cape Breton is first on our list of ...
1. Cape Breton Island – Canada Recommended by Alannah McEwan, from Itchy Feet Travel Cape Breton is first on our list of ...
5 Summer Getaways in the U.S.
Nothing says summer like planning and packing—and heading out the front door for an all-American adventure. You don’t need a surplus of time or money, just the conviction to finally make it happen this year. There is no shortage of enticements across the United States, from shore to shimmering shore. Here are 5 Summer Getaways we have chosen from Patricia Schultz's recently ...
6 Places You Can Only Go Wearing Mineral Sunscreen
Did you know that regular sunscreen is so harmful that you can’t wear it in certain places? Regular sunscreen contains a chemical called Oxybenzone, which could be toxic to you, but is extremely toxic to coral reefs and marine animals. This means that in certain places, you can’t bring those chemicals in the water.
So, what’s the solution? Mineral ...
Stress Free Travel
Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative, reveals the secrets to stress free travel for a group that’s fun for everyone
We know group travel can get complicated, that’s why Cruise Planners is here to make it easy. By having a travel advisor do the dirty work for you, you’ll avoid worrying about things such as organizing transportation and meals for your large group ...
Get A Good Night’s Sleep On Your Next Trip
Peaceful, restful sleep. For many travelers, it’s the stuff of dreams. But why is getting a good night’s sleep impossible for so many travelers? And what can you do to get a badly needed night’s rest in an unfamiliar place? Well, sleepyhead, we can show you how to get a good night's sleep on vacation. Don’t worry — this article is guaranteed to not have you ...
Go on a Retreat
Why do people go on a retreat? After living at a retreat center in the North Carolina mountains for five years and in India for four, I have seen many people come for reasons that range from the ordinary to the extraordinary. Here are four of the top reasons people go on a retreat:
1. Just Get Away From It All
We all know how hectic the modern world can be. It can seem daunting, as ...
Trip Anxiety
You would think with nearly 30 years of travel under my belt that I wouldn’t still get stressed out prior to a trip. But I do.
It turns out that after conversations with a number of friends, I discovered I wasn’t the only one who has a bit of panic that happens in the days before setting out on an adventure. It's called trip anxiety.
My panic is more of an overwhelming feeling of ...
Staying Healthy on Your Flight
There was once a time when flying was cool. You wanted to be a jetsetter. Today? Not so much. Either we’re getting bigger, or the seats are getting smaller (and our money is on the seats).
More than ever, you must be prepared, especially for lengthy transcontinental or international flights. Looking for tips on staying healthy on your flight? We'll look into how eating ...
Eat Right While Traveling
Travelers commonly complain that they can’t eat healthy. Many share tales of gaining weight on a trip. The good news is that with a little planning and common sense, you can eat right while traveling and maintain the good habits you follow at home. Below are healthy tips to eat right while traveling that we use in our travels. We hope they will help you too.
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