Alaska is a vast state, and deciding where to visit and what to do there can be challenging. Here are the Top 10 places to explore, including national parks, small coastal towns, and ideal wildlife viewing spots. Can't you hear the moose, bears, and eagles calling you?

Despite its small size, Costa Rica hosts many ecosystems, including rainforests, cloud forests, dry forests, mangroves, and coastal marine. The southern Pacific coast region is less traveled. You’ll find expansive (and empty) beaches, pristine rainforests, wildlife-filled mangrove wetlands, and more. Pure Vida!

For our 40th anniversary, my husband and I decided to go on a resort vacation. We wouldn’t be tourists with a busy itinerary. For a change, we’d stay in one place and enjoy good food, a beach or pool, a lowkey yet welcoming environment, and each other. Here’s how and why we chose Puerto Rico for our resort destination.

Every third store in Bruges is a chocolatier with truffles, pralines, bars, and more piled high in windows—real works of art. And they taste as good as they look.

What goes into creating Keukenhof Gardens? A lot.

These gardens are stunning, but open to the public for just a brief time each year. Get some planning tips for spring 2025 or later.

Bruges is a UNESCO World Heritage site offering canals, medieval architecture, cobblestoned streets, museums, and more. Here are the top 10 sites, activities, and foods to enjoy on your first visit to the city’s historic center.

Portugal is a fascinating country that should be at the top of your travel bucket list. It has some of the same distinctions Italy boasts including unique cities, charming small towns surrounded by beautiful countryside, great food and wine, and more. And, it’s still a bit of a secret so over-tourism is not an issue…yet.

Ecotourism is focused on conservation, sustainability, community engagement, responsible travel practices, and ethical wildlife viewing. And it’s not just for hippies and backpackers. It’s for everyone—singles, couples, and families. Wealthy or budget-minded. You can stay in hostels or 5-star lodging. Hike every day or be pampered at a spa.

Jet lag is the bane of long-distance travelers. Here are 10 tips to do during your flight and on the first few days of your trip to lessen the impact.

For first-time cruisers, here are a few reasons why you might want to consider taking a cruise and some helpful tips for making you look and feel like an experienced cruiser.

From bustling cities to quaint villages, Portugal offers something for everyone. Relax while enjoying its rich history, stunning landscapes, and amazing food. With so many options, how do you pick where to go and what to see? Here are our top 10 must-see destinations.

Traveling light when heading to Europe is essential. Those cobblestoned cities and villages are fun to experience, but not when you’re experiencing ‘baggage overload.’ Learn about the reality as well as the benefits of leaving some stuff at home when you pack light.

A college friend announced her retirement sparking a girls-only beach vacation to the Delaware shore. The area offers a lot including white sandy beaches, great restaurants and bars, and the opportunity for some good old-fashioned R&R.

Experience ecotourism and La Pura Vida (the pure life) in Costa Rica! Activities abound in the northern region in Arenal and Monteverde. Where else can you find unspoiled rainforests, therapeutic hot springs, and adventure sports like ziplining through the forest canopy? Plus, don’t you want to see monkeys and sloths in their natural habitat?

Along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, there are several villages and towns you don’t want to miss. In Doolin, Dingle, Glengarriff, and Kinsale, you’ll find authentic Irish music, pub culture, great food, forts, castles, and/or nature at its best (scenic hikes, gardens, and the seashore). Experience the windswept Ireland you’ve read about and seen in photos and travel guides.

Thinking of traveling with friends? What does a trip look like—including destination, activity level, and daily experiences—that everyone will enjoy? Here are some great tips to use when deciding where to go and what to do when you get there.

Arizona is an ideal travel destination for hikers and nature lovers. It’s also a great place for deep-sky enthusiasts. Our top pics include the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Sedona, Camelback Mountain, the Flagstaff area, and more.

Barcelona has become a top travel destination in recent years because of its vibrancy, great food, unique art and architecture, and so much more. There’s much to see and do in the city and Catalonia region, but here are 5 of our favorites.

Boston’s Italian-American North End offers 90+ small Italian restaurants within walking distance of popular downtown visitor sites.

Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way offers rolling hills, low stone walls dividing fields, sheep farms, desolate sandy beaches, archeological sites, and more.