Cultural Crossroads

27/04/2024

"When there's a hill to climb, don't think that waiting will make it smaller." ~ H. Jackson Brown

Photo from a tour of Greece.

18/04/2024

If you've traveled around Europe, you can easily begin to create a mental list of favorite train stations. And least favorite!

How did the most popular train stations you've visited fare?

08/04/2024

"We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm, and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open." ~ Jawaharlal Nehru

03/04/2024

When we think of hiking destinations, India isn't necessarily top-of-mind. But maybe it should be! Check out these amazing hikes:

As these top treks prove, the terrain encountered during a hiking odyssey in India is as diverse as the cultural fabric that weaves this extraordinary nation together.

30/03/2024

“All of those cars were once just a dream in somebody's head." ~ Peter Gabriel

Photo courtesy of the Trabi Museum in Berlin, which we have visited many times!

18/03/2024

"Diverse landscapes are Chile's biggest asset. Traveling around this long, narrow country, you'll be greeted by an ever-shifting panorama of rolling vineyards, dazzling lakes, towering volcanoes, deep fjords, high grasslands and sprawling salt flats. To do this terrain justice, you really need a set of wheels."

Yes, please! 🚍

These top road trips in Chile will take you to vineyards, volcanoes, bone-dry deserts and serene lakes.

15/03/2024

“All things fade into the storied past, and in a little while are shrouded in oblivion.” ~ Marcus Aurelius

Photo from one of our wonderful tours of Greece.

06/03/2024

This is a fascinating article - with many sites right in our own backyard!

There are plenty of great pre-historic archeological sites in the USA to explore, from the Four Corners to the Mounds of the Mississippi.

29/02/2024

“No road is long with good company.” ~ Turkish proverb

21/02/2024

Earlier this month, we suggested a Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired road trip. But if you prefer to leave the driving to someone else, consider this...!

While flight is the quickest form of travel, trains show you the world in a slower, more scenic fashion.

13/02/2024

“Sometimes all you need is a great friend and a tank of gas.” ~ Thelma & Louise

Photo from one of our tours of Cuba.

05/02/2024

Road trip, anyone? This one would take us across the country and seven states (AZ, AL, CA, IL, PA, IA, OH)!

Here are 10 Frank Lloyd Wright-designed homes you can see for yourself.

29/01/2024

"Everyone likes birds. What wild creature is more accessible to our eyes and ears, as close to us and everyone in the world, as universal as a bird?" ~ David Attenborough

22/01/2024

"...there's something undeniably thrilling about the whole experience. It floods your senses and tugs at your emotions. You're ensconced in this rich red velvet and gold setting, surrounded by spectators dressed to impress, with this electric expectation hanging in the air. Finally, when the voices begin to soar, there's this communal sense of awe before you're swept away into another world."

Instead of the usual €100-300 price tag for a night at Teatro alla Scala in Milan, you can get a ticket for under €15. Here's how...

18/01/2024

When you travel, are you Team Backpack, Purse, F***y Pack, Satchel, or Cargo Shorts? 👜💼🎒

15/01/2024

Sign us up for the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - "America’s Railroad.” We'll also rent a car to enjoy all the views along the Million Dollar Highway. It seems like there's endless beauty in Silverton, CO!

Locals share where to stay, shop, and play in the remote mountain town.

02/01/2024

"We may seem competent, but by the end of next century there will be new deserts, new ruins." ~ Edward Bond

Photo from a tour of Greece.

26/12/2023

Bring 🐶or 🐱 on your next road trip - and check out the amenities at these pet-friendly hotels!

Planning a beach vacation with your furry friend? These pet-friendly hotels on the Oregon Coast offer the ideal setting for a wonderful getaway.

21/12/2023

What's your best guess as to what these clay figurines would eventually become?

12/12/2023

If you're still looking for a winter break...

"Winter is considered to be the town’s off-season, but if you like to ski and ice climb, winter is the time to visit.

"Both Brill and Jespersen say winter is their favorite season in Silverton. 'A lot of people that live here during the winter have ended up here through years of migration; [they] found this place that is the skiing Mecca, and have tried to put roots down just because of the skiing,' said Jespersen. Brill notes that 'you can count on snow” in Silverton, thanks to the town’s high elevation, and that you can “find discounts on lodging in the winter months.'

Locals share where to stay, shop, and play in the remote mountain town.

05/12/2023

“The more I traveled the more I realized that fear makes strangers of people who should be friends” ~ Shirley MacLaine

03/12/2023

This article describes a "cap" of 20,000 daily visitors to the Acropolis, but other websites say the average daily numbers range from 17,000-23,000. So, on some days it's more like a scheduling system to even out the foot traffic and minimize damage to the monument. 👏

Read the article for more info on how Athens is trying to develop year-round tourism and make sites more accessible too!

Starting on September 4, a limited number of daily visitors will be permitted to enter Greece’s historic monument of the Acropolis, as the respective authorities try to put a strap on mass tourism. According to Lina Mendoni, the Culture Minister, daily visitors to the Athens monument will be limit...

25/11/2023

There are some places that make your lifespan feel miniscule and recent. Loughcrew Cairns in Ireland are estimated to date from about 3300 BC.

19/11/2023

How about this: we'll read all winter, then visit literary festivals all around the world! Sound like a plan? 🥰🌎📚

Whether you’re an author, a reader, or an aspiring writer—these events are all about celebrating the written word.

08/11/2023

"I love the sea's sounds and the way it reflects the sky. The colours that shimmer across its surface are unbelievable." ~ John Dyer

Photo from one of our tours of Greece.

04/11/2023

Many of us are conscious of how our wanderlust affects the environment and the communities we visit. Here are some great tips on how to be a more responsible traveler:

Going green doesn't always mean sacrificing creature comforts; there are ways to enjoy eco-tourism and eco-travel.

25/10/2023

“If I had to name the biggest difference between Bhutan and the rest of the world, I could do it in one word, civility.” ~ Linda Leaming, author

19/10/2023

Sometimes, it's the "little" details that can make you anxious to travel. That's why traveling with a group or reading these kinds of tips from Fodor's Travel are great ways to ease your concerns!

Fodor's provides expert travel content worth exploring so you can dream up your next trip. The world is a weird and wonderful place—we want to show you around.

14/10/2023

Dining en plein air in Antarctica - what a thrill of the senses!

04/10/2023

While this list is in chronological order, we think Vermont still shines the best! (We're just a little biased!)

Calling all leaf-peepers.