New Yorkers! Need a small break from New York City living? Looking for an easy and refreshing New York getaway? Consider one of these wonderful day trips from NYC. From small New York towns to natural wonders – there is so much for us to explore just 1-2 hours from Manhattan. And if you don’t…
I grew up watching my grandfather chew tobacco and smoke Dominican cigars. I have fond memories seeing him sitting under a tree, wearing a grey hat, and listening to the radio as he smoked. He was a man of simple pleasures, and the art of Dominican tobacco made him very happy. And thus, I grew…
Travelers worldwide flock to the lights and grandeur of the Las Vegas Strip. With its luxurious hotels, swanky clubs, and fabulous shows, those who visit rarely leave disappointed. However, others who look past the glitzy glamour will find an entirely different experience. Visitors to this region can enjoy spectacular hikes near Las Vegas, go kayaking,…
Acadia National Park lies among the coniferous north woods of Maine’s easternmost coast. This isolation often allows Acadia to escape the minds of adventure seekers and national park travel enthusiasts. However, despite being a “hidden” New England gem, Acadia National park still draws upwards of 3.5 million visitors per year. In fact, Acadia National Park…
Merhaba, fellow explorers! Are you planning to visit the beautiful metropolitan city of Izmir located on Turkey’s stunning Aegean coast? If so, this is your guide to the top things to do in Izmir for first-time travelers. As a bonus, we’ve also added must-do day trips from Izmir! First-time traveler to Turkey? Don’t miss our…
The Hudson Valley is brimming with hiking trails, waterfalls, and many other outdoor excursions that can help nourish our quarantined souls. Due to our new socially distanced way of living and the understandable limitations on travel, New Yorkers are now looking for socially distanced outdoor activities near New York City. And what better way to…
Goya Foods products have been famously used by many Latinos around the world, especially for their packets of sofrito, blended spices (like adobo), and other seasonings with emblematic flavors such as cilantro and garlic. But now, many are seeking alternatives to Goya products after the company’s CEO, Roberto Unanue praised President Trump at a White…
Welcome to the beautiful and vibrant city of Santiago de los Caballeros, the second-largest in the Dominican Republic. Famously nicknamed as “La Ciudad Corazón” (the heartland city) and historically known as the first “Santiago” of the Western Hemisphere (there are so many). The city was founded in 1495, as the first wave of European colonization…
Turkey is one of those special countries that leaves a traveler yearning to see more. Visitors can easily spend over a month exploring the country’s landscapes, history, and culture by train, bus, plane, and ferry. In collaboration with expert travel bloggers, we’ve compiled a bucket list of the best places to visit in Turkey to…
Located on Maine’s eastern coast, Bar Harbor offers eager visitors plenty to do while spending summer in New England. The city has long been known and continues to uphold its reputation as a hub of New England culture, cuisine, and comfort. The northern Maine city also offers access to Acadia National Park and is often…