Does the word “underrated” have such a negative connotation that seeing it within a travel review is enough to remove the country, resort, or destination from your “must see” list? Time to change your tune, say nomads who actively seek out places deemed underrated because they know from experience that these spots are fabulous. Need more info about what underrated truly means? How about these…
The travel media is agog over Belize for myriad reasons, all of which can be found on the Placencia Peninsula where summer escapes are sublime. If you’re seeking the ultimate amount of bliss—no matter your vacation style—this lush, 16-mile-long finger of land is so unique, you won’t be tempted to compare your visit to typical beach vacations you’ve “settled for” in the past. In fact,…
What’s your travel MO? Do you identify with vacationers whose sole desire is sipping cocktails from a poolside lounge chair or do you want to fill your itinerary with so many activities, taking breaks must be programmed into your schedule? Folks belonging to the first category need no advice! On the other hand, if you belong in the second category, you may wonder why you…
If you’re so wild about primates, you rarely check out bears, giraffes, and big cats when visiting zoos, there’s a biological reason for the attraction: Apes are so much like us, we identify with some of their characteristics. Whether you’re enthralled with chimps, orangutans, gorillas, or other species members, you’ll notice that their mannerisms are identical to ours, and like people, they maintain intense relationships…
Political candidates aren’t the only beneficiaries of successful elections. You may not realize that showing up at the ballot box delivers economic, and environmental benefits thanks to collective actions taken on behalf of an active voting public. Did you know that people who vote are directly linked to higher education, higher earnings, and a decline in risky behaviors? Talk about harnessing power! It’s fun to…
Mother/daughter dynamics are powerful reminders that genetics count. Regardless of age or geography, unique shared traits irrevocably tie these two generations together via shared empathic brain chemistry, a tendency toward emotional mirroring, and the love that only this bond engenders. While you may call these connections nothing more than chemistry, some mother/daughter relationships can be stressful—especially for girls who are independent spirits. But in the…
If you’re heading to Belize this summer, we’ve got 5 recommendations for “can’t miss” spots guaranteed to delight and impress based on endless recommendations from tourists who are not shy about expressing their opinions. You’ll likely join this universe – even if you don’t get to every one! 1. The Belize Barrier Reef. Astronauts spot it from the stratosphere but seeing it up close can…
A disturbing headline just popped up on myriad travel websites, and if you’re planning a family trip abroad, you’ll want to factor in this news: Tourist pickpocking incidents have surged in Italy, Portugal, The United Kingdom, France, Spain, and The Netherlands over the past few years. If you already worry about the escalating costs associated with taking your clan to these nations, consider following in…
Most historians attribute the phrase, “Go west, young man, go west,” to Horace Greeley, the 1865 editor of the New York Daily Tribune. Others insist that the real author coined the phrase 14 years earlier. His name is John Babson Lane Soule, and if you’re a trivia buff, store both names within the recesses of your brain to verify your expertise. If the idea of…
Does the process of planning an overseas trip make you feel so edgy, that just getting started feels intimidating? Perhaps you haven’t found the right guide for the job, because once you settle on a trustworthy one, you’ll find that there’s no need to calm your nerves. Every step you take will not only give you confidence but boost your mental health, writes National Geographic…