Life Changing Trips

The Azores are a group of Portuguese islands located about 1,500 miles off the coast of Lisbon. There are a total of nine volcanic islands: Corvo, Flores, Faial, Graciosa, Pico, Sao Jorge, Terceira, Santa Maria, and Sao Miguel. These islands are all beautiful and each one has something unique to offer. In fact, that is exactly why travelers choose to visit the ...

Tibet is a dreamland for many travelers. Giant snowy mountains, glaciers, endless grasslands, scattered herds of yaks, mysterious monasteries and stupas, and unique culture - this is the image that appears in most traveler’s minds. And what makes this image even more incredible is the altitude - all of this is located high above the sea, between 3000 m and 5000 m, and the highest peaks on the Earth rising up to more than 8000 m. Yes, this is the “Roof of the World”.

In this article, guest contributor Heilwig Jones recounts a calling and a journey that led to a life full of travel. The story covers half the globe and touches on some of the most important aspects of traveling the world, in particular making connections and leaving places better than you found them. Read how Heilwig's experiences led to a career in the travel industry...

Add New Post Save draft Preview (opens in a new tab) Publish Add title Island Hopping Around the Cook Islands The Cook Islands are a chain of 15 tropical islands located in the South Pacific Ocean between her neighbors, French Polynesia (Tahiti) on the East, and the Fiji islands to the West. Lush vegetation, warm blue lagoon waters, secluded white sand beaches, and the charm of her people make The Cook Islands a Paradise. The local greeting is “Kia Orana” meaning, “may you live long.” It should mean, “may you stay long,” because it will be difficult to leave this little corner of paradise.

Traveling on your own is a rewarding experience that everyone should try at least once in their lifetime. Solo travel can allow you to get outside of your comfort zone while creating unforgettable memories. And, solo travel doesn’t mean you’ll be alone the entire time! If you’re up for it, solo travel can be a perfect time to meet new people and create new friendships...

Are you and your partner looking for an exciting way to spend your honeymoon? A road trip through the colonial cities in New England should do the trick. Buckle up for an adventure filled with historical landmarks, ocean views, seafood dinners, and more. My husband and I visited several original patriotic towns for our New England honeymoon road trip, and you can too...

The Galapagos Islands are approximately 559 miles west of South America and sit alongside the equator. In particular, these volcanic islands are a popular travel destination for animal and history lovers. The islands are a province of Ecuador and have a population of 25,000 people. Along with the views, its rich history makes it one of the most spectacular places...

One of the best ways to take in a country is to drive through it. A European road trip offers the opportunity to take in a slower version of Europe than the bustling cities and major tourist stops. You can sit back and enjoy the fantastic views, stop in small towns along the way, and experience local cultures. And to make the planning process a little easier...

The United States has so many beautiful natural parks and campgrounds to explore. No matter where you are in America, it’s likely that there is a fantastic campground with beautiful views nearby. We’ve collected the top five camping destinations for you, so you can start planning your next road trip today. Yosemite National Park, California. Yosemite National...

Staying inside for the last few months has our team of editors and Travel Magazine itching to hit the road. One thing we're noticing is that our planning is getting bigger and bigger with each day that passes. When self-isolation began, we were dreaming of beaches and palm trees. Now, we're finding ourselves imagining big, epic trips that we've always wanted to tick off...