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What Is a Travel Visa? And When Do You Need One?
Practical

What Is a Travel Visa? And When Do You Need One?

Depending on where you’re traveling, a travel or tourist visa may be essential to enter your destination. Find out how to apply for a tourist visa, and why overstaying your visa is a bad idea.
Pilgrimage Routes: 3 Epic Trails Around the Globe
Worldwide

Pilgrimage Routes: 3 Epic Trails Around the Globe

Join our nomads as they walk the Kumano Kodo in Japan, Via Francigena in western Europe, and Adam’s Peak in Sri Lanka, basking in tranquility and history, and meditating on the power of nature.
5 of the Best Places to Kayak Around the US
United States

5 of the Best Places to Kayak Around the US

Exploring by kayak offers access to places you can’t reach by car or on foot and up-close encounters with wildlife. Our nomads share their favorite kayaking adventures around the country.
4 Great US Snow Adventures for Non-Skiers
United States

4 Great US Snow Adventures for Non-Skiers

Not a skier? Not a problem. These fun and memorable winter activities will get you out in the snowy wilderness all over the United States.

4 of the Best Places for Mountain Biking in the US
United States

4 of the Best Places for Mountain Biking in the US

The sport of mountain biking originated in the United States, so it’s no surprise that there are endless great places to ride here, whatever your skill level. Our nomads share their favorites around the country.
Best Places to Hike in the US Every Month of the Year
United States

Best Places to Hike in the US Every Month of the Year

The United States offers fantastic hiking every month of the year. Our nomads share their favorites – from easy day trips to multi-day treks – that let you enjoy the best of the seasons and the regions while avoiding the crowds.
The Best USA Islands to Escape to this Summer
United States

The Best USA Islands to Escape to this Summer

Craving crowd-free serenity? Longing for pristine beaches? Fascinated by wildife, nature, and history? These gorgeous archipelagos just off the US coast are exactly what you need.

How COVID-19 Is Helping Us Rediscover Domestic Travel
Worldwide

How COVID-19 Is Helping Us Rediscover Domestic Travel

Our nomads share where they were planning to go this year, where they’re going instead, and why it will still be amazing.
Why These 3 Caribbean Museums Are Worth a Visit | Travel
Caribbean

Why These 3 Caribbean Museums Are Worth a Visit | Travel

From celebrating the richness of Caribbean culture to reckoning with the past, these museums offer a unique take on the region’s heritage.
5 Unforgettable Experiences in the Caribbean
Caribbean

5 Unforgettable Experiences in the Caribbean

From restoring a coral reef in Bonaire, to finding a secret surf spot in Panama, to learning how to bomba dance in Puerto Rico, these nomads share their most indelible moments.
Caribbean Festivals: Nomads Share Their Favorites
Caribbean

Caribbean Festivals: Nomads Share Their Favorites

From a Maypole festival in Nicaragua to Trinidad's famed Carnival, these celebrations highlight the region’s food, music, and diverse culture.
5 Worthwhile Places to Visit in Poland Beyond Krakow
Poland

5 Worthwhile Places to Visit in Poland Beyond Krakow

There's plenty of local culture, natural beauty, and epic architecture to discover off the beaten path in towns like Chocolow, Sanok, and Zamosc.
4 US Museums Worth a Special Trip
United States

4 US Museums Worth a Special Trip

From a 20-story homage to New York street art, to a humble memorial to Navajo war heroes, these museums offer unique insights into American culture.
Underrated USA: 8 Cities Making a Comeback
United States

Underrated USA: 8 Cities Making a Comeback

If you think cities like Detroit, Oakland, or Oklahoma City are derelict, scary, or dull, think again. Our nomads share eight misunderstood cities that are worth a visit.
US Festivals: Nomads Share Their Favorite Unique Celebrations
United States

US Festivals: Nomads Share Their Favorite Unique Celebrations

A winter festival centered around a dead guy. A gathering of poetic cowboys. A huge marionette set ablaze. These are just a few of the weird and wonderful events happening around the US.

4 Amazing US Parks You Probably Didn’t Know About
United States

4 Amazing US Parks You Probably Didn’t Know About

Get gorgeous scenery without the crowds in Goblin Valley, the North Cascades, the Great Sand Dunes, and the Buffalo National River.
Unforgettable Mexico: 3 Key Experiences to Seek Out
Mexico

Unforgettable Mexico: 3 Key Experiences to Seek Out

From getting in the ring at a Lucha Libre match to exploring the Yucatán's fairy tale-pink lakes, our nomads share their most indelible adventures.
4 of Mexico's Most Underrated Cities and Towns
Mexico

4 of Mexico's Most Underrated Cities and Towns

Maybe you’ve never considered visiting Zacatecas or Xcalak. Maybe, when you hear "Chihuahua," you only think of tiny dogs. Here’s why our nomads think these towns are worth a look.
Colonial Mexico: 7 Standout Cities and Towns
Mexico

Colonial Mexico: 7 Standout Cities and Towns

Mexico’s colonial-era cities are rightly famous for their ornate, well-preserved historic centers. Our nomads share a few of their favorites.
Cuba Discoveries: Hidden Cuba
Cuba

Cuba Discoveries: Hidden Cuba

Experience a world of contrasts in Cuba as we go to the fishing town of Jaimanitas, on the outskirts of Havana.
Cuba Discoveries: Exploring Trinidad
Cuba

Cuba Discoveries: Exploring Trinidad

Discover the romantic streets of Trinidad as we explore the magic of this old town on the south coast of Cuba.
Cuba Discoveries: The Local Drink of Cuba
Cuba

Cuba Discoveries: The Local Drink of Cuba

Travel to Trinidad, Cuba and go behind the scenes at a local restaurant to find out how to make the country's national drink, the Canchanchara.
WATCH: Cuba Discoveries: The Music and Rhythm of Cuba
Cuba

WATCH: Cuba Discoveries: The Music and Rhythm of Cuba

Discover the magic of Havana and Trinidad through the eyes of our local insider in this episode of our Cuba Discoveries series.
10 Ways You Can Become A More Sustainable Scuba Diver
Responsible Travel - Planet

10 Ways You Can Become A More Sustainable Scuba Diver

Here are some easy ways to minimise impact to the planet while diving; from choosing the right operator to not feeding the fish and watching your waste.