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HIDDEN GEMS| 4 OFF THE BEATEN PATH MEXICAN DESTINATIONS
Mexico is famous for being one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. From the beaches to the food, to the culture, to its history, Mexico has it all. In addition to the many known wonders of Mexico, there are also many more off the beaten path...
Get Connected | 4 Locations To Help Quiet a Restless Spirit
In these days and times where the average person’s attention span is only 8 seconds and where we are bombarded by advertising, social media, negative news stories, and the stresses of everyday life at every turn, how can we remain feeling truly connected in real life?...
Oh, The Air Up There | Mountaineering, Is It For You?
Mountaineering is a type of climbing and can include a variety of terrains such as rock, snow, ice, and dirt among other terrains, to reach a summit (the mountain top). Mountaineering climbs range from short day trips to multi-day or multi-week trips and sometimes as...
Top 5 Countries For White Water Rafting
As someone who embraces off the beaten path forms of travel and “adventurous” outdoor experiences and someone who refuses to be limited by societal norms and standards of me based on my gender and race, I bring you five countries that boast the best white water...
The Ring of Fire | What You Need To Know Before You Go
Before we talk about traveling to or near the "Ring of Fire," we need to understand what the ring of fire is. National Geographic says "the ring of fire is home to 75% of the world's active volcanoes and 90% of its earthquakes." The ring of fire also known as the...
The Elders | Four World Cultures That Celebrate Aging and Why We Should Too
In a world that glorifies the new, is youth-obsessed, and is always looking at what's next, it is a rare thing to find a culture that loves and reveres the elderly and even more prizes them and their contributions highly. Elderly people are now claiming back their...
How To Travel With Kids Without Losing Your Mind
Source: kali9 / Getty When I was a new parent the thought of traveling with children made me cringe. I remember going on vacations with friends or with my boo and observing other travelers with their children who were losing their minds. Screaming, crying,...
Off The Beaten Path Japan | Five Travel Destinations You Should Explore
Japan is one of the most incredible countries in the world on multiple levels. The culture, the food, the technology, and of course the people are alone enough reasons to visit. But the country itself is truly fascinating and mysterious. Whether you want to visit some...
Not A Polyglot? 6 Reasons Travelers Should Level Up Their Language Skills
Language, beyond the obvious use as the primary communication mechanism between people, is one of the most important parts of culture globally. Language carries reference and meanings beyond itself. The meanings in the language characterize the culture of a particular...