The Emerald Isle is incredible, not only because its people are unquestionably the most hospitable in the world, but because its natural, historical, and cultural landscape are unbeatable. Here are some of the places in Ireland that every human needs to visit. Trust me, they'll take your breath away. Giant's Causeway At the end of the northern tip of...

The first half of 2020 was full of music and fun, let’s see what surprise events Ecuador has for us wanderers in the latter half of the year. July The Paseo del Chagra In the Andean highlands, the chagras (Ecuadorian cowboys) abide, immersed in a life that is quiet and sometimes wild and lonely, herding cows and other animals through mountain passes....

Have you ever walked into a museum, excited to see the installation acclaimed by Conde Nast as ‘mesmerizing’, or a “curatorial tour de force’ by The Art Newspaper? Only to find yourself, 20 minutes later, glazed over, rocking listlessly in front of what you thought was a blazing critique on our throwaway culture of fast fashion, then realizing it was just...

One summer, I went to Europe for 12 days. I had been hitting up the gym for months, eating super healthy and was generally feeling really good about myself. But then I got to Budapest and it was like I had amnesia, I had forgotten how to eat healthily. There was no sprouted bread or sweet potatoes to make up for my carb cravings. Breakfast at the hotels...

Peru is full of celebrations, ones that  commemorate its Catholic history, honor its Incan roots, and revel in its cultural diversity. Here, we highlight some of our favorite Peruvian events. If you can attend any of them or all of them, you’re sure to find yourself closer to the joy, pride, and passion of Peru’s people. We've got tons of Exclusive Private...

Besides being a nature lover’s haven and the perfect destination for leisurely strolls down cobblestone streets to catch glimpses of incredible colonial architecture and stunning landscapes, Ecuador is truly a hub for cultural events. Music and festivals are a huge part of Ecuadorian day-to-day life. Throughout the year, locals find many reasons to...

When you think Carnival, you might picture Rio - feathery headdresses, colorful costumes and non-stop parties. But the reaches of Carnival go much further than Brazil. And even though Rio's Carnival has international acclaim, there are tons of bucket list-worthy Carnivals in so many destinations. In some cities, Carnival is a one-day event and in others,...

Two weeks ago, I was walking by a local pizzeria and the owner came out to chat (my kid is a lady magnet). Next thing you know, we were talking about our travels in Costa Rica. "C'est le Paradis!" she kept repeating. "It's virgin, it's not polluted, it's quiet, it's absolutely beautiful and I can't wait to go back." The feeling is mutual. When I first...

I didn't go on an eco-tourism trip to Costa Rica with the hopes of getting out of my comfort zone. What I wanted to get out of was the nine to five work routine. I wanted to do something meaningful. And of course, I wanted to bathe in waterfalls and hike in rainforests, meet new people and practice Spanish. But we don't always get what we want, and...

I've made so many mistakes while traveling. It's embarrassing. My lowest low was without a doubt in Nicaragua, back in my early traveling days. I forgot to book a cab to take me to the bus station, it was 2 am, and I had no phone and no ride. Stranded and desperate, I knocked on a parked car's door, pleading with the driver to take me to the bus station,...