The best music festivals in Arizona
Music festivals in Arizona span from country to electronic to bluegrass and mixed genres for all audiences. These are the 30 best of them all.
Visiting Badlands National Park, South Dakota
Badlands National Park, South Dakota is one of the most distinct parks in the US. Located in the middle of the Northern Great Plains, the Badlands’ 244,000 acres of landscapes include interesting rock formations and grasslands, wildlife, fossils and storied human history.
Visiting San Marino – the least visited country in Europe
San Marino is the fifth smallest country in the world and the least visited in Europe. But as the world’s oldest republic, with incredible views and interesting history, visiting San Marino is worth more than an extra passport stamp. Many people visit the country as a day trip, but there […]
Basotho blankets and Basotho culture in Lesotho
Basotho blankets are a part of everyday life and can be seen all across the country. But the blankets are more than just a way to keep warm – they are woven into every part of Basotho culture.
Bo Kaap’s history – what you need to know about Cape Town’s most Insta-famous neighborhood
They are open to rejuvenation, but fight gentrification. The fight isn’t just about cost, it’s about identity.
The best drones for travel and how to travel with them
Consumer drones are getting smaller and better (and cheaper). At the same time, drool-worthy aerial travel photos are filling up social media. It’s easier than ever to add a drone to your backpack or suitcase, so here are the best drones for travel and everything you need to know about […]
Lekker bru! South African slang and words you need to know in South African languages.
South Africa has 11 official languages and it can be confusing to watch people switch between English, Xhosa, Zulu and more, seamlessly. But South African slang is understood, no matter which languages people speak. These are the 38 South African words and phrases you need to know when visiting the […]
Cape Cross Seal Reserve in Namibia and the dark practice of seal harvesting
Cape Cross Seal Reserve is one of Namibia’s most famous attractions and one of the best places in the world to see seals wild and free. The reserve is home to up to 210,000+ Cape Fur seals during pup season, but they still number in the hundreds of thousands year-round. […]
Visiting Namibia’s barren and desolate Skeleton Coast National Park
Skeleton Coast National Park is one of the largest nature reserves in Namibia, but receives a small number of visits annually. This is likely because it is remote, fairly barren and can have quite tough conditions. It is remote and desolate and one of the coolest places to see in […]
Afrikaburn – Photo gallery and guide to South Africa’s regional burn
Afrikaburn is Africa’s only regional burn. In this in-depth guide, you’ll learn what Afrikabrun is, what to expect, wear and pack (plus a photo gallery!). Afrikaburn 2020 will be April 27th through May 3rd, 2020 and the theme is Afroboratory. Afrikaburn overview (and what is a burn)? Afrikaburn is one of […]
The best festivals in South Africa (and the ones you’ve never heard of)
The diversity of the festivals in South Africa reflects the diversity of the country so rich with diversity in everything from language to arts and culture. You can find anything from a burn in the desert to cultural exhibitions in the city and a music festival to ring in the […]
Travel insurance for Americans (and everyone else too)
Planning a trip and not sure about insurance? Travel insurance for Americans can be especially tricky to decide, depending on your coverage at home and what your credit cards might cover. Plus you are probably already paying premiums at home and think you can probably tough out any illnesses until […]
A London food tour – trying the best restaurants in Soho
Wanting a night out in London’s most vibrant neighborhood? Here are the best restaurants in Soho and how to best experience them all. I know what you’re thinking – a food tour in London?! No way! The UK may not be known for its stand-out cuisine, but the past few […]
Swaziland facts and guide as the country renamed the Kingdom of eSwatini
The small country is known for stunning landscapes and being home to the Big Five, while being no stranger to controversy – most notably as the country with the highest HIV/AIDS and poverty rates in the world and for the king’s many wives and children. An overview of the […]
Rituals of Nyepi day in Bali
Nyepi day in Bali is one of the world’s most interesting New Year celebrations. Marked with purification rituals, parades, demonic statues to be burned, an entire day of silence and a day for forgiveness. Bali will celebrate Nyepi in 2020 on March 25th (the Balinese saka calendar is lunar, so […]
Visiting Chernobyl – 30 years after disaster (with photo gallery)
Visiting Chernobyl is high the list for anyone who is interested in dark tourism, but with its uniqueness and haunting images, it is drawing increasing curiosity among all travelers visiting Ukraine and nearby. Is Chernobyl safe? Can you take a Chernobyl tour? What can you expect? Visiting Chernobyl – what […]
Why you shouldn’t book the cheapest flight you find
Do you always book the cheapest flight you find? That might not be the right move. Flights are cheaper now than ever; and with too many flight search websites to choose from, cheap flights are no longer too hard to find. But have you ever found a flight and thought, […]
What it’s like visiting disputed territory – a visit to Palestine
“Disputed territory” is how the guide preferred to reference the West Bank and Palestine, calling it the most accurate – regardless of your opinions on who’s occupying whom, we know it’s disputed. Yesterday, Secretary of State John Kerry spent 70 minutes expressing, in no uncertain terms, his concerns for viability […]
Four days without a country
And on the 5th day, she was free! This week I headed to Turkmenistan, a country known for visa and other difficulties for tourists. Because of all of the issues that I had read about, I planned to enter on transit visa, booking it through the country in the 5 […]
10 things you need to know before visiting China for the first time
What do you need to know before visiting China for the first time? China is a beautiful and enormous country. Home to your favorite spicy dish and pandas – what more could you want? There is no sugarcoating, though, that China is difficult. The language barrier is high and the […]
Should I travel during the Coronavirus pandemic?
A comprehensive guide to planning whether you should travel during the Coronavirus outbreak. Cheap flights or plans you made ages ago – should you travel?
M3F – McDowell Mountain Music Festival in Arizona
M3F (McDowell Mountain Music Festival) is an annual three-day music fest in downtown Phoenix, where all proceeds go to charity. Here’s what it’s like, the lineup and what you need to know to make the most of your time at M3F. M3F – McDowell Mountain Music Festival M3F has been […]
Innings Festival 2020 review and photo gallery
In Innings Festival’s third year, the annual spring baseball-themed music festival was two days of mostly home runs. From veteran big-leaguers like Dave Matthews Band and Weezer, to surprise international free agents The Struts, with a balk from Death Cab and an All-Star lineup in Left Field, here’s the inside baseball look at Innings Fest 2020.
Innings Festival brings baseball to a music festival in Tempe, Arizona
Innings Festival has become a staple of spring in Arizona, bringing a music festival to the home of Cactus League spring training, with big-name bands AND big-name players. Here’s what it’s like and what you need to know to make the most of your time at Tempe’s Innings Festival.
Baseball and other events and festivals during Cactus League spring training in Arizona
What is there to do in Arizona for spring training, other than games? These are the baseball-related, plus food and music, events and festivals in AZ.
