I took an overnight ferry to Finland in a premium cabin for $333. I'd do this trip again, but ideally on a nicer ship.

Aug 15, 2024 • 6 min read

If your idea of Spain is eating paella, dancing flamenco, and improving your Spanish, Catalonia might surprise you.

Virgin Voyages has launched a new itinerary category, the Marvelous Voyages, to launch in 2026, including two first-ever Eclipse Voyages, which offer travelers the opportunity to observe the 2026 full solar eclipse onboard. 

It's easy to appreciate the enormity of a skyscraper as it's being built in plain sight, each floor constructed atop the one below — but what about a cruise ship? The newest megaships are just as massive lengthwise as skyscrapers are tall, and they're equally complex. But you never see cruise ships being built on-site at a cruise port.

Even though Vienna won’t be hosting a Taylor Swift concert this week, it’s still getting a tourism boost from her fans.

It would be easy to argue that a cruise is the best way to see Asia, especially for first-time visitors to the region. Many cruise lines build robust itineraries designed to visit as many bucket-list destinations as possible across numerous countries. From the bustling streets of Tokyo and the tranquil waters of Vietnam's Ha Long Bay to the ancient temples in Cambodia and street food vendors of Singapore, cruising allows travelers to uncover the richness of Asia with ease and comfort.

School was out, and we were in holiday mode. Buzzing with excitement, we headed to Heathrow Airport, our destination, Dallas, where my sister, husband, and three teenage daughters live.

The Nordic countries are well known for their stunning natural landscapes, but they also offer unique urban sanctuaries that provide an ideal blend of culture, nature and mindfulness. From serene sculpture parks to tranquil botanical gardens, here are some of the most captivating mindful retreats in Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden.

Singapore has been recrowned as the country with the world’s most powerful passport in 2024.

Wife carrying championships, wine marathon and lake leaping contest top alternative summer sports Brits want to travel to Mud Olympics in Germany, Hobby Horse Championships in Finland and famous British Cheese rolling also feature on the list

When 2020 hit with all of its uncertainties, I knew there was no better time to start van life.

Martha's Vineyard, an island 7 miles off the coast of Massachusetts, has been a popular summer destination for years. The island, which sees as many as 200,000 people each summer, is known for its beautiful scenery and selection of mom-and-pop shops.