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You'd be surprised what the USA's smallest state packs in, including some of New England's best beaches (Masquamicutt, Narragansett, and Block…

Mostly rural and these days famously crunchy, the Green Mountain State is full of farms; bed and breakfasts; covered bridges; world-class ski spots; maple sugaring; charming towns like…

This 3-island Mediterranean country (Gozo, Comino, & Malta itself) is a fascinating anomaly -- developed by medieval crusaders & speaking a language akin to Arabic. Good dining & nightlife in capital Valletta, charming villages, great…

The largest island in the Dutch Caribbean and one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean overall has its glitz and bling (dining, shopping, casinos, hopping nightlife), but also budget options and…

For some of us, part of the thrill of different shores is distinctive exteriors and interiors both cutting-edge and historic - yes, build it, and they will come. It´s also inspiring to see what…

Benvinguts tots to the forum devoted to the places, culture, and language of the region that bridges Spain and the south of France, including Valencia, Andorra, the…

Rugged and remote, the Americas' highest (um, highest-altitude) country is another world apart culturally, geographically, and politically. And it can be a budget traveler's dream.…

A trove of unique Americana -- from the music scenes of Nashville and Memphis (jazz/blues and Graceland!) to Gatlinburg/Pigeon…

Sweet home Alabama, where the skies are so blue . and you can dig into plenty of Gulf-Coast beaches; art and other museums; antebellum mansions and other historic sites; plus golf…

A southern charmer with something for every taste, from the historic, elegant cobblestones of Charleston to the sometimes honky-tonkish Myrtle Beach to breeze-swept sea isles like Hilton Head and Kiawah.

One of Eastern Europe's lesser known countries is surprisingly diverse considering its size, from capital Sofia to its mild Black Sea coast (Varna…

A forum for discussions, questions, comments, observations, and more re the world's biggest, most varied continent plus destinations across the Pacific.

Once known as Ceylon, this mostly Buddhist island country in the Indian Ocean has had its share of strife but also charms visitors lovely scenery, historic places, seductive beaches, tasty eats, & friendly…

With wide open spaces, exotic culture, and spectacular nature experiences, the land of Genghis Khan, now a democracy, is gaining ever more notice from discerning travelers. So steppe right up!

Whether for regular long-distance bus service, organized coach tours, or local sightseeing tours, of all forms of transportation these big boxes on wheels usually offer both the best views & rates. Let us count…

One of the Caribbean's more petite isles (just three miles wide!), it's crammed with bodacious beaches, dandy dining & diving, & some of the region's most luxurious resorts.

Green and mountainous, the Granite State boasts good skiing and other outdoorsy pursuits, especially on and around lakes like Winnipesaukee; there's even a sliver of seashore.…

This fabled but troubled Buddhist land was isolated from the outside world from 1962 to 2011; enjoyed a decade or so of political, social, and economic reform including opening to foreign tourists; and since February 2021 has again fallen under a…

Peaceful and covering just over 10,000 square miles (26,000 square km), yet packed with natural beauty and wildlife including mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, 400 bird species, the rare golden monkey and myriad other…

The likes of Las Vegas, Macau, and Atlantic City may be the big icons, but one of the world's biggest businesses, gaming, pulls 'em in all over the globe, from Tunica to…

Much more than your standard isle of Caribbee, with UNESCO World Heritage site volcanic peaks, particularly fetching resorts, great diving, and a culture mixing English and French Creole.

This pair of West Indies isles serves up different vibes: lots of historic sites, resorts, dining & shopping on larger Antigua, barefoot elegance on Barbuda.…

This region has of course tragically been much in the news since the Israeli invasion of Gaza and now depradations in the West Bank. But in recent years around a million tourists…

These 60-some islands are known for superlative boating, angling and diving; funky beach bars; and exclusive resorts. But the BVI''s also have some moderate options, especially on the main island,…