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The friendly, liberal, Scandinavian-influenced "Land of 10,000 Lakes" is also home to some pretty good urban culture (especially in the Twin Cities, Minneapolis and…

A burgeoning phenomenon which can open the door to rich, diverse vacation experiences but also has plenty of pitfalls, especially in the economic downturn. Here we discuss the good, the bad, & the ugly.

This paradisiacal country of 115 islands and atolls (the largest and capital island being Mahé) out in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Africa is, as you'd expect, beach-and-diving heaven. Upscale tourism, a spot of nightlife, &…

Defined as the lifting of paying passengers beyond Earth's atmosphere for essentially recreational purposes, commercial space tourism essentially began in 2001 with the trip of a U.S. financial entrepreneur aboard a…

One of the most secretive, regimented, and closed-off countries on earth, it still makes for a fascinating . if hyper-controlled - visit. Here we discuss the details of how to get there - still tour groups only -…

Once part of the USSR, this small, mountainous republic has an ancient history -- and the monuments, attractions, culture & cuisine of capital Yerevan and beyond to prove it. Tourism's on the upswing, & we guarantee…

Especially in tough times, shady schemes and scams are on the rise. Here you can share info on what's out there to avoid becoming victimized.

A peaceful, French- and Wolof-speaking Muslim country in West Africa, outside capital Dakar are great beaches, nature, village culture and of course most immediately Goree…

With its capital Fort-de-France, this lush, beachy isle may be in the Caribbean, but it's a département of la belle France -- meaning a delicious cultural…

Still a little rough around the edges even now, but with superb diving/snorkeling (Roatán and Utila islands); the great Maya ruins and charming colonial town of…

The state that carries the name of America's most famous river is a bastion of Deep South hospitality, history, and music (Delta blues ring a bell?), with casinos (Biloxi, Tunica) and some great Gulf Shore beaches, to boot!

Like Hong Kong a colonial enclave returned to China (by Portugal, not Britain) in 1999, Macau's best known for its casinos, but it also offers a fascinating mix of Chinese and Portuguese cultures.…

At the Mediterranean's eastern end, this once gradually liberalizing Arab country and up-and-coming travel destination possesses some gems of ancient history, including Aleppo,…

Brutal Taliban misrule dooms tourism in Afghanistan for the foreseeable future. But for the time being, this forum discusses the still amazing sights and culture this mountainous country at the crossroads of…

An oddly-shaped, landlocked country in central/southern Africa, it's a lesser known trove of safari and eco-opportunities. It's also one of the two countries which share magnificent Victoria Falls.…

What are the worst things that have happened to you on your travels? You can help others avoid your mistakes -- or what the heck, just vent, you'll feel so much better!

Europe's newest country (2008) packs a lot into a tiny package: historic sites; eco/adventure'; both laid-back countryside & lively café life; & a vibrant cultural mix where ethnic…

Africa's most populous country is complex, culturally rich, and of course in many ways troubled - some areas aren't safe for foreigners, but that leaves plenty which are, offering rewarding eco, historic sites and community tourism.

The Spice Isle (which includes Carriacou, Petit Martinique, and five other offshore islands) has settled into a quiet, laid-back spot sporting a fetchingly…

A boon not just for folks in recovery but for families, there's a modest but sturdy segment of the travel industry focused on getting their guests intoxicated on the world rather than the sauce.

Home to holy cities Mecca and Medina, Saudi Arabia has had religious tourism for centuries, and now is also opening up to more of the conventional kind. Besides a…

Despotically ruled by one of the world's wealthiest individuals, this small, singular sultanate surrounded by Malaysia (most Bruneians are ethnic Malay) is an eco-powerhouse and an up-and-coming destination in its own right.

Divided into Greek (⅔) and Turkish (⅓) sides, the Mediterranean's third-largest island has its mass-tourism honky-tonk but also some breathtaking historic sites, beaches, and more.

The onetime eastern half of Czechoslovakia has come into its own, with its welcoming and happening capital Bratislava and a plethora of parklands, folklore, ancient towns, and castles.