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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…

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,…

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…

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!

It's dubbed "The Natural State" for a reason: the gorgeous nature in places like the Ozarks. Also of note: music festivals, Ozark folk traditions, thermal waters of Hot Springs and…

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.

Money makes the world go around - as all of us go around the world! Here are the ins and outs of currency exchange, credit/debit cards, travelers checks, and more. So haul out your calculator and crack your…

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…

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…

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.

A great destination for lovers of Americana (particularly Appalachian), nature (especially caves galore), horses (in Lexington and Lousiville, home of the Kentucky Derby), and bourbon (visit Jim Beam, hic!).

Natural beauty, beaches, folklore, historic sites -- the southernmost of the Baltics has it all (not to mention one of the world's great basketball teams!). 

This safe and (relatively) enlightened Persian Gulf sultanate is an under-the-radar travel gem, from the walled city, souk and museums of capital Muscat to eco/adventure along the coast and out in its desert and…

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

Nothing to do with Borat, Central Asia's largest country (and the world's 9th largest) has some historic sites and dynamic cities like Almaty and Astana but touristically is stronger in the eco…

Better known as a football (soccer) force than tourist destination, this peaceful central African land has been referred to as "Africa in miniature," especially offering some stunning eco, including superb game…

Diminutive, yes, but packed with action both outdoorsy/active & cultural/sophisticated.

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.

Though poor and underdeveloped, this West African country offers the adventurous some extraordinary off-the-beaten-track experiences -- cultural, eco, and of course the haunting, legendary city of Timbuktu.

Though politically/economically still a mess, these days Zim's calm; finally rid of the Mugabe dictatorship; and holding its own touristically, with soft adventure, a wealth of wildlife, and impressive sites like…