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Solomon Islands Crafts and Markets
The Solomon Islands has one of the richest material cultures in the Pacific. Long before tourist souvenir shops, Solomon Islanders created objects of great beauty and spiritual significance with many of these traditions continuing today. For traveler...
Shopping in Austria: What to Buy That You Can't Find Anywhere Else in the World
For a country of roughly nine million people, Austria does not come up short with unique finds that are locally crafted and produced. Whether shopping in Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck, or Graz, this is an opportunity to discover far more interesting tr...
South America Shopping Guide: What to Buy in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru
South America is a great destination for shopping, particularly if you are interested in things that are produced locally rather than imported and relabelled. Brazil, Colombia, and Peru stand out for the quality and authenticity of what they offe...
Grocery Shopping in Puerto Rico: Costco, Walmart, and Local Markets
One of the advantages of Puerto Rico being a US territory is that you can find Costco, Walmart, and other mainland retail chains (if that is your preference). But understanding the full grocery landscape, including local options can expose you to man...
Is Algeria Safe for American Travelers in 2026?
Many people associate Algeria with the civil conflict of the 1990s called the "Black Decade" or Algerian Civil War but that era is over. But, modern Algeria, while not without challenges, is safer than its reputation would suggest. Current US Sta...
The Church Nightclub in Denver, Colorado
Denver's Capitol Hill neighborhood hosts a nightclub called The Church Nightclub, or locally known as "The Church", though originally built as St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in 1865. However, since 1996, it has been repurposed as a nightclub with weekly...
Meet Hector El Protector on the Island of Culebra
If you are a fan of Thomas Dambo and his Trolls, then you cannot miss "Hector El Protector" on your next visit to Puerto Rico! On the island of Culebra off the coast of the main island of Puerto Rico, is Hector El Protector, technically the se...
Avoid the $45 TSA non-compliance fee by getting a REAL ID
If you have upcoming summer travel plans in the United States, here is what travelers need to know before heading to the airport. Right now, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is tightening enforcement around REAL ID compliance, which m...
The Buckhorn Exchange: Denver's Oldest Restaurant and Its Wild History
Denver has no shortage of great restaurants, but none of them come close to matching the history of the Buckhorn Exchange. Open since 1893, it's the oldest restaurant in Denver, Colorado, and one of the most unusual dining experiences.
Mobile Passport Control: The Free App Every US Citizen Should Have on Their Phone Before Flying Home
Imagine you just landed at Denver International Airport, your patience is waning, and you need to get out of the airport. So, you pull out your phone, tap an app, submit your declaration in 30 seconds, and walk to a separate, nearly empty line. A...
Why Europeans and Americans Keep Going Back to the Philippines
The question isn't why people visit the Philippines. The question is why so many Europeans and Americans visit once and keep coming back. 1. No Language Barrier The Philippines has two official languages: Filipino (Tagalog) and English. English h...
Best Time to Visit Tonga: Whale Season, Cyclones, and Year-Round Weather Guide
The Kingdom of Tonga (also known as the Friendly Islands) is over 170 islands in the South Pacific. The Kingdom of Tonga has a tropical climate and is influenced by the trade winds, with two distinct seasons that affect what you can see and do while ...