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Isle of Staffa: Add This Magical Island to Your Scotland Itinerary

In the distance, you see a tiny island of black rock *cue dramatic music.* Your boat closes in and the land looks odd, like a wall of columns carved from stone. In the sheer cliff face is an even darker…

Tikal: Explore Mayan Ruins in Guatemala

A sea of lush green dotted with islands of carved stone, mist rising from the jungle and carrying the sound of bird calls skyward. The scene at the top of Temple IV in Tikal is one I’ll never forget. As…

Trip Report: Road Trip Around Arizona, USA

It’s hard to describe the feeling of open space in Arizona. The feeling of being on another planet, where all the familiar scenery of home is missing. Instead you see red rock, blue sky, and a few scrubby plants. And…

15 Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Honolulu

If you’ve ever thought about visiting Hawaii, you probably know it’s expensive. Getting there takes a long flight, and when you arrive the hotels and restaurants are not cheap. But there is hope for the budget traveler! There are lots…