When I learned that the Ice Castles were opening up a new East Coast location in Upstate New York a few years ago, I immediately began planning a trip. I mean, with thousands of icicles that are hand-placed by professional ice artists to form tunnels, sculptures, slides, caves, and fountains, and then lit by LED …
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Located three hours from Los Angeles at the junction of the Colorado and Mojave Deserts, Joshua Tree, California is a haven for those who love art and the outdoors. And despite what you may have heard, this little desert town has so much to more offer beyond its National Park. It’s vibrant, thriving, weird in …
Ever wanted to watch the sunrise from above the clouds? Or folic across a black sand beach surrounded by the most beautiful sea cliffs? Does a scenic drive home to dozens of roadside waterfalls pique your interest? If you answered yes to any of these questions, a trip to the island of Maui, Hawai’i should …
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Many Americans are embarking on domestic vacations this week, and according to Forbes, the greatest anticipated travel trend for 2021 is a surge in domestic and “staycation” travel. As we explore the picturesque towns, idyllic countrysides, and beautiful landscapes of the United States, doing our best to consider and reduce the social and environmental impacts …
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One of our favorite ways to explore new cities is to pick a neighborhood and take ourselves on a walking tour. With 50+ vibrant murals adorning residential buildings and walkable streets dotted with old-growth trees, Lodhi Art District in New Delhi, India is the perfect area to spend an afternoon doing just that. We rounded up our favorite street art from the area below, in hopes to convince you to position Lodhi Colony high on your New Delhi bucket list.
From crystal clear waters to mountainous jungle landscapes, Jamaica is the quintessential Caribbean paradise. For an island roughly the size of Connecticut, this rocky oasis offers endless adventures. After spending a week driving all over Jamrock, and we are already plotting our return! If you’re in the market for an epic Jamaica road trip, we’ve …
We visited New Delhi over Aleah’s spring break. Temperatures were high, but braving the heat was absolutely worth it because New Delhi’s ancient architecture simply blew us away. Below are the highlights from our four days in the city. -Day 1- -Make a trip to Agrasen ki Baoli, a step well thought to be originally …
Teotihuacan is definitely one of Mexico City’s largest tourist attractions and for good reason. Upon approaching these ancient ruins your mind will immediately start wandering, as you ponder what it must have been like when the city was thriving. The most interesting thing to me about places like this is often the speculation of it …
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Mexico City is vast and sprawling, and hosts 8.85 million residents in a 570 square mile metropolis. This beautiful, bustling city has endless night life, food, and art to discover, in addition to one of the largest city parks in the western hemisphere, Bosque de Chapultepec. From the street tacos to little sidewalk cafes, you …
The beautiful attraction that is Grutas Tolantongo is without a doubt Mexico’s best kept secret. This quasi-resort was built by Mexicans, for Mexicans and must be seen to be believed. Grutas Tolantongo is nestled in a remote box canyon three and half hours north of Mexico City, and offers both amenities and authenticity. This destination …
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