As I descended from the surface with my guide, I felt as if I had entered another world — almost as if I was in a dream. I was scuba diving in a man-made pool and with each passing moment,…
These days, I meet an increasing number of people interested in what I call “transformative travel,” or journeys that combine inner and outer exploration, and provide you with a new perspective. For those travelers, I always suggest a trip to…
Tucked between Italy and Croatia in central Europe, Slovenia is a compact country that packs a punch. Despite its size — it’s slightly smaller than New Jersey — the country offers an astounding variety of landscapes. With towering alpine peaks,…
The great outdoors is still calling, even with winter in full swing. While solid outdoor gear can often come with a hefty price tag, right now, REI is hosting a special end-of-year savings event to ensure you have everything you…
The holidays have come and gone, and now that you’ve generously treated your loved ones to some thoughtful gifts, who could blame you for wanting to snag a present for yourself before the end of the year? If you have…
In the seven years since Saudi Arabia officially announced Vision 2030an ambitious economic diversification program aiming to transform the Gulf nation into a global powerhouse, many things have changed. Notably, the country opened up to global tourism in 2019, opening…
From his first Great Plains-inspired, Prairie-style buildings to the quiet serenity of Falling waterFrank Lloyd Wright defined American architecture during his seven-decade-long career with his innovative designs. Throughout his lifetime, Wright created 1,114 architectural works532 of which were actually constructed.…
Cruising down Highway 288, the rhythm of the city and chaos of the roads interrupted what I’d hoped would be a peaceful precursor to the wellness retreat my partner and I were en route to. A cacophony of blaring horns…
Luxury cruise line Seabourn is celebrating the end of the year with up to 15 percent off hundreds of cruises across the world, making a 2025 or 2026 trip a tempting prospect. The company’s annual “Sail of the Year” sale…
I called my son, but nothing could tear him away from the window of our turboprop plane. Even though we were at 20,000 feet, the turquoise water below was so clear he could practically spot schools of fish. This trip…
