The Travel Journal

Luxurious details can make any trip feel chic and, somehow, even more relaxing. The cost of first-class flights and five-star accommodations can add up. To fit luxury travel within your budget, upgrade pieces of your vacation, rather than fill the entire trip with upscale elements. Transportation Start (and end) your…

If the thought of sitting by the pool next to your new spouse makes you fidgety, these adventurous honeymoon destinations are for you! Cusco, Peru Take in the museums and markets of Cusco, the beautiful city considered the birthplace of the Incan civilization. In the mountains that surround the city,…

The Pacific Northwest region stretches from Oregon, through Washington and into the Canadian province of British Columbia. Idaho and Montana are also included in the Pacific Northwest region. However, visiting both the seaside attractions of the Pacific coast and inland destinations like Yellowstone National Park is almost impossible in a…

Getting away for a weekend with the girls is a relaxing escape. Whether your friends are looking for spas and brunch or hikes dotted with waterfalls, there’s a city that’s perfect for your next girls’ trip. Get inspired by these girls’ weekend getaway destination ideas. No matter where you choose,…

When you travel, you create incredible memories. Keeping a travel diary helps you remember the details of your trip that made it special. Taking the time to jot down your expectations, itinerary, experiences and emotions adds an element of reflection and creativity to any travel as well. Making a travel…

Whether you’re traveling with friends or joined a group tour, you’ll remember your trip long after saying goodbye at the airport. For many travelers, preserving these memories with photos is important. When group photos are on one phone, selfies on another, and the best shots of landmarks on a memory…

Solo travel, especially solo hiking, is incredibly rewarding. Many of the United States’ national parks, as well as national parks in other countries, are excellent places to travel alone. When compared to other hiking destinations, national parks have incredibly well-maintained trails that are clearly marked. Mapped trails make it easier…

Renting a car for a trip through Europe gives you access to beautiful countryside, a flexible schedule and an appreciation for more of your host countries’ cultures. It can also put you at the mercy of more aggressive drivers and at risk for expensive accidents. To prepare yourself for driving…

There are hundreds of unique festivals celebrated around the world for religious, cultural, historical and nonsensical reasons. Each one, from the small local celebrations to the huge festivities that bring locals and tourists alike to a region, offers an incredible experience. You could spend years visiting the best festivals in…

A coffee plantation tour is a unique way to spend a vacation. Many are located in remote destinations at high elevations, which makes for a beautiful place to stay for a few nights, or your entire trip, while learning more about how coffee is planted, harvested and processed. Costa Rica’s…