There’s no need to sit down at a restaurant for tip-top Mexican food, much less head south of the border. The U.S. boasts Mexican restaurants serving delicious, authentic fare from coast to coast for delivery or takeout. Some are humble…
Not everyone has access to fertile land or the skills, patience, or time to grow their own food. Still, the desire for freshly grown food is on the rise, especially as it has become harder for many people to pop…
These days, with still-limited trips beyond your own yard, it’s easy to feel cooped up. Experience the restorative powers of the great outdoors — and some of America’s most stunning treasures — by checking out these webcams that take you…
Regular physical activity is important for the health and mental well-being of people 50 and older — exercise boosts energy, strengthens the heart, and helps older folks manage illness or pain as well as weight. Here’s more good news: Going…
Getting my phone pickpocketed in Pisa, Italy, seemed like the worst thing that could have happened to me as I was traveling alone to meet my brother in Galway, Ireland. Yet, it made for one of the most unforgettable trips,…
Pop on those comfy shoes. Locals and tourists alike can learn much about a place by pounding the pavement. Free walking tours offer an up-close — and thrifty — way to experience a new city and sometimes even create a…
Ah, spring. Flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, kites are flying, and seasonal festivals are packed with people who’ve been cooped up inside for far too long. Few places offer…
Getting hungry while traveling is inevitable, but don’t let the travel industry pick your pocket. Plan ahead and bring travel-friendly snacks to avoid buying the often mediocre food available at…
There are always deals to be had and ways to get to a dream destination such as Ireland — but the place isn’t typically known as a budget destination; if…
Airport food doesn’t exactly have a stellar reputation, and for a long time that bad rap was well deserved. For decades, airport dining has primarily consisted of unhealthy fast food…
For some, hitting the road in style means spending more on an RV than most people would on an entire house. See what the highest-end recreational vehicles have inside (plenty…
Finding a vacation destination that’s both budget friendly and not overrun by crowds is no small feat, particularly at a time when overtourism is becoming increasingly problematic for some of…
It’s been a long stretch since the holidays, and spring break has never looked sweeter. For some much-needed time off from work and school, there are plenty of family-friendly spring…
Among hotels perks, free breakfast is definitely one worth getting out of bed for. Perfect for fueling up without making a dent in the daily budget, the best options go…
Who doesn’t want to travel like a VIP? After all, travel can be daunting at times, involving long plane rides, hours on the road getting from one place to another,…
The top travel destinations have so much to offer that visitors keep coming back again and again. Think Greece, with its countless ancient monuments and thousands of picturesque islands; Italy,…
While winter encompasses much of the United States and has you holed up dreaming of sunnier days, the fact is that you don’t have to leave the country to find…
The arrival of spring often inspires wanderlust as we shake off the chill of winter, but finding an affordable destination to plan an escape can sometimes be a challenge. Thankfully…