“The Largest, Longest, and Finest Street in the World.” – Daniel Defoe The Royal Mile is part of Edinburgh’s Old Town and is the Scottish capital’s most notable area, rich in history and also linked with some of the city’s…
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Tobago is an untainted hidden jewel of the Caribbean. There is no hype to its proclamation of being the “Capital of Paradise: clean, green, safe and serene.” Believed to be the Robinson Crusoe island and often called “the Galapagos of…
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Camden Town has long been famous for its markets and past association with punk culture. Now things are a lot tamer but the market still has a lot to offer in the way of clothes, gifts, trendy bars and cafes…
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Hertz, Alamo, Europcar, City and Only car rental companies in Oaxaca, Mexico, are options; but the downsides of renting a car, van or motorcycle in Oaxaca often outweigh the benefits. One must consider traffic and parking, Oaxacan drivers on the…
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Although many stores and vendors accept U.S. currency, tourists pay a steep penalty when using dollars. This “street rate” of exchange can be 30-40% less favorable than the bank rate, and budget-conscious tourists should convert dollars to pesos prior to…
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Perhaps best known as the home of the University of Mississippi, also known as “Ole Miss,” the city of Oxford Mississippi is an excellent place to visit in the summer months, due to the number of exciting attractions that are…
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The New Jersey Shore has been typically prone to stereotypes about drunk, frat-boy meatheads and cat-fighting women in their 20’s. They hang out there, for sure, but there are many beaches along the Shore that offer up beautiful views, family…
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What’s not to love about the expansive ski resort of Snowmass, Colorado? Its varied terrain caters to all skill levels – from novice to expert. Colorado’s winter weather is typically marvelous: bright, blue-sky days in between terrific dumps of champagne…
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Madrid is a city full of culture, with long leafy green park strips and an arresting mix of buildings; some look like ornate wedding cakes and some have a stark, comic-book style that looks like something out of Gotham City.…
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London can be a magical place to visit in the winter; ice-skating rinks, shimmering fairy lights, traditional Christmas markets, mulled wine and some of the best shopping experiences in the world can be found in England‘s capital during the festive…
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