Tips & Tricks
Thanks to technology, a new wave of authentic home rentals and cool hostels are just a click away, revolutionizing the way we travel. But these hot rentals don't mean all-inclusive resorts will become a thing of the past. In fact, in the age of DIY travel, we&
Discoveries
While the US is certainly not lacking beachfront destinations, when planning your next vacation, looking inland will lead you to discover that freshwater coastlines are abundant, and packed with character and attractions you wouldn’t believe. SCUBA fanatics, hikers, and sunbathers alike will be amazed by the freshwater alternatives to
Tips & Tricks
With festival culture growing at an astounding rate, there’s no doubt you’ve been to at least one by now or know someone who has. When you’re choosing which festival to buy a wristband for, it's important to keep in mind that despite what you may
Our Backpack
As a writer and student, I live for research. Diving into the depths of the internet and picking brains for insider info gives me a genuine thrill. Naturally, before going to my first festival I had to know everything. So I started digging. I learned about a hidden comedy show
Discoveries
It seems as though islands have always had a special allure to travelers. The seclusion, the separateness, the coastline always within walking distance - whatever the reason, islands have always been a favorite vacation option. The tricky part is deciding what kind of island experience you’re looking for. While many
Travel Tales
What inspired you to travel to Costa Rica? Costa Rica has been on a list of countries that I’ve wanted to visit for some time. I had seen beautiful landscape pictures but had also heard great things about the people there. Being a native Spanish speaker I love meeting
Travel Tales
My journey north for “Sail to Ski” began with a phone call from my friend, to protect my inside source let’s call him “Red” for the purpose of this post. Everyone has a Red in their life: that one person who you can always count on to find the
[http://www.thediscoverer.com/editions/42] If swaying palm trees, white sand beaches, and turning your phone on “Do Not Disturb” is your thing, then Anguilla is the place for you. The island’s hypnotic turquoise water and laid back attitude will have you in a chair sipping piña coladas
Discoveries
Central America enjoys the best of all worlds when it comes to beaches. Placed between the turquoise waters of the Caribbean and the beautiful Pacific coast, these countries have it all. So the question doesn't become if you'll head here for your summer vacation, but where
Featured
The third episode of our Discovery series takes us through Ottawa, Canada for a scenic look at this gorgeous city. From city streets to open water to tree-lined parks, follow along with local Discoverers Syed and Kenneth as they get a new perspective on their home turf. What inspired
Travel Tales
Majorca, or Mallorca, is the largest island in the Balearic Islands which are part of Spain. Like other surrounding islands, Majorca is a popular vacation spot for tourists traveling from Germany and the U.K. Our friend Jackie Beale [https://www.instagram.com/jacbeale/] recently traveled to Majorca and documented
Editions
[http://www.thediscoverer.com/editions/41] León is a living, breathing city and in an era that is driven by and for tourists, it’s a breath of fresh air. In León tourism is a sideshow, not the main attraction. Populated by students, artists, revolutionaries, expats, and backpackers, this Central