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The world’s most notable cities often conjure images of gridlocked traffic and skylines dominated by steel and glass skyscrapers. Because sprawling metropolises are perpetually on the move, escaping the stress of urban living can prove to be difficult. But for urban dwellers who appreciate a laid-back attitude, there
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Big U.S. Cities like Boston [http://www.thediscoverer.com/editions/62], Las Vegas, Miami and San Francisco maintain a strong presence on the tourist route, boasting an endless supply of world-class attractions. But what about the rest of the USA? The third-biggest country on our planet is
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Next time you’re planning to take a vacation, why not invest a bit more time and make the journey part of the adventure? Ditch the airport in favor of traveling by rail and you’ll be surprised at just how much more you’ll see. Here are five train
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Does your idea of a winter vacation involve kicking back on a beach and soaking up the sun? Maybe you have the urge to carve up on ski slopes, gaze in awe at the Northern Lights or even attend a world-famous festival? Whatever your desire, this list of destinations
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If you’re hoping to tag a few days onto Thanksgiving break or praying that a holiday will ease the pain of those ever-earlier dark evenings, a November vacation is just the ticket. Here are our picks for where to travel in November. The Caribbean The islands that form
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Autumn is the best time of year in the Southwest. While dropping temperatures mean breaking out the sweaters and heaters everywhere else in the country, in this corner of the U.S. it means the weather is just right for some outdoor exploring. While most minds immediately jump to the
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Planning meals during a long day of travel can be almost as nightmarish as that transcontinental flight. Most airports are packed with unhealthy snacks, fast food, or chain restaurants that make eating well during a delay almost impossible. But some airports are starting to get a clue, and bringing fantastic
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Gap years aren’t only for the young. Tear up the rulebook and have your own extended adventure – whatever your age. Whether you're between jobs or relationships [https://blog.thediscoverer.com/5-places-to-travel-if-youre-single/], taking time off to travel and learn something about the
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Winter is one of the best times to visit the Caribbean [http://blog.thediscoverer.com/7-best-islands-to-cruise-to-in-the-caribbean/], with tropical temperatures, low humidity and pleasantly cool nights. Hurricane season typically runs its course by December, which times perfectly with snowfall in the U.S.
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Temperatures are falling and the hours of daylight are becoming increasingly short this autumn, and in many places in the U.S. you can feel the transition from mild fall to frigid winter. However, it appears the seasons have cycled through especially quickly in a number of destinations across America,
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If you're a beach lover, then you're familiar with tropical destinations such as Hawaii, Fiji, and the Caribbean. But don’t count out Africa! With 20,000 miles of coastline and 7 tropical island nations, Africa is a beach bum’s paradise. From the Swahili coast
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Is there anything better when traveling than stumbling across roadside vendors and holes-in-the-wall serving up delicious cuisine? Eating on the street is a true sensory overload. From the taste, texture and smell of the food to the sound of sizzling grills, boisterous stall owners and excited crowds,