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Covid entry requirements in Cuba are constantly changing. Learn how to visit Cuba during the pandemic, including required vaccinations, testing, and medical insurance. You’ll also learn what to do before your trip, what to expect in Cuba, and what to do if you get sick.
Learn about 2022 Day of the Dead group tours to Mexico City. Attend intimate memorial ceremonies in cemeteries around the city, celebrate the festival with families inside their homes, participate in altar building experiences, and explore food markets with a chef, visit ancient Aztec ruins and the 3rd largest pyramid in the world, and take an authentic Mexican cooking class to learn about traditional foods served during Day of the Dead.
Racism is baked into America so as white people, we sometimes don’t see it. Though nobody wants to be labeled a racist, racist acts happen every single day. Learn how to examine your own biases and how to help dismantle racism and oppression.
While you’re social distancing and self-quarantined because of Coronavirus, check out these free and cheap online resources to keep you entertained, healthy, fit, and productive!
Day of the Dead is the perfect time to visit Mexico City. In addition to visiting pyramids, ancient Aztec ruins, biking through the city and taking an authentic Mexican cooking class, the Day of the Dead also brings huge parades, street festivals, and intimate ceremonies in cemeteries around the city. Learn about 2020 Day of the Dead parade and preparation group tours to Mexico.
Puerto Rico has incredible vegan food, from classics like mofongo and pastelón, to pizza, donuts, & fine dining. Learn where to go and what to eat, including lists of vegan restaurants in San Juan, Puerto Rico and beyond.
Traveling on your period is inevitable. Learn why menstrual cups are perfect for female travelers, and how to have a bloody good time while swimming, hiking, and camping. Discover how to choose a menstrual cup, how to use it, and what to know before your next trip.
Want to visit Cuba? Join this small group tour for Americans to create memories, engage with locals, and explore both iconic and off-the-beaten-path destinations around Cuba.
Looking for the best vegan food in London? Whether it’s vegan fish and chips, afternoon tea, vegan takeaway, bakery, tasting menus, pizza, or Indian food, this post has you covered. Learn where to eat and what to do nearby!
Planning to travel to Cuba? Here's an extensive list of EVERYTHING you need to know before heading to Cuba, especially if you're an American traveler.
Is Jordan Safe to visit? Whether you’re traveling independently or with a group, visiting Jordan can be easy and very safe. Discover what makes Jordan one of the most important countries to visit and learn how to stay safe during your trip.
Learn how WiFi and Internet access work in Cuba in this comprehensive 2021 guide, including how to find and connect to WiFi in Cuba, how to get a SIM card and 4G data plan, which websites and apps won’t work in Cuba, and what you need to do BEFORE you go.
Learn how to avoid getting sick in Mexico. Discover tips for how to stay healthy in Mexico - from food and water to vaccinations and avoiding heatstroke - so you don’t miss out on any tacos, tequila, or fun!
Cuba is a photographer’s paradise. Join this small group tour to create memories, engage with locals, take your own unique pictures, and have a professional photographer capture photos of you in iconic destinations around Cuba.
Cuba is one of the safest countries in the world but solo female travelers should be prepared for catcalling, machismo, and street hustlers. Here’s what to expect and how to handle it.
After the collapse of the Soviet Union, Cuba experienced a dramatic reduction in fossil fuels, fertilizers, and pesticides and 50% of the nation’s food supply was cut off. Cuba had rethink how it fed its people. The Cuban organic farming revolution began, but the current local food scene and sustainabilty efforts aren’t what you’d expect.
Mexico City is a vegan’s dream. Join this unforgettable group trip to Mexico to feast on world-class vegan cuisine, relax in a peaceful “magical village”, and visit the 3rd largest pyramid in the world.
Everyone knows the Chicago Theater and Bean are photo magnets of the city so read on to learn about Chicago’s lesser-known Instagrammable locations, from graffiti murals to colorful storefronts.
Vacations can be costly - from hotels and airfare to meals and activities. Learn how to plan and stick to a budget so that you can still afford your dream vacation without breaking the bank!
Memphis is known for amazing food and music but savvy visitors will also take advantage of its natural beauty, and many historically important museums and cultural sites. Learn where to go and what to do in this iconic southern city.
Understand what can go wrong with AirbnB in Cuba. Discover what to look out for BEFORE booking an AirBnB in Havana, Trinidad, Vinales, or anywhere else in Cuba.
I learned the hard way why buying travel insurance is so important. Learn what travel insurance is, what it covers, and why you should buy it for your next trip.
Learn 5 easy travel hacks to save money on your next vacation! Know when and where to book cheap flights, when to fly, and simple ways to save money on travel.
Planning to book an AirBnB in Vinales, Cuba? Check out this post for six things to consider before your stay.
From spicy noodles and flavorful soups to rich curries sopped up with fluffy bread, Malaysia's blend of Asian culture and tradition makes it a top culinary destination. Learn the basics and know what to order on your trip!
Malaysia's distinct mix of Chinese, Indian, and Malay cultures and traditions, spectacular food and architecture, and varied natural landscape make it a must-visit destination. From religious festivals, city-wide street art projects, and world-class dive sites to tea plantations and “living museums, Malaysia offers something for just about everyone.
The Karen tribe, which fled conflict and violence in Burma, now earns a living by being displayed in Thailand's human zoos, where tourists are invited to gawk and take pictures of them.
More than skyscrapers and shopping malls, Singapore, the world's "city in a garden" offers a unique mix of Chinese, Malay, and Indian culture and everything from biking and "bumboating" to world-class art and nightlife.
Discover New York City's best graffiti and street art by bicycle. Visit world-renowned pieces by famous street artists and impressive community murals that contextualize the life of the neighborhood.
Mexico is a hugely diverse country with many options for celebrating Day of the Dead. Learn where to go in Mexico for Day of the Dead, including tips on what cities to visit, what to do there, and how to make the most of your Day of the Dead vacation