5 Domestic Destinations You Might Be Missing

You don’t need to travel far to have a great vaycay. With its varying landscapes, exciting city scenes and iconic monuments, a trip within the U.S. can be just as exciting as an adventure abroad. So next time you think travel, think domestic with these destinations that you might be missing. 1. Milwaukee, WI Image…

7 Next-Level Dining Experiences for the Adventurous Foodie

From exciting settings to bizarre themes, the world has some interesting dining options. So tie on your bib and join us on a journey from Thailand to Belgium with these exhilarating culinary must-sees. Bird’s Nest Restaurant, Thailand Image courtesy of Travel Beats in Asia Enjoy a meal 16 feet above ground at Thailand’s Bird’s Nest…

Why Meditation Should be Part of Every Vacation

It’s easy to get a little overwhelmed when your surroundings are unfamiliar. Between new cultures, foreign cities and maybe even an unfamiliar language to decipher, no one understands sensory overload quite like the traveler. Luckily, there is a way to slow down when everything is moving so fast, meditation. Reduced Stress when Flying Airplane cabins…

Destination Roundup for Wellness-Minded Travelers

Unique wellness experiences can be found around the world. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite wellness-inspired destinations and activities to help keep your traveler’s feeling their best inside and out.  Sedona, Arizona Sedona is a one of a kind place where the feeling of magic lingers in the air. This destination offers endless outdoor…

6 Winter Festivals Around the World

Warm drinks, impressive sculptures, twinkling lights and hot, hot fire, people around the world have been embracing winter with style for as long as we can remember. So while it may be a universal joy to complain about the time of year when the air hurts your face, why not surrender to the season with…

5 of the World’s Most Adventurous Hotels

Sure, a predictable hotel room is great. With two standard queen size beds, a toasty shower and cable TV, the average room is fully equipped for most any travel endeavor. But do you ever wish your room was more… exciting? Well folks, get ready to check-in for adventure because these five unique hotels are like…

Destination Discovery: Secret Islands Around the World

This post was originally written by me, Jenna Buege, for The Compass on VAX Want the illusion of having a tropical paradise all to yourself? Dream of laid-back beaches, quaint city streets and calming blue waters? These are some of the lesser traveled islands around the world that can give you just that. Virgin Gorda,…

5 Wild Travel Experiences for Animal Aficionados

This post was originally written by me, Jenna Buege, for The Compass on VAX Do you want to see animals up close and personal in a natural way? We aren’t talking zoos and enclosures. No, instead, think dipping your toes in the Great Barrier Reef, whale watching off the coast of Boston or embarking on…

The Paranormal Enthusiast’s Domestic Travel Field Guide

Whether you side with the skeptical Dana Scully or with “Spooky” Fox Mulder (I want to believe!), the U.S. is home to plenty of cases of high strangeness that have the makings of a real-life X-File. Historic haunts, bizarre cryptid sightings and close encounters of the third kind, there are creatures that go bump in…