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Now, you can have an individualized guide to your health and wellness right at your fingertips. Introducing Cured — a new holistic app consisting of more than 70 modules, categorized …

“Now, have I got a story for you…” is a greeting as common as “hello” in Dublin, one of the world’s greatest cities of literature, where lyrical storytelling is as …

Who doesn’t remember sitting through history class in elementary school wondering how historical events actually took place? My imagination often ran wild as I went down my imaginary rabbit hole, …

If you detest being dive-bombed by gnats and mosquitoes but can’t stand the smell of over-the-counter insect repellents, noted herbal medicine expert Gudrun Snyder has solved your problem — and …

The Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has just announced the launch of its second LNG-poweredship for Princess Cruises. Star Princess, sister ship to Sun Princess, is the second-largest cruise vessel ever built …

It is that beguiling hour betwixt day and night, when the sky is fast transforming from tangerine to mauve and buriti trees are stark in silhouette, as we set out …

The Land of Smiles is dealing with the challenges of pollution, climate change, and the millions of annual tourists. Creative adaptations abound, and travelers can make a difference by seeking …

I first saw the finish line of the Camino while on a road trip in Spain that took me through Santiago de Compostela. In the morning, the first pilgrim arrived, …

  Editor’s Note: This story won a first-place writing award for Terri Colby, who was named the 2024 Mark Twain Travel Journalist of the Year by the MTJA.  Three musicians take the stage …

Have you ever wondered if time travel is possible? After an 8-day voyage aboard a century-old wooden trawler, I think it just might be. Just standing and looking up at …

For 21 years, Thund consulting firm has been teaching the world about the delicate balance of Iceland’s plant and animal life. Using meticulous research, the scientists at Thund offer educational …

They say that it is the arrival that should be savored, when all the travel is behind you and adventure lies ahead. I’ve never enjoyed this sweet moment more keenly …

It’s the time when summer ends and we get ready for new adventures. Whether it’s heading back to school for some book-learning, or entering a different kind of class on …

While the bustling capital city of Lisbon, the rolling hills of the Douro Valley, and the scenic beaches of the Algarve are some of the most popular spots to visit …

An enormous country like Australia has a lot of land to cover, but fortunately, the beautiful eastern coast is easy to explore by rail. This exciting journey involves two legs: …

“Chicken or pasta?”We cruise enthusiasts are appalled by what passes for dining choices aboard those multi-hour flights that transport us across the Pond.  And don’t even mention lack of comfort, sub-par …

Kicking off 2024 with a sailing on Icon of the Seas from Miami, Florida, I learned that this largest ship at sea has been a dream of Royal Caribbean Group …

The Italian Lakes are among the most beautiful and popular places to visit in Europe. The glory of nature lies all around with glistening waters, picturesque lakeside villages, medieval castles …

Living to the age of 100 is an amazing feat … but celebrating a centennial birthday aboard a cruise ship with family from all over the country is truly extraordinary. We …

There’s no better way to travel from Beijing to Shanghai than on the tracks.China is home to the world’s longest high-speed rail network, with a length of over 42,000 kilometers …