5-Day Madrid Itinerary: Art, Food, and Local Life

Home to some 3.5 million people, Madrid is the capital of Spain and the country’s largest city. Though it’s somewhat sprawling, the city boasts stunning architecture, incredible food, and an energetic nightlife that stretches until dawn. Over 10 million people visit the city each year, and the minute you step out to explore, you’ll understand

Unexpectedly Charming Seaside Towns in Northern England

The North of England does the whole British seaside experience differently—if you know where to look. Head to Blackpool or Scarborough, you will be rewarded with sugar-rush arcades and wall-to-wall crowds. Head a little further down the myriad B-roads and lanes, however, and you’ll find a coastline that’s wilder, moodier, and edged with big skies

Madrid in Five Days: Culture, Food, and Local Life

Home to some 3.5 million people, Madrid is the capital of Spain and the country’s largest city. Though it’s somewhat sprawling, the city boasts stunning architecture, incredible food, and an energetic nightlife that stretches until dawn. Over 10 million people visit the city each year, and the minute you step out to explore, you’ll understand

CityPass Savings: Up to 51% Off Top U.S. Attractions

If you ask me, one of the best parts about travel is sightseeing. Nothing beats taking in the skyline views, gorgeous green spaces, and exciting landmarks that make each city unique. But it’s no secret that travel can be expensive—between lodging, transportation, and activities, even a few days of vacation can add up. To make

5-Day Madrid Itinerary: Art, Food & Local Life

Home to some 3.5 million people, Madrid is the capital of Spain and the country’s largest city. Though it’s somewhat sprawling, the city boasts stunning architecture, incredible food, and an energetic nightlife that stretches until dawn. Over 10 million people visit the city each year, and the minute you step out to explore, you’ll understand

10 Must-Know Boutique Hotels in Los Angeles

Famously known as the home of Hollywood, Los Angeles is more than just a global entertainment hub. In LA, standout food, music, and shopping sit alongside striking scenery and easy access to the outdoors. As a Midwestern transplant, arguably no one appreciates the weather and range of outdoor activities in this pretty city more than

Madrid in 5 Days: Culture, Food, and Local Life

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11 Summer Airbnbs Near NYC with Pools, Lakes, Beaches

Sometimes New Yorkers need fresh air, and sitting on a fire escape or stoop simply won’t cut it. Plus, public pools in the Big Apple, like parking, are few and far between. When the city heat becomes unbearable, there’s nothing like taking a little weekend trip to a pastoral stretch of the Hudson Valley or

5-Day Madrid: Culture, Food, and Neighborhood Life

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Mother and Daughter Aboard the Orient Express

As the train pulled out of Istanbul’s Bakırköy Station in the general direction of Paris, our cabin steward Eduardo poured the first of what would be many glasses of Champagne over the next six days. Crystal flute in hand, I settled into one of the plush (and firmly anchored to the floor) upholstered seats across
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