Paris is a bustling capital known for its culture and many landmarks, and it’s served by three airports: Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris-Orly Airport (ORY), and Paris-Beauvais Airport (BVA). The French capital offers travelers several options for arriving into and getting around France and Europe. In this guide, I’ll cover all three airports in […]
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Jacksonville is a vibrant city on the northeast coast of Florida. It’s an excellent place to visit because it offers a blend of natural attractions, urban landmarks, and standard touristy things to do. So, it doesn’t matter as much why you’re in the city because you’ll have a good time no matter what it is
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There are three major airports in the Washington, D.C. area: Dulles International Airport, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Each offers a vastly different experience in terms of airlines, destinations and distance to downtown. Here’s a guide to help you pick the best Washington DC airport. Dulles International
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It was our second visit to the Galapagos Islands, and we were excited to join Hurtigruten Expeditions to go island hopping in Darwin’s Footsteps on their newly refurbished Santa Cruz II. This truly was our dream Galapagos Cruise. The first time we visited Galapagos National Park, we stayed on land and took water taxis and
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As the gorgeous capital of the Tuscany region of Italy, Florence is a dream destination for art lovers and romantics. Many people pack their itineraries when visiting Italy and often find they have only a day or two in each city. While we recommend three days in the city, you can visit Florence in just
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The most vexing part of your trip can be waiting in a long line to go through the security checkpoint at the airport. And getting pulled over and patted down. Luckily you don’t have to. Here are expert tips you can use to get through the airport security lanes faster and with minimal stress. Pack
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We have taken a lot of expedition cruises from the Polar regions of Antarctica and Greenland to Costa Rica, Panama, and the Amazon. Having traveled to all seven continents, we have learned that some remote places must be visited on expedition ships. Recently, we toured the Galapagos with HX Hurtigruten Expeditions. With the perfect blend
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After clearing security and passport control, many travelers find themselves wandering through an enchanting place in the airport: duty-free shops. With enticing displays of chocolate, cosmetics, jewelry, and more, duty free shopping can be just the ticket for nice bargains (and some last-minute souvenirs). But it’s not a guaranteed savings – and some items may
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Sarasota, Florida, is a place that often gets overlooked by tourists in favor of Orlando and Miami. The city is set on the Gulf of Mexico, featuring sprawling white sand beaches and panoramic sea views. If you come here, you’ll enjoy a fabulous beach vacation without the crowds of more popular Florida cities. Sarasota is
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For many travelers, airport lounges are a key part of a relaxing airport experience. They offer respite from the chaos, free food and drinks, and even wellness spaces – perks that can elevate pre-flight time from stressful to enjoyable. Passengers can secure lounge access in a number of ways: via airline status, with a premium
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