Travel Destinations

Have you ever been to a bazaar? A souk? When you wander through marketplace alleys with colorful stalls, do you enjoy the experience these authentic locations offer? Wandering through traditional markets, …

While going on a Salalah coastal road trip in Oman, my friend and I stopped the car to check something out. Walking on the soft sand following Sid, who was …

Travel stories, life lessons. The following travel story, by Barry Hoffner, shares an encounter with members of the nomadic Afar people in Ethiopia. The Afar people, also known as the …

“Wadi” is the Arabic term for a valley, commonly used in the Middle East. It also denoted a leisure location in the natural world. Usually steep and dry unless there …

The essence of travel lies in the journey itself. Highways and train tracks may lead us across continents, yet some of the world’s most stirring vistas and unforgettable experiences can …

While modern-day visitors to Mexico come for everything, from its rich history to fiery street food, Mexico’s greatest appeal is its incredible beach life. They’ve got it all: the fluffy …

Destination weddings are an auspicious start to any marriage. But taking your friends and family out of their ordinary lives and translating them into a gorgeous destination takes careful planning …

Planning a destination wedding? Great! Marrying the one you love in a beautiful, far-flung location is such an amazing experience. However, exciting as it seems, planning a destination wedding is …

After traveling to Calgary before our tour of the Canadian Rockies, we had time to explore the city. We discovered that Calgary, Alberta could be the sister city of our …

–Editor’s Note: This article is updated from August 2017.  I caught up again with Chef Ky Loop recently and was excited to hear about his recent ventures.  As he says, …