Venice certainly has its charms and there is no doubt that Amsterdam is amazing; but for a truly unique vacation on some of the world’s most beautiful canals, you need to consider travelling to Costa Rica. Nestled on the Caribbean coast in Limon Province, Costa Rica’s Tortuguero National Park is home to some of the most amazing canals on earth. . . Read article...

Here are five tips for planning your trip to Costa Rica, so you can make the most of your time in this Eden. Pack according to your itinerary. Yes, Costa Rica is a tropical paradise. It’s also a mountainous country, where volcanoes peek above the tree line, and it is entirely possible to get cold here. . . Read article...

Take the train from town to town in Italy, and discover the country’s bright green vineyards, sparkling blue waters, and pretty pastel homes in coastal villages. Taking a train is the perfect way to travel around Italy. A trip from Rome to Venice on the train not only eliminates the hassle of renting a car, driving, and finding a place to park, it also gives you a chance to see the very heart of the countryside, while you sip a chilled glass of Pinot Grigio . . . Read article...

They say, "Rome wasn't built in a day." That's putting it mildly. According to legend, the city of Rome goes back to a time thousands of years ago, when Remus and Romulus, twin sons of Mars, were raised by a wolf. Romulus made his home on what is now called Palatine Hill. . . Read article...

There are more than 800 species of birds living here, in every habitat from the beaches to the rainforest to the mountains. Here are 5 of the most exotic and beautiful birds of Costa Rica that are well worth traveling to see. Read article...

When you visit Siena, Italy, you will visit the Duomo of Siena. That is a given. If you don't, you will probably be the...

When you're talking about visiting Venice, it's tempting to focus on its world famous canals. It's easy to understand why. Just one gondola ride down the Grand Canal has enough historic star power for a lifetime. But no trip to Venice is truly complete without a visit to the tiny and beautiful lagoon islands... Read article...

Rome is terrific, but what if you're in denial about being a tourist in Rome? What if you just want to get away from the crowds, if only in your head, and go for a stroll? Here's a list of 5 things to see and do in Rome that aren't too touristy - or at least you can do them in an un-touristy way... Read article...

You hear a soft chuckle and the swish of a cloak from a dark Venetian alley. A strange inhuman face appears in the light of a streetlamp, and a chill of fear cascades down your spine. Then you realize it's just a partier in a mask... Read article...