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When you’re planning an extended stay vacation or long weekend getaway this summer, don’t overlook the benefits of booking a vacation rental home instead of a hotel. Vacation rentals can be an affordable alternative to staying at a resort, hotel, or even at a bed and breakfast this season. You can enjoy life like a local when you stay in a vacation home that offers modern amenities and conveniences, and is located within easy reach of some of the area’s top attractions and sites. These homes are furnished and sometimes stocked with basic supplies to make sure your visit feels just like a home away from home. Here are some useful tips for booking a vacation rental home this summer:Read Reviews Look for unbiased reviews and star ratings about the venue on different travel sites and review sites. You’ll be surprised how many people will take the time to provide a review and share honest feedback about their experience. Reading reviews can help you make the best decision when ...

Are you planning a solo adventure this season? Travelling alone can be a great experience and a fun way to meet new people. Travelling solo gives you a chance to run things on your own schedule, put together your perfect itinerary, and even venture out of your comfort zone and try something new. As fun and exciting as this experience can be, you also need to be more cautious about where you go and how you might come across to locals. Here are some important tips for women travelling solo this season:Carry Emergency Information with You Your phone might die and you won’t have access to your emergency contact phone numbers. Or, you might lose your laptop and other key information you’ve stored digitally. Make sure you are carrying a few paper copies of emergency contacts and tucking them away in a safe place. You never know when you might need them and you may not have access to this information electronically.Look Confident Walk with a sense of purpose and confidence instead ...

If you just want to break away and enjoy a relaxing or adventurous trip on your own this season, consider heading off to a destination that caters to solo travelers. Several venues around the globe are perfect for singles or solo travelers looking for a journey through nature, a few days of rest and relaxation on the beach, or even a history lesson. You can plan a fun and exciting trip to really get away from it all and celebrate your freedom and independence. Here’s a closer look at some of the top destinations for solo travelers:United Kingdom With its myriad of small towns, villages, and bustling cities, solo travelers will find plenty to see and do in any given season. You will find it very easy to hop from town to town by bus or rail, and can even make a cross-country trip within a few hours. Whether you’re traveling on a tight budget and enjoying a backpacking adventure through Europe, or want to break away and enjoy the luxury lifestyle in the city, you’ll be in for an un...

If you’re like the millions of travelers heading to the beach this summer, make sure your body and skin are beach-ready with the right self-care plan. Taking good care of your skin doesn’t have to wait until you head to the spa during your vacation. You can prep your skin and body with the right types of skincare products and also watch your diet so you can look and feel great on the beach. Wellness and skincare professionals around the globe use a number of techniques to help clients maintain that youthful glow and prepare for swimsuit season. Here are some tips for preparing for your beach vacation:Take a Hot and Cold Shower Hydrotherapy has become a popular body treatment at spas around the globe and can be an effective way to increase circulation and help your body detoxify naturally. Plan on alternating between hot and cold temperature the next time you take a shower. This process will open and close the pores to release toxins and help your skin breathe.Watch the Carbs E...

The United States boasts more than 84 million acres of national parkland that offer a variety of opportunities for recreational activities, hiking, and nature walks. If you’re in the mood for some outdoor adventures and thrills, don’t miss the chance to visit some of the country’s most scenic natural attractions and venues that offer plenty of opportunities for adventure. Whether you’re interested in hiking, trail walking, nature photography, or want to see some native animals in their natural habitat, take your pick of several national parks scattered around the country. Here’s where you’ll find some of the best U.S. National Parks for adventure seekers:Everglades National Park, Florida Ready for a kayaking adventure you’ll never forget? Head to Everglades National Park in Florida to explore the mangroves, forests, and nature trails. This park encompasses 1.5 million acres of land and water, and is home to a variety of alligators, crocodiles, and endangered species. You can ta...

If you’re ready for an exciting travel experience and don’t want to head to yet another resort or tourist trap for your getaway, plan an adventure trip you’ll never forget. Every once in a while it’s a good idea to go for the ‘wow’ factor with that excursion and do something that you’ve never been bold or daring enough to do. Whether you want to go on a cruise or just spend a few days trekking through the rainforest, there’s an adventure waiting for you. Here are some adventure trips to add to your summer travel itinerary: Ride the Curasub in the Caribbean Take yourself on an undersea adventure in the Caribbean on board the Curasub at Substation Curacaco. This five-person mini-submarine will take you 1,000 feet below the Caribbean Sea for an underwater experience you’ll never forget. It’s a great way to explore the beautiful waters without getting wet, and you’ll enjoy 90 minutes of exploring with visibility up to 60 feet. Trip to ToroVerde Adventure Park If you’ve eve...

Driving south on Highway 75, a sign greets travelers, ‘Welcome to Stanley: Gateway to the Sawtooth Wilderness.” Gazing up from the sign reveals a spread of mountains that would leave Ansell Adams spellbound behind his lens for weeks on end. The Sawtooth range rises from the green meadows of central Idaho, their craggy peaks mingling amongst the clouds of the western sky. The small western town is home to 100 year round residents though the population swells to more than 1,000 on busy summer days. Surrounded by wilderness and national forest, the Stanley basin serves as a hub for outdoor recreation. Mountain bikers and motorcyclists explore the vast network of trails in the White Cloud National forest to the south east of Stanley proper. To the southwest lie to majestic and craggy peaks of the Sawtooth wilderness, beckoning hikers to some of the most magnificent glacially sculpted landscapes in the Western United States. The Salmon River runs through town and several outfitters off...