Australia. What makes it worth the 15-hour flight? How about walking along a pristine, deserted beach; holding a soft and surprisingly heavy koala bear as he burrows into the curve of your neck; star-gazing under a wide-open sky untouched by light pollution; or sipping buttery full-flavored wine with the one you love? These are just […]
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Traveling with Family: What Are the Benefits?
From the beginning of a journey to long after arriving home, traveling with family can be one of the most rewarding adventures you can have together. While travel enables families to form a stronger bond, children also benefit from the new experiences it brings, and adults gain a greater appreciation for what’s around them. But […]
Get Your Adventure On In Costa Rica With These 11 Activities
Planning a trip to Costa Rica, but don’t know what you want to do once you get there? Because we couldn’t narrow it down to only 10 adventurous activities, here are the top 11 things to do while you’re in this Central American paradise. 1. Hang out at the beach The beach is a great […]
Find Your Paradise in Costa Rica
Whatever your idea of paradise may be, you can find it in Costa Rica. Global Escapes, with our partner Delta Vacations, can help you get there! From ziplining through the rainforest, to kayaking in national parks, to traversing sky bridges in the volcano region, Costa Rica is an explorer’s paradise. Visiting two or three areas […]
Bula, Fiji!
Fiji is more than friendly, smiling people and 333 beautiful tropical islands. The readers of Travel + Leisure magazine voted Fiji “one of the top 5 romantic destinations in the world.” Add to that world-class diving, surfing, adrenaline-pushing adventure activities, pristine beaches, and inspiring cultural traditions that date back hundreds of years, and you’ll find […]
Namaste, India!
Some travelers like to research a new destination inside and out before they visit. Their deep understanding of the history, culture, and traditions truly allows them to enjoy their experience even more. I used to wish I were like those people. For example, I admired the couple I met in Alaska who brought along their […]
Expedition Travel With Lindblad-National Geographic
Give your family getaway a one-of-a-kind upgrade. Next time school’s out, take your kids or grandkids on an expedition and guarantee they’ll have the coolest “what I did on my vacation” story ever. Here are just some of the amazing activities they can try. Read it with them—and watch how fast they start packing their […]
Outdoor Lovers Enjoy Myriad Travel Options
What does relaxation mean to you? Do you unwind best at a quiet spa, or do you require an adrenaline rush to release that pent-up stress? If you are someone who bonds tightly with others when experiencing an exhilarating activity together, you are not alone. Active vacations are becoming increasingly popular for everyone from honeymoon […]
Experience the Best of Europe with an Edge
In 2019, Celebrity Edge summers in the Mediterranean. Announcing Celebrity Cruise Lines’ most exciting season in Europe ever—our 2019 season featuring Celebrity Edge. Europe has never seen a ship like this before, and you’ve never seen Europe like you’ll see it on Celebrity Edge. She’s the first ship to feature our unique outward facing design […]
Oasis of the Seas: A Destination in Itself
I kissed my index and middle fingers and tapped the side of the ship as I stepped over the threshold onto the fifth deck of the Oasis of the Seas. I had boarded 18 cruise ships prior to this departure in October, and “kissing the ship” is a tradition I have had since my very first […]