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Best Places to Visit in Los Angeles – 20 Unmissable Attractions

Last Modified: April 18, 2026 //  by the Authors //  9 Comments

It’s hard to know where to begin when visiting a city like Los Angeles. Home to Hollywood – a name synonymous with the American film industry, exclusive neighborhoods, famous theme parks, and world-renowned landmarks, L.A. is a great place to visit at any time of year. But unlike other metropolises around the world, Los Angeles’s attractions and …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Destination Guides, Los Angeles

driving on a Death Valley Road

Los Angeles to Death Valley Drive – 2-Day Road Trip Itinerary

Last Modified: July 7, 2025 //  by the Authors //  3 Comments

If you were to judge it by its ominous name, you’d probably never want to visit a place called Death Valley. But don’t let the name put you off. For those who like the desert, Death Valley is a fascinating place to visit and one of the few National Parks close to L.A. So, if …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Destination Guides

Best Places to Stay in Los Angeles

Best Places to Stay in Los Angeles (Advice from a Local)

Last Modified: July 7, 2025 //  by the Authors //  17 Comments

If you are headed to Los Angeles for a visit, your next important decision will be choosing a good area to stay. As a 35-year resident of L.A. I know how difficult it is to decide where to stay in this huge metropolis, so I’m here to help. Unlike other big cities around the world, …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Destination Guides, Los Angeles

Things to do on the Big Island of Hawaii

20 Best Things to Do on the Big Island of Hawaii

Last Modified: June 27, 2025 //  by the Authors //  Leave a Comment

The Island of Hawaii – often referred to as the Big Island – is famous for its Kona coffee, amazing scenery and the great array of things to do. Considered the largest and youngest of the Hawaiian archipelago, the Big Island encompasses four climate zones: tropical, monsoon, tundra and desert – all within an hour drive. It …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Pacific Islands, The Big Island, United StatesTag: Destination Guides

waterfalls on the Big Island

Where to Find the Best Waterfalls on the Big Island, Hawaii

Last Modified: June 27, 2025 //  by the Authors //  21 Comments

There are few more exciting things to do on the Big Island than a hike to one of the stunning waterfalls. The experience is deeply fulfilling: the lushness of the rainforest, the earth-damp path, the plumeria-scented air, and finally, the moment of revelation when you spot the torrent of water cascading over rocks into a …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Pacific Islands, The Big IslandTag: Destination Guides, Hiking trips, Unique Places Around the World

black sand beaches in hawaii

The 7 Most Beautiful Black Sand Beaches in Hawaii

Last Modified: June 27, 2025 //  by the Authors //  2 Comments

For most of us, the ideal tropical beach is a stretch of pearly-white sand fringed with coconut palms and turquoise waters. But black sand beaches can be equally beautiful, so if you haven’t seen any, there are few better places in the world than Hawaii. Hawaiian Islands are famous for having some of the most …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, North America, Pacific Islands, The Big Island, United StatesTag: Destination Guides

Black sand beaches in Maui

Where to Find the Best Black Sand Beaches in Maui

Last Modified: June 27, 2025 //  by the Authors //  Leave a Comment

For most people, a tropical beach is a powdery white stretch of sand with turquoise water and a bunch of palm trees added for good measure. But black sand beaches can be equally magnificent, so if you want to see some beautiful ones there are few better places in the world than the islands of Maui …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Maui, North America, Pacific Islands, United StatesTag: Destination Guides

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Prague vs Budapest: Which City Should You Visit First?

Last Modified: May 9, 2026 //  by the Authors //  9 Comments

Prague vs Budapest is one of the hardest choices travelers face when planning a European itinerary, especially if they only have time for one city. Both capitals are equally popular and count themselves among Europe’s most beautiful cities, which makes choosing one vs the other really difficult. This guide compares Prague and Budapest in terms of costs, food, sights, …

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Category: Czech Republic, DESTINATIONS, Europe, HungaryTag: Destination Guides, Travel Tips

Christmas Traditions in America

Christmas Traditions in America and How They All Started

Last Modified: July 5, 2023 //  by the Authors //  21 Comments

Christmas season is undoubtedly the most joyous and tradition-filled time of the year in America. Families all throughout the country gather around their trees, sing carols and hang their stockings, hoping to find them filled with gifts on Christmas Day. Neighborhoods brighten up with glowing lights, people seem merrier and even the cold winter nights feel cozier. …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Destination Guides

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