By Alex Kallimanis: Still referred to as Constantinople in Greece, Istanbul is a bustling city packed with layers of history. We recently visited Istanbul on our return from Tanzania. It was part of a celebratory trip and for scheduling reasons, we flew from Kilimanjaro Airport to Istanbul on my 40th birthday. Part ultra modern, part old…
Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and if you didn’t make plans for the occasion, that’s ok. You can always surprise a loved one with a gift of an upcoming trip! We asked select travel bloggers to share their favorite romantic hotels in North America for some extra inspiration. Some of the submissions are famous…
Tempe, Arizona enjoys around 330 days of sunshine a year, more than anywhere else in the United States. A visit to Tempe is especially great for those looking to swap bitterly cold winter temperatures for picturesque landscapes in the Sonoran Desert and a delicious southwestern culinary scene. You can take fantastic day trips to Sedona,…
By Alex Kallimanis: Athens is the oldest European capital and the birthplace of democracy. The city draws millions of visitors every year for great nearby beaches and incredible sites like the Acropolis. As a dual Greek and American citizen, I’ve made many trips to Athens over the years and have stayed in a range of…
By Alex Kallimanis: Nuremberg has a dark past, but travelers today will discover a multicultural and welcoming town. I recently re-visited old college friends there, before covering a two day Frankfurt itinerary, in collaboration with Frankfurt Tourism, and was re-kindled with the medieval city’s charm. A Medieval castle on a hill, a picturesque old town…
