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Tips for Visiting Istanbul on a Stopover

Last updated on July 29th, 2024 at 03:30 pmIstanbul divides Europe and Asia along the Bosporous. Contemporary and old world highlights mingle in a buzzing city packed with unique contrasts. Turkiye’s largest city is worth the time of culturally curious travelers. Due to regional conflicts, many travelers are apprehensive to visit. Still referred to as Constantinople…

Romantic Hotels in North America

Last updated on February 12th, 2024 at 07:34 pmValentine’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…

Romantic Hotels in North America

Tempe: A Great Base to Explore Arizona

Tempe, Arizona enjoys around 330 days of sunshine a year, more than anywhere else in the country. Its picturesque landscape in the Sonoran Desert is also highlighted by a fantastic southwestern culinary scene. Hayden Butte and Tempe Town Lake offer outdoor activities right in downtown Tempe. You can also take fantastic day trips to Sedona, the Apache Trail, or even closer, to nearby Papago Park and South Mountain Park.

Just 4 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Tempe is easily accessible. A light rail system connects Tempe with the airport and Phoenix, so you don’t even have to rent a car if you don’t want to drive. A winter visit to Arizona makes for an excellent reprieve from cold weather climates.

A colorful sculpture and large cowboy boots outside the Arizona State University Art Gallery in Tempe, Arizona.

Best Hotels in Athens, Greece For All Budgets

Athens is Europe’s oldest capital. It is considered the birthplace of the foundations of western civilization. The city draws millions of visitors for world class sites like the Acropolis and great beaches around the mainland and Greek islands.

In recent years, many boutique hotels and apartments have been built to accompany a huge selection of hotels. Here are my tips for the best hotels to stay in Athens that are ideal for each travel budget!

view of the Acropolis from the rooftop terrace of the Grand Bretagne Hotel in Athens