30th Annual NATJA Award Winners

Last updated on March 10th, 2023 at 10:50 pmThe North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) recently turned 30 years old. The mission of the organization is “to provide educational and networking opportunities to help members succeed in the evolving multi-platform journalism environment and travel industry with an emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.” NATJA…

View from the Eiffel Tower of Paris, France - 2022 NATJA Honorable Mention Award for Cultural Photography

The Future of Travel in 2022

Last updated on July 2nd, 2025 at 03:01 amBy Molly Barnes at Digital Nomad Life   As the stages and waves of the global pandemic proceed into the third year, travel continues to adjust to the changes. New variants and changing global hotspots are causing travel lockdowns across the world. And with no current end…

palm trees on the beach at sunset at Fred Howard Park in Tarpon Springs, Florida

Travel Conferences Around the World

There are many travel conferences, expos and markets around the world for travelers and the travel industry. Conferences offer valuable networking opportunities, with some offering virtual attendance at a reduced rate.

We’ve attended many travel conferences over the years, from Athens, Greece to Billings, Montana. Here are some highlights and tips for attending!

Catania, Sicily Square with cafe setting and blue skies.

Great Destinations to Visit in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is a great year round destination for travelers in the Mid-Atlantic. We recently lived in Washington, DC for 4 years and enjoyed taking many trips to the Keystone State (nicknamed that for its essential role in the founding of the US). Philadelphia even served as the capital of the country between 1790 and 1800.

The Laurel Highlands makes for a great couples getaway with a wealth of year round outdoor recreation from golf in summer to skiing in winter. Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site attracts visitors from around the world. Historic sites and culinary delights abound in destinations like Philadelphia, Gettysburg and York.

Kids (and many adults like us) love the chocolate wonderland that is Hershey’s Chocolate World. Huntingdon County is home to Raystown Lake, the largest in Pennsylvania, and a popular spot for summer recreation. These Pennsylvania destinations are great for outdoor activities like golf, kayaking and skiing, history and mouth watering food and drinks!

The exterior of Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater with the fall foliage and waterfalls

How to Spend One Week in Paris, London & Amsterdam

A week’s vacation in Paris, London and Amsterdam is a fantastic idea, especially for English-speaking beginners to European travel. London is the world’s grandest English-speaking city, with a wealth of world class attractions. Paris is one of Europe’s most elegant and romantic cities, with an array of highlights to dazzle your eyes and palate. Dotted with canals, Amsterdam’s historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world’s most bicycle friendly city. We previously lived in Amsterdam and know these European cities well. So here’s how to spend a great week in Paris, London and Amsterdam!

White church, a top a green hill and dusk sky in Paris