Senior Travel - Domestic vs. International Travel
Should you travel to another country or explore your own? Find out about destinations, near and far, and read tips for traveling in other countries.
Overrated Destinations - Share Your List of Overrated Destinations
Some destinations truly aren't worth visiting. They're tourist traps or just plain boring. Worst of all are the places that look wonderful in a brochure and turn out to be grungy beyond belief. Help other travelers avoid vacation disaster; share your list of overrated travel destinations.
Some destinations truly aren't worth visiting. They're tourist traps or just plain boring. Worst of all are the places that look wonderful in a brochure and turn out to be grungy beyond belief. Help other travelers avoid vacation disaster; share your list of overrated travel destinations.
Should I Travel Abroad?
Visiting another country can be the experience of a lifetime. If you're feeling intimidated by the challenges of language barriers and unfamiliar customs, take a look at some of the pros and cons of international travel.
Visiting another country can be the experience of a lifetime. If you're feeling intimidated by the challenges of language barriers and unfamiliar customs, take a look at some of the pros and cons of international travel.
Driving Overseas
If you're renting a car in another country, do you have all the information you need? Find out where to locate driving information for your vacation destination.
If you're renting a car in another country, do you have all the information you need? Find out where to locate driving information for your vacation destination.
"Overrated" Travel Destinations You Should Visit
Every travel guidebook describes overrated destinations - those cities and attractions so crowded and touristy that they aren't worth visiting. Beyond the souvenir stands, though, you'll find historic buildings, museums, restaurants and neighborhoods worth seeing. We'll tell you about travel destinations that turn up on "most overrated" lists, but, in reality, are truly worth a visit.
Every travel guidebook describes overrated destinations - those cities and attractions so crowded and touristy that they aren't worth visiting. Beyond the souvenir stands, though, you'll find historic buildings, museums, restaurants and neighborhoods worth seeing. We'll tell you about travel destinations that turn up on "most overrated" lists, but, in reality, are truly worth a visit.
Historical Reenactments 101
Historical reenactments bring past events to life. Authentically-costumed reenactors gather at or near a historic site and re-create a battle or famous event. Learn what to expect at a reenactment and how to make the most of your reenactment experience.
Historical reenactments bring past events to life. Authentically-costumed reenactors gather at or near a historic site and re-create a battle or famous event. Learn what to expect at a reenactment and how to make the most of your reenactment experience.
How to Find International Travel Safety Information
If you're planning a trip abroad, it's always a good idea to find out about local conditions and international travel safety problems before you leave home. Find out how to research safety issues before you book your next trip.
If you're planning a trip abroad, it's always a good idea to find out about local conditions and international travel safety problems before you leave home. Find out how to research safety issues before you book your next trip.
Choosing a European Destination
Let James Martin, About.com's Guide to Europe for Visitors, help you choose your next European vacation spot.
Let James Martin, About.com's Guide to Europe for Visitors, help you choose your next European vacation spot.