Jungle-clad Mayan ruins, centuries-old villages with lovely cobbled streets, white-sand beaches and world-class diving along the world’s second-largest barrier reef: Honduras has it all, in spades. Yet the country sometimes gets unfairly overlooked due to its recent turbulent history. And many of its varied charms are still under-explored compared to those of its nearest neighbors. Entering
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East Texas is famous for its towering loblolly pine trees, but you might not know a swath of that pine forest migrated down to Central Texas’s Bastrop County. How this lowly pocket of pine forest ended up 100 miles away from its eastern home is unclear – what is clear is that these “lost pines”
Cape Cod may not be the first destination to come to mind when thinking of budget travel, but there are plenty of ways to stretch your dollars while still enjoying the best of the Cape. Here are a few of our favorite money-saving tips. Ready to start planning? Sign up for our weekly newsletter and
From the late Victorian era to the middle of the 20th century, Indiana was a powerhouse of manufacturing and agriculture, but civic-minded Hoosiers were determined to make their capital city of Indianapolis more than a crossroads in a cornfield. The museums they founded were so substantial and innovative that they continue to stand out to
It’s easy to think the Gulf nations are always hot. But Qatar’s scorching summers are bookended by surprisingly pleasant weather for exploring this corner of the Arabian Peninsula, with rainy days a rare event at any time of the year. Still something of an emerging travel destination, Qatar rarely feels crowded, allowing for a refreshing
It’s fair to say that no single person has had such a powerful and lasting effect on modern-day South Africa as Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela. His memory lives on in the minds of the people and is immortalized in statues, museums, exhibitions and monuments across the country. As a visitor to South Africa, if you hope
Cuban cuisine has come a long way in the last decade. Until the late 2000s, shortages were a way of life, and the nation’s default snack was a sandwich stuffed with tinned ham and rubbery cheese (the real Cuban sandwich is an invention of Cuban Americans in the US). Reforms in the early 2010s widened
London is huge, fast-paced and packed with world-class things to do, see and experience. With so many options it can be hard to know where to start, whether you’re a first-time visitor or coming back for more. You could be taking advantage of free entry at top art galleries and museums, learning about the city’s history, or
Hiking offers adventurers a low-cost way to explore. One of the prevailing trends in travel this year is the continued surge in hiking and outdoor recreation. Coupled with beautiful scenery and friendly trail neighbors, it’s a fantastic way to vacation. As gear improves and new trails open, it’s now even easier to spend long periods
Whether you’re an avid fan of architecture, thrive on culture, or simply crave stamps in your National Parks passport, the 2400 sq miles of land within the Pocono Mountains doesn’t disappoint when it comes to saving money. If you want to experience history or connect with nature without busting your budget, here’s our guide to
The lure of the Dominican Republic and its promise of sun-drenched days spent sipping tropical concoctions at the swim-up bar of an all-inclusive resort consistently attract visitors. And to be fair, the resorts cater to every traveler’s needs — so there’s really no need to leave a property with a seemingly endless stream of food,
An early product of the budding American conservationist movement in the 1910s, Montana’s Glacier Park is a poster child for the US National Park movement and ranks alongside the likes of Yellowstone and Yosemite as one of the United States’ most awe-inspiring natural wonders. A lone road bisects a brilliant landscape of towering crown-of-the-continent mountains
Founded by the Romans and polished into honey-colored grandeur by the Georgians, the ancient spa city of Bath is renowned for its architecture. Whether you’re in search of Bridgerton backdrops or ancient Roman marvels, Bath’s historic buildings make this one of the prettiest cities in southwest England. With a staggering 5000 or so listed buildings
If warm weather, sky-high rooftops and glorious biodiversity tickle your fancy, then the right time to visit Panama City is…any time. Panama is a tale of two oceans – and two seasons, wet and dry. Just 9 degrees above the equator and outside the hurricane belt, the country’s position makes it a sun-drenched destination year-round. Its
Finding free or cheap things to do in Mexico‘s Los Cabos is challenging, but it’s not impossible. From hole-in-the-wall taco joints, to hotels that offer rock-bottom shoulder season rates, and unparalleled natural beauty that is free to everyone, you might be surprised at the budget deals and experiences available. So don’t write Los Cabos off
One glance at Salzburg’s fanciful baroque palaces and domes, its mountain backdrop and its insanely turquoise river, and it’s love. We get it – you won’t want to leave. But do. When the streets heave in peak summer, there’s plenty to see (and far more peace to be had) just a quick train ride or
If you’re looking for the road less traveled, you’ll find it in North Carolina. The scenery across the state ranges from rugged mountain vistas where Daniel Boone once traveled to the sandy coast where wild horses roam. While it’s possible to explore by bus or train, there’s nothing quite like navigating the state’s curving roads
Central America’s most cosmopolitan capital, Panama City has something for everyone, from world-class museums to trendy rooftop bars, fascinating history to phenomenal viewpoints, with wildlife-filled forests and sublime beaches right on the doorstep. While you may get more bang for your buck elsewhere in the region, there are still free (and almost free) things to see and
Set with botanical gardens, art-filled lawns and hidden woodland retreats, Porto is a city with greenery woven into the urban landscape. Locals and visitors alike flock to the many parks around town for picnics, exercise and unstructured time with the kids. Porto’s unique topography – hello, hillsides! – also offers some prime spots for watching
Whether you’re fresh off the Pacific Crest Trail with very few pennies to your name or you’re passing through on a shoestring budget, there is so much to explore for free in Bend. For a no-cost day out and about in the high desert, throw on a day pack filled with a fold up river