Category: Travel

Postcards provide rich historical documents. At their height around 1900, postcards served as “social archives”, blurring distinctions between producer and consumer; creating global and local networks; and transfiguring photographs into cultures of circulation. Curt Teich Company postcards at The Newberry display innovative forms of media that recognize that meaning and use depend on more than...

Are you ready to explore hidden destinations that remain off the radar of mass tourism? These unexplored gems boast beautiful landscapes, intriguing cultural experiences and unforgettable adventures that await. To locate hidden gems, take advantage of local recommendations or insights provided by community platforms or websites specializing in them. Speaking to staff at your accommodations...

Maria went to Argentina after experiencing a painful breakup and found comfort and clarity through travel. Although she didn’t find all of the answers she sought, the experience proved her capability of moving forward – something Oliver Jeffers’ story about an abandoned penguin appearing unexpectedly at his doorstep resonates with. Getting Lost As any traveler...

Tourism is an enormous industry that leaves an impactful footprint on both nature and local cultures. Sustainable travel reduces this impact while protecting nature while respecting local communities. Sustainability involves selecting destinations, accommodations and activities that adhere to sustainability principles. Furthermore, exploring less-visited sites helps alleviate overtourism pressure on iconic landmarks while supporting local economies....

Solo travel is an enriching journey that offers numerous advantages, including self-discovery and personal development. Although embarking on such an endeavor can seem intimidating at first, with proper planning and safety precautions taken any person can enjoy an incredible trip experience. Explore breathtaking landscapes or soak in historic thermal baths – these destinations are a...

Enjoy an entertaining romp through love, adventure and self-discovery from an author often described as the male “Eat Pray Love”. Enjoy delicious food & wine tasting in exotic locales; antique treasure hunting; cultural indoctrinations – plus much more. This memoir recounts Cheryl Strayed’s quest to hike the Pacific Crest Trail solo, which inspired a popular...

If the open road has ever felt magnetic to you, this book is for you. Combining storytelling with adventure to spark your imagination. Inspired by real experiences, this narrative-driven text game will grab every part of you that desires freedom and refuses to let go. Your choices will determine how the story plays out. Pet-Friendly...

The Accidental Tourist is an emotional healing book which explores human connection and encourages readers to reevaluate their routines and step outside of their comfort zones. Tyler’s adept storytelling keeps the reader engrossed throughout this gentle comedy about fundamentally good yet flawed people. Macon Leary Macon Leary finds himself alone and unhappy after the death...

Attracting authentic experiences may seem harder than ever in an age of picture-perfect travel destinations, yet with careful planning and an openness to exploring beyond brochures it remains possible to uncover the essence of any place visited. Search online travel forums for advice from family and friends regarding lesser-known attractions. 1. Explore with Locals Authentic...

Wanderlust is the undeniable urge that compels us to explore new landscapes, cultures and cuisines – an urge that compels us out from behind our daily grind and explore what lies just beyond the next corner on the road. Inspired by real-life travel experiences, this narrative text game will capture your travel fantasies and take...