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Las Vegas is well known for its Strip, a roughly four-mile stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard lined with a remarkable assortment of resorts and casinos. From the Stratosphere on the north end to Mandalay Bay on the south, the Las Vegas Strip offers up a sensory overload of adult-themed fun. But if you have had your fill of slot machines and Cirque du Soleil, there are plenty of entertainment options a short drive away. Here are 10 of the best day trips from Las Vegas: Hoover Dam 35 miles from [...]

The Land of Enchantment is filled with surprises. Take a journey with us through the great state and learn everything you need to know about New Mexico along with a few things that no one probably needs to know. […]

The Arizona capital was established in the south-central region of the state when President Ulysses S. Grant obtained the first land patent in the early 1870s. Within the next decade, the Phoenix community began to grow. Today, the Salt River Valley destination has nearly 1.5 million residents. The scenic location is largely surrounded by mountain ranges and the metropolis boasts a wide range of attractions that appeal to a wide selection of interests. If you are planning an upcoming trip to Phoenix, below are a few suggestions of things you [...]

If you are planning to take a trip outside of your home country, you should always plan what you will do in case of a medical emergency. This is especially true if you or a loved one have a pre-existing condition or may be susceptible to a serious illness or injury. Below are a few things to consider so that you can make your upcoming vacation safe and salutary, as well as fun. Pack for Problems A first aid kit is a basic precaution for small things like cuts. You [...]

If you are planning to travel by plane for the holidays, you’ll want to make sure to prepare yourself for a variety of potential challenges that may arise. With lots of people all traveling at the same time, coupled with possible winter weather conditions in many parts of the country, airport travel during the holidays may not always be a smooth process. If you happen to be one of the many holiday travelers that are going to visit friends or family over Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years, we have a [...]

Have an upcoming trip planned with your parents or other senior family members or friends? Traveling with seniors requires advanced planning and you must think through a variety of possible scenarios to ensure you are able to handle any situation which may arise during your trip. Check out our complete guide below for a variety of tips and advice to consider when traveling with seniors. With this advice in hand, we hope your future trips with seniors are smooth and safe! Have your own tip for traveling with seniors that we didn't include in our guide? [...]

Movies have been filmed, stories told and nightmares dreamt about weary travelers and airport horrors. And all fiction has its base in elements of truth. We've compiled a list of the worst places to fly through in the United States. When planning your next flight, it's wise to avoid connecting flights through these pitiful stops if at all possible. Number 5: Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) A number of customer reviews give Newark Liberty a one-word rating: Dumpy. Another big complaint is lack of WiFi connections, poorly maintained bathrooms, and [...]

Whether you are still in the planning mode for future travel or you are in the airport waiting to board for your flight, there are a wide variety of iPhone apps that will help tremendously with your trip. Ranging from price alert booking engines to making packing easier, we have something on this list for every traveler. So without further delay, take a look at our top pics for new iPhone apps that will be able to help you on your next trip. Hopper: Airfare Price Prediction Flight pricing is [...]