Having a change of pace and scenery, a change to unplug and explore, and a break from normal life and responsibilities can be a great way to reset after a difficult month or year. Taking a break and exploring something new in some relaxing destinations can give us the boost we need to keep going, or help us relax and refresh. Who hasn’t experienced coming back from a vacation totally refreshed and ready to tackle whatever life throws at us next? With that said, we’re rounding up some of our favorite relaxing destinations to visit for when you just need a break, a chance to reset, or some time ..read more

The infamous jet lag can be a major drag on traveling. Whether it’s hitting you hard on vacation and making it difficult to relax and have fun. Or it’s hitting you hard when you get home and are left aboard the struggle bus trying to reintegrate with your daily life. What are the symptoms of jet lag? fatigue mood change lack of focus stomach issues trouble falling asleep at night or waking up in the morning Obviously these symptoms can be attributed to jet lag specifically when you’ve traveled across time zones. Your jet lag is probably going to be worse and last longer the more time zones ..read more

Okay so you’re going to study abroad. Congrats! Usually your college tuition you already pay to your school transfers over and your school will deal with all the expenses between tuition, housing and meals while you’re abroad so you don’t have to worry about that. But there is A LOT more that your wallet may want to be ready for when you’re headed to a new country. It’s time to figure out a study abroad budget! This is not the case for everyone, but most people save up a little because they know they are going to go all out when they study abroad. Go big or go home, right? Travel The first th ..read more

The country of Spain is home to a vibrant culture, rich history, and great food. It’s a perfect place for any visitor to Europe to take in, whether you’re heading for a short trip or a long semester abroad. Another huge benefit to visiting Spain is that it’s one of the cheaper countries to fly to in Europe from the US! While historically the best spots to fly to in Spain from the US were Madrid or Barcelona (and these can still be good options), there’s a new amazing city option for you to fly straight to: Málaga! Located in the south of Spain, Málaga has easy access to all of southern Spain ..read more

Studying abroad is a fun experience for many college students, but it’s also incredibly valuable for their future. Study abroad trips can help expand a student’s understanding of cultures and the world, give them an opportunity to learn a new language, and it looks great on a resume. Things that students learn from taking classes in a new country: Immersive language Culture Empathy Continued studies Job relevant experiences and skills See also: Why Every Student Should Consider Studying Abroad All that sounds pretty good. But let’s play devil’s advocate and consider, what’s the negative of ..read more

March 3rd marks World Wildlife Day, a holiday established by the UN in order to celebrate and bring awareness to the world’s diverse and beautiful ecosystems and wildlife. In honor of the day, take a look at 4 of the coolest ecosystems to see around the world! 1. Amazon Rainforest The Amazon Rainforest crosses between 8 countries, with over 60% of it being in Brazil. It is home to millions of plants and animals, many of which are endemic to the area and cannot be found anywhere else. What makes the Amazon a super cool place, full of biodiversity? Over 80% of all insects (nearly 2.5 million s ..read more

Believe us when we say solo travel can absolutely change your life. You call all the shots from destinations, to activities, to timeline, to what you’re going to eat tonight. But it can be scary too, especially when you factor in safety considerations. To help make your decision easier, we asked one of our fav content creators (and solo travelers), Ayanna, for five destinations that she felt were safe, accessible, and fun to visit for black women. But why should these countries be at the top of every solo black female traveler’s list? The locals are friendly and welcoming There’s a local app ..read more

Three-day weekend coming up? Need a break and have some vacay days you could use? Sometimes all you need to get a weekend trip on the books is a little inspiration—which is exactly what we’ve got for ya. Whether you live in the Northeast, the Southwest or somewhere in between, we’ve rounded up 10 of our top destinations for three-day weekend getaways. Grab some friends or go solo—where are you off to next? 1. New Orleans, LA Worth Waiting in Line For: Beignets at Cafe du Monde or Cafe Beignet. Cafe du Monde is hands-down one of the best (and oldest!) spots for the iconic NOLA treat. Cafe Beig ..read more

Everyone knows that the best cherry blossoms are in Japan, but when you can’t make that dream trip, there’s another option for you. Washington DC is home to thousands of cherry blossom trees, giving you the perfect destination for a quick visit (while still dreaming about that bucket list Japan trip someday). Ever wonder why there are so many cherry blossom trees in DC? Well the Mayor of Tokyo gifted 3,000 of them back in 1912. They serve as a symbol of friendship and peace between the US and Japan. When do the cherry blossoms bloom? The thing about cherry blossoms is that their peak window i ..read more

Planning for your next trip, but hoping you can stay connected with friends, music, and shows while on your flight? Whether it’s a quick flight or a long-haul journey it’s always nice to have the comfort of wifi on your own devices. No one likes to be stuck with nothing to do for hours in your plane seat. To make it easier, we’ve done our best to find information about free wifi on as many airlines as we could find it being available on. If the airline you’re looking for isn’t on our list we either missed it, or worse, they don’t offer any free wifi options. RIP. Airlines with free wifi all t ..read more