I've traveled to France twice in my life. The first time was when I was too little to remember. The second time was over five years ago, but it left some lasting impressions and I feel like I'm overdue for another visit. Luckily for my family and I, we have friends in France who live just a half an hour from Paris. Unfortunately for you, I have no experiences with hotels or bed & breakfasts in the area. From what I know, if you're willing to pay the price, you can find a place to stay just about anywhere in...

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There is nothing like traveling to remote and exotic destinations to experience thrilling and unforgettable adventures. For people who have had their fill of traveling to popular tourist destinations complete with guided tours and five-star accommodations, adventure travel might be the right kind of travel to rejuvenate their sense of wonder. We have compiled a list of adventure towns you should visit for once-in-a-lifetime experiences: Jackson, Wyoming Jackson is one of those places that produces an uncontrollable tingle down the spine of anyone who′s ever been there. Home to some of the most serious skiing in the world, anyone who′s boarded down...

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Now here is an interesting list. Originating from ShermansTravel, the following is a list of a few of the top 10 places to go before this year is over! Granted, you probably will not be able to make it to these places, but nevertheless, here they are. Perhaps you could visit these places next year because I'm sure that they will be just as good then. Tunisia:A Located in Africa, this beautiful place is somewhere that you have got to see with ruins of the ancient Phoenician city of Carthage and historic sites like the coliseum at El Jem. When you're...

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For those readers who regularly read the GLR, you know that we frequently take our kids to art museums (here is a past trip).A On a recent trip to the eastern shore of the Chesapeake area, I did a search and found a gem of a little art museum, The Biggs Museum of American Art in Dover, DE.A My parents live in Delaware, so for this trip two of my kids, my dad, and I made the trek to the museum.A Located in historic downtown Dover, the Biggs occupies the second and third floor of a...

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The mere mention of Argentina always conjures up pictures of passionate men and women, rich culture, and yes, even Eva Peron. The country′s reputation is certainly well-deserved, but it is important for a tourist to look beyond the obvious and see what Argentine really has to offer. This travel guide will let you explore the rich history of Argentina, its beautiful scenery, and its cosmopolitan cities. Below are the top places you should visit in Argentina: Buenos Aires Your travel to Argentina will never be completed without getting a glimpse of Buenos Aires. Dubbed as the Paris of South America, this...

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