Hotels/Accommodation

258 members Latest Activity: Sep 21, 2021

Mom-and-pops, chains, boutiques, big, fancy properties -- whatever's great!

Pennsylvania

70 members Latest Activity: Aug 25, 2021 One of America's most historic states, it ranges from the urban flair (and grit) of Philadelphia and Pittsburgh to the bucolic beauties of the…

Casino/Gaming Destinations

27 members Latest Activity: Nov 13, 2021

The likes of Las Vegas, Macau & Atlantic City may be the big icons, but one of the world's biggest businesses, gaming, pulls 'em in all over…

Literature & Travel

53 members Latest Activity: Oct 4, 2021 So much of our travels can be enjoyed through the prism of literature. Some writers are intrinsically connected to a destination--e.g., Gabriel…

Boomer/Senior Travelers

112 members Latest Activity: Aug 15, 2021

Many older travelers have special wants, needs, and interests. So folks, this one's for you!

Birdwatching/Birding

72 members Latest Activity: Aug 30, 2021

Birdwatchers/birders are of course a special breed, and many in admiration of our fine feathered friends will go to the ends of the earth. In this…

Budget Travel

183 members Latest Activity: Oct 2, 2021 Making your buck, quid, etc. go further has never been more important in these times. Fortunately there are still tons of strategies for taking off…

Solo Travelers

95 members Latest Activity: Aug 17, 2021 Going it alone? Male or female -- and especially female -- you face your own special issues, problems, and of course joys. Let's hear all about 'em.

IFWTWA - Int'l Food Wine & Travel Writers Association

127 members Latest Activity: Sep 14, 2021 IFWTWA is a global network of journalists covering the hospitality & lifestyle fields & those who promote them. IFWTWA is a non-profit…

Honeymoons/Weddings

149 members Latest Activity: Nov 11, 2021

Whether you've already tied the knot or are looking to get hitched away from home, here are some strategies & destinations you'll fall in love…

Bars/Clubs/Nightlife

49 members Latest Activity: Nov 15, 2021

Your picks of the hottest nightspots (or dayspots, for that matter) across the planet. Bottoms up!

Inns/Guesthouses/B&Bs

298 members Latest Activity: Aug 17, 2021

For those who want a lower-key, more intimate (and often less pricey) alternative to hotels, motels, and resorts.

Backpackers & Hostels

84 members Latest Activity: Nov 25, 2021 It pretty much doesn't get more frugal than this. Even so, hostels these days can get surprisingly fancy!

Singles Travel

70 members Latest Activity: Nov 4, 2021

For many, travel isn't just about sightseeing but also meeting the locals -- and for singles, who knows where/when Cupid's arrow might strike?…

Romantic Travel

54 members Latest Activity: Aug 21, 2021 Doing things together--a beach sunset, a hot air balloon ride, strolling foreign city lanes, getting lost together; what's your idea of romantic…

PR/Marketing Forum

821 members Latest Activity: Nov 19, 2021

A clearinghouse for anyone promoting travel/food/lifestyle, to discuss common issues & offer information to journalists & the public. You…

Tourism Branding

162 members Latest Activity: Oct 16, 2021 For anyone in or interested in the tourism industry to explore issues associated with branding a country, region, destination, attraction, hotel,…

History & Archaeology

135 members Latest Activity: Nov 1, 2021

Shovel bum or history buff, if exploring the past is a big part of travel's allure for you, here's how to save while doing it, from hamming it up…

Media Corner

1444 members Latest Activity: Nov 20, 2021

Writers, editors, photogs, broadcasters & bloggers share tips, leads, ideas, news, gripes. PR reps/journos ISO press releases/trips, see also…

Spirits of Travel

81 members Latest Activity: Nov 8, 2021

Many are the countries that offer their very own fascinating & tasty distillations -- Scottish single malts, Mexico's tequila, Kentucky…