Georgia (Europe)

20 members Latest Activity: Oct 25, 2021

Ruggedly beautiful, full of history, with lovely wine country, skiing, beaches, and enthusiastically pro-Western, this country in the Caucasus is…

Illinois

45 members Latest Activity: Aug 4, 2021 Sure, it's home to big, brash Chicago, but there are a lot of lower-key historic and natural charms, too, including sites related to Abe Lincoln and…

Guadeloupe

17 members Latest Activity: Aug 3, 2021

The largest of the French West Indies, and also an integral part of France, this group with five major islands within a short ferry ride of one…

Peru

86 members Latest Activity: Nov 1, 2021 The Andes' most compelling country, thanks to attractions including bustling capital Lima with its colonial core; remnants of ancient civilizations…

Gay/Lesbian LGBT Travel

120 members Latest Activity: Aug 11, 2021

Every year the choices geared toward GLBT travelers -- from affordable to high-luxe -- keep breaking records. A queer business, indeed -- check it…

Hiking/Trekking

79 members Latest Activity: Sep 1, 2021

Over hill, over dale, all over the world...!

Washington State

71 members Latest Activity: Oct 15, 2021

Seattle's one of the USA's best cities for visitors, but the lures here are many: apple-growing & wine country, Mount Rainier & the…

Madagascar

17 members Latest Activity: Aug 13, 2021 A former French colony & one of the world's largest islands, this humid Indian Ocean melting pot is an eco/adventure wonderland with lots of unique…

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…

Sweden

49 members Latest Activity: Sep 14, 2021 Scandinavia's biggest country has had a long and influential history -- meaning lots of impressive architecture, historic sights, folklore, and…

Shopping the World

55 members Latest Activity: Nov 26, 2021 For everyone for whom shopping's a big part of the fun of travel -- whether it's for exotic souvenirs in Bali, custom-tailored suits in Bangkok, or…

Oregon

54 members Latest Activity: Sep 8, 2021 A diverse, mostly forested state of rugged coast, spectacular Cascades range, wine country, and kick-butt culture and urban scenes in in places like…

Hong Kong

45 members Latest Activity: Aug 29, 2021

Part of China but more freewheeling (though less so every year, since the mainland régime's anti-democracy crackdown), HK is at once hyper-urban…

Sober Vacations

19 members Latest Activity: Nov 22, 2021

A boon for many families – not to mention folks in recovery – there's a modest but sturdy segment of the travel industry focused on getting their…

Andorra

26 members Latest Activity: Nov 25, 2021 One of the world's smallest countries, up in the Pyrenees between Spain and France, is a charming anomaly, with its ancient churches & mountain vales…

Ireland

93 members Latest Activity: Nov 26, 2021 From rockin' Dublin to the remote Aran Islands, the Ould Sod offers some top-notch and diverse travel experiences, from high luxe to high adventure.

South Dakota

17 members Latest Activity: Nov 26, 2021 The better known Dakota thanks mostly to Mount Rushmore, as well as the Black Hills and Badlands it's got spectacular lake country, native American…

Kosovo

21 members Latest Activity: Jul 20, 2021 Now peaceful, Europe's newest country packs a lot into a tiny package: historic sites; eco/adventure'; both laid-back countryside & lively café life;…

Uganda

31 members Latest Activity: Oct 29, 2021 The silverback gorilla is the star but is also just one of the awesome variety of wildlife in this East African country. Here you'll also find the…

Cuba

73 members Latest Activity: Oct 10, 2021 Despite everything, the Caribbean's most impressive island offers one of the world's great travel experiences, from its music and culture to Havana…