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…

Algeria

17 members Latest Activity: Nov 4, 2021 Once a no-go due to Islamic terrorism, this North African country's full of desert eco, adventure, & history (8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites), from…

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…

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…

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;…

Business Travel

120 members Latest Activity: Aug 29, 2021

Whether you're a road warrior or corporate travel manager, post your questions, comments, and tips here. Maybe some of your frustrations will ease…

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…

RV'ing

26 members Latest Activity: Sep 3, 2021 Hitting the open road in an RV: full time or part time, it's fun time!

German Language/Teutonic Culture

29 members Latest Activity: Oct 5, 2021

Wilkommen, hier sprechen wir Deutsch and discuss the cultures of not only Germany but Teutonic countries and regions including Austria,…

Virginia

56 members Latest Activity: Oct 20, 2021 There really is a little something for everyone here, from colonial, antebellum and Civil War history to beaches and the great outdoors -- and of…

Nicaragua

51 members Latest Activity: Oct 30, 2021

Politics notwithstanding, this Central American country may be on its way to becoming one of the next hot eco-tourism destinations, with unspoiled…

Ukraine

32 members Latest Activity: Sep 21, 2021 Ethnically a mix of Russian and Ukrainian, Europe's second largest country has strong village and folk traditions, a beautiful Black Sea coast along…

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…

Maryland

38 members Latest Activity: Sep 23, 2021 Packing a lot into a small Midatlantic package, it offers urbanity (Baltimore, DC bedroom communities Rockville & Bethesda), beach resorts (Ocean…

Botswana

25 members Latest Activity: Aug 7, 2021 A relatively prosperous safari superstar in southern Africa, its also home to most of the continent's San (bushmen).

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…

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…

New Mexico

50 members Latest Activity: Sep 6, 2021 This Southwestern state boasts great skiing, tourism superstars like Santa Fe & Taos, plus Indian reservations & parks that're cultural &…

St. Lucia

33 members Latest Activity: Oct 23, 2021 Much more than your standard isle of Caribbee, with UNESCO World Heritage site volcanic peaks, particularly fetching resorts, great diving, and a…

Photography

226 members Latest Activity: Aug 28, 2021 Whether you're an amateur or a pro, here's a place to discuss techniques, gear, great places to take pictures, and more -- whether about travel,…