If you have only 1 day in Palma de Mallorca, you can still have a meaningful experience, whether you’re visiting from a cruise ship or a beach town nearby. You can see a lot of this beautiful city on foot, from the markets to the Old Town sights to the harbor. Here’s what to do in Palma in a day, including what to see, where…
We spent weeks going back and forth on which beach town to book before we settled on Cala Ratjada, Mallorca. It’s on the far east coast and takes a little over an hour to reach from Palma, but it gave us exactly the mix we wanted. Is it also right for your trip to Mallorca? Here’s what the town is really like, what it costs…
If you’re connecting through Bangkok, a long layover is a great way to see one of the best cities in the world. We’ve been to Bangkok many times, and on our last trip we had an overnight layover at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) with time to explore some of our favorite things. But you must plan for the traffic. The drive from BKK into the city…
Malaysia often flies under the radar for travelers heading to Southeast Asia, but it shouldn’t. It is significantly more affordable than Singapore and, in our experience, consistently delivers great value. We aren’t saying you should skip the other iconic cities of the region, but adding at least 1 day in Kuala Lumpur is a smart way to experience a beautiful skyline and outstanding food markets…
If you’re flying Etihad, you’re likely connecting through Abu Dhabi, which is a beautiful city worth exploring. One day in Abu Dhabi is enough to see the main attractions and get a real feel for the city. We’ll show you how to spend 1 day in Abu Dhabi, from the airport transfer to the top sights, and a few tips we wish we knew ahead…
One day in Charleston is enough to walk the Historic District, eat a proper Lowcountry meal, and watch the sun set over the harbor. You can easily do a self-guided day in Charleston, or you can hop on a food tour and take a sunset cruise. This guide walks you through both choices with the best one day itinerary for those who want some structure…
Thinking about a trip to Cuba and not sure where to start? We had a few moments of pure confusion getting there, from the visa paperwork to a long hold at Havana immigration, but careful planning is what turned it into one of our most memorable trips. These Cuba travel tips for Americans walk you through every step, from the legal category to pick, how…
Any Washington DC travel guide can tell you to see the Lincoln Memorial. What they won’t tell you is that flying into the wrong airport can cost you three hours, that our summers are brutal enough to ruin a trip, or that the best value neighborhood to stay in is one most visitors have never heard of. We’ve lived in DC for 13 years. This…
One day in Washington, DC, is enough to see the highlights if you plan it right. We’ve lived here for 13 years, and the mistake most visitors make is trying to see everything and enjoying none of it. This one-day Washington DC itinerary keeps it simple with the best monuments and museums for a first visit, a couple of great meals, suggestions when traveling with…
If you’re flying to Europe on SAS, there’s a good chance you’ll have a long Copenhagen layover on at least one leg. That’s a good thing. Copenhagen Airport is close to the city and the train quick and easy. The center of Copenhagen is walkable, and you can see something meaningful without stressing about your next flight. We’ve done this layover more than once on…
