As Stephanie Rudolph embarked on her journey to celebrate turning 50, she set out on a remarkable year filled with exploration across eleven incredible countries: Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Turkey; Estonia, Finland, and Norway; Tulum, Mexico; El Salvador; Peru; Kenya; and Madagascar.   Each destination, from the ancient Silk Road cities to breathtaking fjords and vibrant cultures, promised unique experiences and […]

Every year, Travel + Leisure readers eagerly participate in the “World’s Best Awards” survey, casting their votes for their favorite cities, hotels, resorts, and more from around the globe. The results of the 2023 survey have been unveiled, revealing the top 25 favorite cities chosen by these dedicated travelers. While five out of seven continents made appearances on this year’s […]

Here’s Where You Can Escape the Winter Blues (While Social Distancing) 2020 has been a year and it’s not over yet. Long nights have already begun, and the frigidness of winter is coming. Fortunately, with thorough safety precautions in place, these destinations are waiting to welcome you in from the cold for some much-needed Vitamin D.   No Snow, No […]

While booking your next Mexico exploration, enjoy a complimentary dining experience including transfers at one of Mexico City’s best kept secrets, Villa Maria.   View this post on Instagram Mexicano, ¡mexicanísimo! . . . . #VillaMaria #VillaMariaPolanco #VillaMariaSantaFe #TradicionesVillaMaría #Mexicanfood #travelmexico #CDMX #food #foodie #antojo #gastronomia #MexicoLindoyQuerido #delicious #eating #foodpic #mexicanfood #CocinaMexicana #GastronomiaMexicana A post shared by Villa Maria (@villamariamx) […]

The Top 10 Trains to Jump on Board for your Next Big Trip! There are so many different forms of transportation to choose from, and each carries its own perk. You can shorten that travel time by flying between your destinations, or if you’re looking to meet other travelers, gain a sense of community by cruising from place to place. […]

For those of us living in the states, Mexico is the perfect getaway for those who don’t have the luxury of taking a long vacation as it is easily enjoyed in a short amount of time. No matter where a traveler hails from, Mexico is an absolute haven that can be enjoyed by those of virtually any interest. Some of […]

Yampu Triumphs as 10-Time Winner of World Travel Awards After Revamp Tenth consecutive win as Leading Tour Operator in South America, Mexico, and Central America comes after revamp and company expansion Stowe, Vt., July 5, 2016 – On Friday the World Travel Awards awarded luxury tour operator, Yampu Tours, with its tenth consecutive award over the last seven years as […]

According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), destinations at high altitude are at “minimal risk” for Zika virus, since the disease-carrying mosquitoes can only survive in humid climates. In this case, “high altitude” is considered to be 2,000 meters (roughly 6,500 feet). That means Mexico City; Quito, Ecuador; La Paz, Bolivia; and Bogota, Colombia are all cleared […]

This week on Instagram is dedicated to the world’s wonders Our selection features Egypt and its temple of Luxor, Mexico with its most famous pyramid, the Easter Island in Chile, the Saksaywaman wall and the Machu Picchu in Peru. The pyramid of Chichenitza in Mexico A photo posted by EXPERIENCE MORE WITH YAMPU (@yamputours) on Feb 29, 2016 at 2:27pm […]

Now that it’s summer, are you wondering why you didn’t book a vacation? It’s not too late. Take a peek at Yampu’s top ten budget summer trips! The Highlights of Bali — 7 Days starting at $2,608  To the uninitiated, Bali might seem like just another popular tourist destination, but for anyone who visits its shores it is impossible not […]

With the onset of Spring, warm weather and longer days, more of us are getting outside and thinking about that next trip. We want to move and delight in the rejuvenation of life – it’s our mental wake up from a long winter. How will you travel? While usually we focus on the “where” to go next, today we focus […]

Enjoy the luxury of taking the time to truly experience a magical part of the world by enjoying the leisurely pace of travel by train. There are some extraordinary trains that let you explore the world from this unique perspective. Here are a few of our favorites: Eastern and Oriental Express, south-east Asia “As the shining domes of 21st-century downtown Bangkok […]

It’s not the typical time for a vacation with the pending holidays, but sometimes it’s the perfect time to escape. Fall lets you recuperate right before that hectic time of year. It lets you take advantage of those built up vacation days that must be used before the New Year. Perhaps you don’t need a reason, and it’s just time […]