Seattle is the largest city in the state of Washington, and you just might be familiar with the city thanks to movies like “Sleepless in Seattle” and TV shows like “Grey’s Anatomy.” Beyond what you see on TV, this West Coast seaport has so many great things waiting to be discovered – especially if you’re visiting with your family. You might even be surprised how many great family friendly things that there are to do in Seattle!

On a recent trip to Scottsdale, Arizona, travel writer Lavanya Sunkara stayed at The Boulders Resort & Spa. Here’s her take on the experience.

Natural wonders, icons and landmarks; they are often the defining points of cities, countries and even continents. They can become symbols of their destinations and a reason for an increased tourism boom, especially if there are special events occurring! What happens when you ask a travel blogger to give you the lowdown on the best landmarks in Europe? You get a top 10 list of some wanderlust-inducing destinations from all corners of this cultural continent…

The charm of speakeasy bars isn’t just that they are secretive, it’s that they offer an indelible atmosphere best experienced in New York City, where people love their booze with a side of intrigue. With hidden entrances, vintage decor, and inventive cocktails, these gems lure people with their exclusivity and the spirit of the Roaring Twenties. They might be hard to find, but it will be worth the effort!

Why would you want to add several hours to your road trip between San Francisco and Los Angeles? Because the Pacific Coast Highway in California has some of the best roadside ocean views in the world. Also known as State Route 1, it’s 655 miles of gorgeous scenery along the west coast’s best cities, towns and rural nature. So take the long way around, savor the moment and see a little bit of California’s beauty.

As a female, when you are planning on traveling solo, you will receive a lot of warnings from your friends, family and even strangers. You’ll undoubtedly face many people who will try anything to scare you out of your solo travel adventure. However, many fearless females have gone before you in discovering the world and there is no reason you could not be one of them. These are the best countries to travel to as a solo female traveler.

You love to travel and you love your girlfriends. The idea of your squad heading somewhere new and exciting can be a thrill – especially when it’s to celebrate your upcoming wedding! Dreams of somewhere tropical, a giant urban city or even a thrilling ski weekend are all an exciting prospect. You can’t wait to let your bridal party know of your big plans. However, destination bachelorette parties can be a lot of work and might be more trouble than it’s worth if not done correctly. Here are some guidelines to help make everything go smoothly so you and your ladies can have an incredible getaway together.

Not everybody is gifted with a structured mind and the power of planning. However, planning ahead of your road trip can spare you stress, time and money. This is why we have collected a few tips on stress-free road trip planning to help you on your way. From preparing your car, to planning your route, and organizing your baggage: this is how you plan a road trip successfully.