Mariana Zapata
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America’s Best Ritz-Carlton Properties Will Have You Dreaming
One of Marriott’s — and the world’s — most recognized hotel brands, the Ritz-Carlton is synonymous with opulent luxury. Every single...
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Most Visited Countries in Europe
The most visited country in Europe also earns the top spot for the world. In fact, European countries account for some...
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Incredible Small Desert Towns With Fewer Than 10,000 Residents
The U.S. is blessed with a whole range of ecosystems that travelers can enjoy. But while we love the mountains and...
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Highest-Rated Budget Hotels in the U.S.
When people think of budget hotels, dirty walls with mold and roaches crawling through the floor often come to mind. And...
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TikTokers Say It’s Cheaper to Ski Abroad — and They’re Right
Ski season is here and it’s bringing new social media trends that are leaving people baffled. The main one has people...
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Canada Is Weird, and These Maps Prove It
Canada is simultaneously the second largest country on Earth and the 35th most populated. A large swath of this gigantic land...
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These Affordable Vacations Will Help You Beat the Winter Blues
The holidays are often the most expensive time to travel. But if you choose your destinations correctly, they could also be...
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Most Magical Christmas Markets in the U.S.
Though Christmas markets are usually associated with winter in Europe (particularly Germany and Austria), you don’t have to take an international...
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We Asked AI for Travel Recommendations and Were Disappointed
Generative AI has taken the world by storm, threatening to change almost every aspect of modern life. Of course, travel planning...
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I’m a Professional Travel Writer — and These Are the Places I’d Never Go Back To
I’ve dedicated most of my adult life to traveling, checking off over 40 countries and territories (five of which I’ve lived...
DestinationsMariana ZapataDecember 5, 2024