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Where Else We Would Live if We Could

Bridge Street/Oyster Wanderlust runs rampant in this office. Everyone is always “off to” or “just back from,” and there’s a steady stream of chatter about trips and destinations. Many of us plan to call New York home for the long haul, but in spending our days consumed with all things travel, thoughts about living in…

The Best Birthday Trip for Each Month of the Year

This year, when your loved ones inevitably ask you what you want for your birthday, don’t default to the predictable options like a sweater or a spa day — unless it’s a thermal spa in Japan, of course. Think outside of the department-store gift box and treat yourself to an unforgettable present — an experience…

6 Ideas for Retirement Travel

Now that you’re officially off the clock, it’s time to start a new hobby, learn a new language, and see the world. Speaking of the latter, there are few places that are best saved for your golden years — when you have money in the bank, time on your hands, and a renewed spark of…

How to Plan the Perfect Mother-Daughter Trip in Paris

The City of Light is also the city of love, and that includes the special bond between a mother and a daughter. Whether your mini-me is a toddler, a sassy teen, a recent college grad, or a mom herself, Paris is an ideal destination to experience together. At the same time, it can feel a…

Where to Travel in Europe in Your 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s

With so many different countries (44 to be exact) and cultures, Europe is likely to be a lifelong source of wanderlust for many travelers. So where should you travel and when? Any of the continent’s destinations are a draw at any age, but to help you narrow things down — and get your travel juices…


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Our New Year’s Travel Resolutions

It’s that time of the year again — when the stale, clichéd New Year’s resolutions start pouring in (lose weight, eat healthier, spend wisely, you know the drill). And as important as all of those ambitions are (and as earnest as you may be when you make them), they’re usually a distant memory by the…

Inside the Life of an Oyster Hotel Investigator

Many lust after the idea of traveling full-time — of swapping their cramped cubicle for a nomadic lifestyle — but Alexandra Creange, a New Jersey native, is one of the lucky few who actually get to call globetrotting her 9-to-5 gig and the world her office. A frequent flier, Creange has visited the beaches of…

The 10 Best Ways to Celebrate Your Dirty 30s Around the World

There’s something about turning 30 that feels a little complicated. It’s exciting, of course, but also a bit daunting. After all, aren’t you supposed to be an adult by now? Don’t worry, though, because we’ve got 10 great ideas for 30th birthday getaways. And no — we’re not talking about a cute dinner with your…

Oyster.com Editors Share Their Biggest Travel Disasters

You’ve made your plans, booked your trip, and set off on what should be a highlight reel of gorgeous sunsets, memorable meals, and great company. And then — disaster strikes: Your wallet gets nabbed; your car breaks down; or you’re checking into the ER instead of the hotel. This is why the gut-punch of a…

8 Incredible Spiritual Sites Around the World

Whether they’re naturally formed or manmade, intricately detailed or strikingly simple, spiritual centers around the world offer a therapeutic place to reflect. Each has a fascinating past — some with roots in prehistoric times and many that have earned UNESCO World Heritage status. From an ashram in an Indian forest to a Buddhist temple on…


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