Understanding the Importance of Travel Warnings

Frequent fliers and holiday travelers often overlook a critical safety and security aspect. You might conjure up romantic images of a leisurely holiday in faraway Côte d'Ivoire or Haiti, or perhaps a multi-million dollar sale in Syria, however, you may be shocked to know that your government currently considers both these destinations to be a highly dangerous place and advices you to avoid it at all costs. Few are aware that the US Government regularly issues travel warnings for its citizens. After all, when the lure of a well-earned holiday or the greed for the big bucks draw you to a foreign place, why would anyone in their right mind consider something as boring as US government travel warnings? Read On...

Top 5 Destinations on the US Travel Advisory List

Ten Great Travel Adventures for 2012

by Kraig Becker

A new year always brings new possibilities, particularly in the realm of travel. With 2012 now officially underway, it is time to start plotting our adventures for the year ahead. This year, rather than share yet another top ten list of adventure travel destinations, we thought it would be fun to recommend some highly specific adventures instead. These are unique journeys that will take you to the very ends of the Earth and deliver a travel experience that simply can't be easily found elsewhere. Read On...

Top 10 Travel Destinations for 2012

By Mark Johanson

Around this time of year, wanderlust travelers raise a Champagne glass and spin the globe in search of the next great destination for the coming year.

But where to go?

Creating a list of the top travel destinations for 2012 involved a compressive look at global history, economy, and geopolitical happenings. Some destinations will host major global events in 2012 while others boast a front row seat to the "end of the world."

Some spots on the list are must sees before they're forever changed, while others are emerging markets for intrepid travelers.

For those looking to glimpse back in time, two sites on the 2012 list offer a chance for reflection - but if you're after reflection of a different sort, there's one up-and-coming island destination that boasts untouched sand and dazzling azure sea.

Where do you want to go in 2012? Read On