Commuters hold onto the hand railing in a city bus in Italy.

How to Be a More Conscious Traveler in 2026

It’s the age of enlightened tourism, and instead of running back and forth between attractions, people are more interested in connecting intentionally with the places they visit. This guide is all about rethinking the standard travel habits and learning how to become a conscious traveler.  But why should you travel with a conscience? What exactly…

Venice is one of the best places to travel to in Italy.
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19 Historical and Unusual Things to See in Venice

Venice, Italy, is the kind of place that constantly reminds you how old it is. The buildings are preserved artifacts from the past and the narrow walkways were clearly formed in a time before cars. There’s an abundance of unusual things to do in Venice because of how historical and unique the city is all…

The French flag hung inside of the Arc de Triumph
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6 Ways to Celebrate Bastille Day Like a Parisian (History and 2026 Updates)

Learning about history is one of the best ways to familiarize yourself with a country you’re planning to visit. If you’re wondering about Bastille Day in Paris, then you’re in for one of the most significant celebrations in the country.  Taking place every year on July 14th, Bastille Day (also known as Le 14 Juillet)…

Wondering how to spend 5 days in Prague? This itinerary guides you through the most unique Prague tourist attractions you can only do in the Czech capital.
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5 Days in Prague: An Itinerary for Culture, Art, and History

If you’re spending five days in Prague and wondering what to do with your time, then you’ve come to the right place! With an equal mix of busy tourist attractions and lesser-known things to do, you’ll find that my itinerary covers a wide range of interests. One of the things I loved most about Prague was…

An alleyway famous in the Prague Golem story
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Folklore in Prague: The Story of Golem & Representations of the Jewish Experience

Every ancient civilization has its share of folklore and superstitions. In Prague, the Jewish community was under constant surveillance, attack, and discrimination. The story of the Prague Golem is about a beast coming to life to protect its people. According to legend, this mysterious creature remains in a deep sleep behind a locked attic door…

Learn about the fascinated history of Haenyeo, the female free divers of Jeju Island.
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Meet the Haenyeo, Korea’s Grandma Freedivers

Off the southern coast of South Korea lies Jeju, a volcanic island celebrated for its ties to Korea’s seafood and fishing culture. But before there were industrial-sized boats and 100-men fishing crews, there were the Haenyeo divers. The Haenyeo are a group of trained women divers who hunt off the Jeju Island coast for squid,…

A street in Busan South Korea with pocha tents where people eat street food.
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Discovering South Korean Comfort Food in a Pocha

K-pop or K-drama lovers are already familiar with those funky, little red tents that crop up all over the streets in South Korea. Pocha is a shortened Korean term for pojang-macha, a streetside cart that serves drinks and food for cheap. These little businesses might be a moveable cart or a tent set up with…

A woman stands on a lake pier in northern Italy. This article talks about what it means to travel like a local.
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(Not So) Sustainable Tourism: 9 Surprising Habits That Hurt Good Travel Behavior 

I see you, good traveler. Sustainable tourism is only effective if there are sustainable tourists, and you are doing the most. Traveling by public transportation. Getting on the slow travel bandwagon. Travelers like us care about the people and places we visit, and have good intentions when we travel. Still, there is some bad news….

The view of Athens Greece from the Parthenon, which you can find in this guide on the cool places to go in Greece.
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Ecotourism, Slow Travel or Culture Travel: Choose Your Adventure

In 2000, a stunning little corner of the world made an appearance on the international stage. The Beach, featuring Leonardo DiCaprio, also showed Maya Bay, a scenic spot in the southeast corner of Thailand. In eighteen short years after the movie’s release, Maya Bay closed to the public, citing irreparable damage due to overtourism. On…

This epic 7-day road trip through Sicily includes a stop at the hilltop town of Taormina, discover more Italy travel guides on Earth To.
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Di Giovanna Winery: Where to Find Organic Sicilian Wine

Deep in the rolling hills of central Sicily, you’ll find a hidden spot for some of the best organic wine offered in all of Italy. If you’re a lover of Sicilian wine or just love a great wine tasting in the countryside, then rent a car and make the trip.  Wondering where to find organic…

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