What would you say is the difference between a tourist and a traveler? Could one be more intuitive about the places that they visit? Is one more educated about the destination that they set foot on? One is more curious than the other…I’ll leave it up to you to figure out which one that is. A new exotic adventure that was only available to those of better monetary gains, have become available to even the most frugal of travelers. Mexico and Europe are on the minds of travelers who never thought it possible to visit these places and experience their culture. Even the United States, a true melting pot of different influences, has many different and eye-opening things to see.
Mexico has been an escape for many young college kids looking to leave their inhibitions at the door and just have a great time. However, Mexico is much more then just a haven for the rowdy number of 20-somethings that parade around in their bathing suites. The rich aroma of Mexican cuisine fills the air and makes you crave for some of their traditional dishes such as tacos, enchiladas or the lesser known milanesa; which consists of a thin slice of beef, or sometimes chicken or veil. There is a ton to see and do here, so it a good modus operandi would be to give yourself some time to explore. A nice little appetizer into Mexico might be this 3 night stay in Mexico City and 3 nights in Acapulco. Starting at $685 including airfare, this taste of two of the most celebrated places in Mexico will have you wanting more!
If you want to experience the Eastern Hemisphere on your journey to find more Latin flare, the big ticket is Spain. An absolutely gorgeous country in both history and scenery, the Kingdom of Spain is located mostly in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula. Bordered almost entirely to the south and east by the Mediterranean Sea; France, Andorra and the Bay of Biscay to the north and Portugal and the Atlantic Ocean to the west, this stop has many more then just Spanish influences. While the capital city of Madrid has preserved the look and feel of many of its historic neighborhood and streets, it still posses a modern infrastructure. Some landmarks include the Royal Palace of Madrid, the Teatro Real and the Prado Museum just to mention a few. While Costa del Sol (the Spanish Riviera) and Barcelona have a completely different feel. Barcelona is one of the most beautiful cities 9architecturally) I have ever seen, the streets are alive with people of all ages late into the evening. The versatility of this country can be found in most everywhere you visit. With this hors d'oeuvre you can visit 3 fantastic spots and spend two nights each in Lisbon, Barcelona and of course Madrid. This excursion includes air and starts at $855.
Cruising gives you more of what you’re looking for. This way of travelling combines the convenience of a hotel that takes you to many different areas around the world. From continent to continent and all points in between, this has historically been the way to view a lot of different places for economically sound pricing. Places all over the Caribbean, Central America can easily be accessed by ship. A growing number of people have acknowledged that cruising is a great way to explore different sides of the world. To prove this point, Vacations To Go has a number of discounted cruises starting at just $179.
So, whether you’re a traveler or a tourist, there is no reason why you should confine yourself to the mundane and follow the crowd. Get out there and explore different tastes and experiences. Travel more, spend less and see more on your next vacation.
