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Welcome to Traveleidoscope - The resource for people whose idea of a vacation is taking in everything a place has to offer!
Want to cycle, raft or kayak? We've done it! Interested in a unique museum ? We can recommend one! We offer suggestions for trips both near and far. Whether it’s sightseeing or scuba diving, we’ve probably done it and we'll offer inspiration for your next memorable vacation!
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A Long Weekend in Portland, Oregon
Last week, I wrote about how we got our trip to Portland, Oregon, for (mostly) free. This week, it's all about what we did. If you’re
A (Mostly) Free Trip to Portland, Oregon
Ever wonder how you can score a completely free trip? Well, I pulled it off (sorta)! Here’s how I got most of our expenses for our long wee
A Day at the Derby...Roller Derby!
It’s fair to say that everything I know about roller derby comes from (1) Saturday afternoon television where a station used to broadcast m
Edinburgh in 36 Hours
In what I would call a “speed round”, we managed to see Edinburgh, Scotland in a mere 36 hours! What? I know, that’s not a lot of time, bu
5 Places to Celebrate Halloween
Halloween will soon be upon us! Are you looking for somewhere to get your fright on? Ever wonder how other places celebrate the spooky holi
48 Hours in Iceland
Aah, Iceland…. This cool island is very hot right now. Travelers are beating a path just to get there. Well, we returned for a quick 48 ho
Faroe Islands Photo Tour!
Four incredible days in the Faroe Islands! Words really can’t describe how beautiful it is, so I thought I’d let the photos speak for...
Interview: Director General, Visit Faroe Islands
Breathtaking, windswept green cliffs. All the weather you could ever possibly want. More sheep than people. Looking for an adventure? ...
Glasgow – Go Pedal It!
So, you’re headed to Scotland and one of your stops along the way is the city of Glasgow. You’re looking for something besides the run-of-t
Photo Tour of Governors Island
What? Never heard of Governors Island? It's an awesome park just a short ferry ride off of lower Manhattan. And when I say short, I me
5 Cool Things to Do in …New Jersey?
Jersey is filled with nothing but industrial sites and toll roads. If you are from the east coast, particularly from New York, Pennsylvania
5 Reasons to Stop Over in Taipei!
When you think of vacations, Taipei probably isn’t the first destination that comes to mind, right? Yeah, I didn’t think so either, but we
Bucket List – Palau!
There are a few destinations that are on just about every scuba diver’s bucket list. Palau is one of those places.
3 Days in Hong Kong
The last time I was in Hong Kong, it was under British control, so I was curious to see what, if anything had changed. Well, as it turns ou
5 Tips to Do Napa on a Budget
You're joking, right? The name Napa evokes many things – wine, romance and unfortunately, expensive. In my experience, Napa is no barg
5 Reasons Why I love Saba
Unless you’re a scuba diver, chances are you haven’t heard of the Caribbean island of Saba. Why you may ask? Well, it’s not your typical Ca
4 Reasons Lima is a Great City
In my opinion, Peru’s capital city of Lima, is so underrated. Rather than seeing it as a destination, many people only see it as the airpor
5 Reasons to Visit Cusco
When people think of Cusco, Peru, it may only be as an intermediate stop between their arrival in Peru and their ultimate goal of seeing Mac
Guided vs. Self-Guided Cycling Trips
So, maybe you’re thinking of a different kind of vacation this time around. Instead of relaxing in your comfy beach chair sipping a fruity
5 Reasons to Love Ireland Beyond St. Patrick’s Day
With St. Patrick’s Day quickly approaching, some of us may have green beer and parades on our minds. Others may be thinking, “I should go to
Adventure in Queenstown, NZ
New Zealand is awesome for a gazillion reasons. Reason 3,942 might just be all the fun you can have, particularly in Queenstown, which is w
Drive Italy's Adriatic Coast
I LOVE Italy...to visit. While I fantasize about moving to Italy and living la dolce vita, I doubt that I’ve got the fortitude to survive t
Off the Radar - Gozo, Malta
No, Gozo is not a Muppets character. It’s one of three islands that makes up the archipelago country of Malta. And Malta has been getting a
Do the Danube on Two Wheels!
If you’re a cyclist, a cycling trip in Europe is probably on your “to do” list. A bicycling trip can be a ton of fun if the weather is grea
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