Travel with Meena Archive

  • Why Finland Is The Best Place In The World To Visit Santa Claus

    Rovaniemi, Finland, is one of the world’s best places in the world to visit Santa and chase aurora.

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  • Finnair Is The Best Business Class Seat You’ll Find

    Flying business class on Finnair feels like zooming across the Atlantic Ocean in your very own private pod.

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  • How To See Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, in Three Days

    There’s more to Egypt than pyramids and temples. Head east to Sharm el-Sheikh for the warm clear water of the Red Sea.

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  • These Are The Best Local Foods To Try In Chicago

    There’s so much more to Chicago food than deep-dish pizza. Here’s what to to eat in the Windy City.

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  • How To See Sagrada Familia Without The Crowds

    You can experience Barcelona without the crowds, and it makes a huge difference.

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  • See The World’s Largest Sheet of Falling Water

    Victoria Falls is twice the height of Niagara Falls and nearly a mile wide, a combination that creates an epic waterfall worthy of your travel bucket list.

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  • Your Quickstart Guide To Visiting New York City

    New York City is one of the best cities in the world, and it really is worth it to visit.

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  • The Best New York City Hotels For Every Type of Traveler

    There really is a hotel for every type of traveler in New York City. Just prepare for it to be smaller and more expensive than you’re used to.

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  • Travel Books And Other Good Reads For Wanderers

    If you’re looking for inspiration for your next trip, travel advice or a better understanding of the world you’re exploring, this reading list is for you.

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  • The Best Places To Eat at Chicago O’Hare Airport

    With some of the best airport food in the U.S., Chicago O’Hare International Airport is one of the best airports in the country for hungry travelers.

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  • Where To Find The Best Deep Dish Pizza In Chicago

    Chicago is full of great deep dish pizza. This is a list of the city’s best deep dish, according to a local.

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  • Head To The World’s Largest Flower Garden For Spring Tulips

    If you’re looking for endless fields of Dutch tulips, you’re looking for Keukenhof.

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  • This is the Black T-Shirt I Never Travel Without

    This merino wool T-shirt dries quickly, holds up in the wash and is one of the most versatile pieces of clothing in my closet—and my suitcase.

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  • An Authentic Cinco de Mayo in 10 Photos From Puebla

    If you’re looking for an authentic Cinco de Mayo experience, head straight to Puebla, Mexico.

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  • The Best Après-ski Spots in St. Moritz, Switzerland

    Après-Ski, or the fun that happens after skiing, is a key part of a European ski vacation. St. Moritz is a glamorous—and delicious—place to experience it.

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  • How To Spend 48 Hours In Manila

    Manila is a modern city steeped in World War II history. Come here for good food, ample shopping and high-end luxury hotels that may actually be in your budget.

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  • A Dutch Day Trip Worth Its Weight In Cheese

    The centuries old Alkmaar Cheese Market is one of the best things to do in the Netherlands, and Alkmaar is one of the best day trips you can take from Amsterdam.

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  • How To Spend 48 Hours in Luxor, Egypt

    Two days is not a lot of time to dive into thousands of years of Egyptian culture. Here’s your guide to making the most of 48 hours in Luxor.

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  • The Best Gifts For Travelers

    If you can’t think of anything to get that friend or family member who’s always popping up someplace new, this holiday gift guide is for you.

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  • How To Spend 48 Hours in Cairo, Egypt

    With its noisy streets and intense traffic, visiting Cairo can be an adventure. Here’s your guide to experiencing the best of Egypt’s capital city in 48 hours.

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  • Advice for new skiers, from a new skier

    I’m proof you really can learn to ski in a few focused days, even in your early 40s. I was 41 when I first successfully skied down a hill in St. Moritz, Switzerland. I’m the most surprised of anyone that it actually happened. There were plenty of bumps and falls along the way, and there…

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  • Home for the holidays … or not

    It was the kind of holiday I had always wanted, and one I could never have had at home. I wouldn’t have it any other way.

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  • What To Do If Your Plane Is Evacuated Because of A Tornado

    It might seem like common sense to grab your phone and ID when running off a plane, but I can see how you could run off without those key items.

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  • Basel Is The Swiss Summer Vacation You’ve Been Missing

    If you haven’t been to Basel, Switzerland, you’re missing out. This city on the Rhine River is one of the most interesting places to visit in Europe.

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  • The Best Things To Do (and Eat) In Banff

    I’ve always thought of Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada, as a ski and snowboard destination but I was wrong. Winter isn’t even the most popular time of year to visit.

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  • This Swiss Luxury Hotel Will Make You Feel Like A Million Bucks

    This Kulm St. Moritz is a grande dame hotel in the Swiss Alps that oozes glitz and glam from the moment you step inside.

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  • This is The Most Norwegian Way To See Norway

    Train travel may be more iconic, but there are some places in Europe where a rail pass isn’t the best way to get around. Norway is one of them.

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  • What to Wear: Advice For Women Traveling In Egypt

    Egypt is a conservative Muslim-majority country where it’s customary to cover your knees and shoulders. I packed accordingly, and I’m glad I did.

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  • How To Experience Liechtenstein In 48 Hours

    Vaduz feels like a fairy tale sculpture garden filled with surprises. It is the capital of Liechtenstein, easier to get to than you think and worth the detour.

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  • The Secrets to Saving Money Every Time You Travel

    Travel can cost a fortune, but it doesn’t have to be that way. I’ve picked up lots of tips for saving money. These travel hacks stand the test of time.

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  • Why Now Is The Best Time To Visit New York And Chicago

    There’s only one trick to saving money on hotel rooms in expensive cities like New York and Chicago, but you might not like it.

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  • Skiing in St. Moritz Is The Ultimate Swiss Vacation

    St. Moritz is a high-end ski town in the Swiss Alps. It’s a splurge, but learning how to ski in St. Moritz is not as unattainable as I thought.

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