Articles by JC Santos
'Tech Bag' Could Be Hand-Carried In Airports And Guarantee Multiple Travel Stays
Standard Luggage Co.'s Carry-on Backpack is an ultimate tech savvy traveler's backpack. It can be hand-carried in airports while keeping more than six days worth of clothes. Once a Kickstarter project, the backpack's design could dominate the luggage industry for frequent travelers
Five Family-Friendly Hotel Chains For 2017
Family-friendly vacations top the list of many families during the first quarter of 2017 and these perfect children-oriented vacations -- or even staycations -- are just what they need to save and enjoy the experience.
Five Locations From 'Assassin's Creed' Videogames That Are Still Standing
"Assassin's Creed " videogames and its movie has featured amazing real-world locales during the prime of their time. As a form of virtual tourism -- including the ability to climb and rappel down historic structures -- the accuracy of the historic structures is truly amazing in-game and in real life.
Five Places To Get The Best Ramen In LA
Instant ramen's taste does not compare to the authentic taste of prepared ramen. Thanks to globalization, one only needs to travel a few blocks in Los Angeles to find the five best ramen restaurants to ease the craving
Anthony Bourdain-Recommended Spots In Japan
Anthony Bourdain has visited plenty of restaurants and spots in Japan, but he could not hold back his appetite or his admiration from these five Japanese locations that have made an impact on him.
First Time In Montreal? Here Are Five Things You Should Do
Montreal in Canada was once the country's commercial capital before it conceded to Toronto in modern times. However, the city's history still echoes the former capital's amazing history, culture and architecture that still lives up to this day.
Shopping In Tel Aviv: Five Markets You Must Not Miss
Tel Aviv's history and culture are enthralling and immersive often overshadowing the hidden retail delights for the avid shopping traveler.
Want To Be A Hermit? This Austrian Town Needs You
Anyone who can live without television, the internet, running water and heat, and is willing to listen to people after a day of cutting wood, collecting water and performing a day job is a prime candidate for the hermit life offered in Saalfelden in Salzburg, Australia
Morocco For First Timers: Five Things You Must Not Miss In Marrakech
Morocco is not for the queasy foodie but it is for travelers looking for the spiritual and beautiful side of the Middle East. Aside from spiritual and beautiful, there are plenty of amazing things new Morocco travelers can try in the old city.
The Role Of Artificial Intelligence In Travel
Artificial intelligence may not be too malicious as Hollywood portrays them. In the future, they will become the world's best travel agents.
Five Infant-Friendly Destinations For 2017
Babies fly free but could be a handful for certain vacation destinations. Luckily, there are vacation spots that truly cater to travelers journeying with youngsters.
Budget Travel 2017: A Look At This Year's Cheapest Travel Destinations
Planning to travel worldwide has never been easier with the many destination options travelers have. Weakening currencies and expanding local traveler-oriented businesses make 2017 a great year for tourism worldwide.
Visiting Jaipur, India? Here Are The Five Things You Must Not Miss
Tired of the urban sites in New Delhi and Mumbai? It is time to move on to Jaipur where history, elephant rides and quiet amazing mountainsides await the avid Indian explorer.
Splurge In These Luxurious Accommodations In Mumbai
Mumbai, formerly Bombay, has modernized with bustling businesses and a growing market of tourists. Hotel chains have stepped up their services to provide the ultimate luxury experience for foreign travelers.
Travel And Save The Environment: Five Great Ecotourism Trips
Raising travelers' awareness of preserving the environment while enjoying everything what nature has to offer is a great way to spread the message of saving the environment. Plan for an ecotour today!
Ski All Year In 2017: Resorts That Are Open All Year Round
Ski resorts only remain open for a quarter and then close down for the rest of the other seasons. Fortunately, skiers can enjoy skiing all year round in these global destinations.
Five Great Camping Spots Outside Of America And Europe
Tired of the backyard camping trip every month? Head outside the country and experience beachside camping -- or even camping underneath the stars in the desert. The US and Europe are not the only ones with amazing camping grounds -- they are all over the world.
Travel To Uganda: Five Vacation Spots Guaranteed To Pamper You
Uganda is not often on many travelers' bucket lists. But if travelers' bucket lists are all about relaxation, one should never miss Uganda's unique boutique hotels, beachside lodges and amazing natural wonders.
Thailand Tourism 2017: Country Expects $50B Revenue In 2017 By Concentrating On Independent Tour Groups
Thailand's tourism economy is eyeing Chinese "Free, Independent Travellers" who rely on technology to book their flights, hotel stays and tours in Thailand and expects to create $50bn in revenue for 2017 after closing down abusive and tourism-damaging Chinese-run "zero dollar tour" agencies.
The Five Most Important Vacation Preparation Tips For 2017
To relax in 2017, one must understand that relaxation is not exclusive; mental preparation, the letting in of "good stress" to replace the bad ones and managing one's expectations is all that is needed to have an amazing 2017 vacation anywhere on the planet.
The Best Destinations For Tech-Free Vacations
Hate that email ding? Want to resist the temptation to check social media updates? Go to a place without WiFi, mobile service and even television. Detoxifying from the digital world is only a ride away -- mostly a flight -- and can be more affordable than one could imagine.
Five Destinations With Strange Modes Of Transportation
Sled rides downhill everyday to travel from one town to another. Elephant rides from point A to B. The world never ceases to amaze with strange transportation in the form of bamboo trains, coconut taxis and canal rides.
The World’s Most Hi-Tech Hotels
Aside from robot concierge, bellboys and butlers, the world's most hi-tech hotels offers instant artists that create artworks of guest photographs taken by the entrance and offer free iPhones and Google Glass to enhance guests' experience in the hotels.
Travel Tips: The Best Theme Parks In Paris
Paris is a host for many art galleries, grand hotels and historically-rich museums. But kids can get tired of these. Aside from the amazing Disneyland Paris are other theme parks that have actual history moving or some off-the-charts rides.
The Best Rooftop Bars In Singapore
Singapore is not just about the country's best offerings during daytime. Come night are rooftop bars that offer endless delights to travelers from all over the world.
Hollywood Movies Still The Best Travel Agents In The World
The blur between movies and the real-world is not only due to virtual reality. Real-life and enhanced locales in movies have created "emotional connections" for audiences who become "film tourists" visiting the shooting destinations of their favorite films.
'The Great Indoors': Videogame Tourism Taking Travelers Beyond Their Wildest Fantasies
Videogame tourism -- along with virtual reality tourism -- takes travelers to frontiers unknown in the past, the future and even beyond their imagination.
Five Best Bargain Shopping Destinations You Cannot Pass Up This 2017
Bargain shopping still not good in the country? Join the number of travelers going for shopping tourism in 2017 in these destinations!
‘Slum Tourism’ Spreads Awareness Of The World's Poverty; Five Best Slum Tour Destinations
Despite its ethical controversy, "slum tourism" is gaining huge popularity among Western tourists. Five of the world's biggest slum tour destinations show the other side of poverty -- whether it be a positive or gritty note.
Travelers Can Learn More About History By Experiencing It In-Location Firsthand Through VR Technology
Virtual reality is more than an entertainment tool; the device can take you places and make you feel you are part of the experience. Travelers can finally journey the world in their own living rooms or experience the "virtual history" of a city ruin or a country's ancient landmark during its heydays.
