As recently as 2023, the term pura vida finally entered the dictionary of the Real Academia Española, which defines the words and phrases used across the Spanish-speaking world. This particular ...

1. You can travel with other Rochesterites (and invite people you know). Because, from October 12-20 of 2026, Rochester Magazine will be partnering with Collette Travel for a 9-day trip to Costa Rica, ...

Forget what you think you know about the built-up Spanish Costas. The aptly named Costa de la Luz — or ‘Coast of Light’ — is a quiet stretch along Andalucía's lesser-visited Atlantic seaboard, where ...

Our capital draws attention in a new Lonely Planet guide that points visitors toward its key districts. Writer Sarah Gilbert portrays the city, called “Chepe” by us locals, as a mix of art, history, ...

Vehicle owners across Costa Rica can now access details and settle payments for the 2026 marchamo, the annual road circulation permit. The Instituto Nacional de Seguros (INS) opened its online system ...

Where to start exploring London for the first time, a city of roughly 10 million people with its endlessly diverse neighborhoods and trendsetting culture? Even if you speak the same language, it’s ...

As a Florida local, I have long enjoyed spending time in the historic city of St. Augustine. I like visiting during less-busy seasons and often grab coffee at The Kookaburra. The area has beautiful ...

How dupe destinations, off-season timing and ground travel save money in the popular and increasingly expensive Central American country. The two-tiered cascade of Nauyaca Waterfalls creates a natural ...

If you’re one of the 5.5 million Californians who use CalFresh — the state’s version of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, sometimes referred to as food stamps — you’ll have seen your ...

The government shutdown has temporarily closed many of Washington’s go-to spots for tourists, including the free Smithsonian museums. But if you’re coming to town during the shutdown, your itinerary ...