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After hearing great things about the Quilotoa Loop in Cotopaxi Province, Anne Davis used her boyfriend’s visit to Ecuador as a good excuse to find out for herself what all this talk was about. The couple was met with surreal views, quaint villages and friendly locals as they drove from valley to valley through the backcountry. The verdict: “Cody and I agreed, it was the most scenic drive either of us have ever been on! The rumors I’d been hearing for months are true.”

Most visitors to Rome want to scratch beneath the surface of the Roman Empire, probably the most important historical aspect of Rome. That’s why an itinerary exploring Rome’s ancient past is something that should be a part of every visit to Rome. Here are a few of ancient Rome’s essential highlights.

Tokyo is a wonderful place. It used to be very expensive, but 20 years of economic slowness has made it quite affordable. You can indulge yourself in history, modern culture, consumerism and lots of food. I’ve been to Tokyo many times and when people ask “what should I do in Tokyo” I can finally stop repeating myself and tell them to read this blog!

I wish I lived in Paris but I don’t. So on a recent 3-day trip to Paris I decided to live the life I often wished I had. I pretended I really was Parisienne.

To start in the right frame of mind, I caught the Eurostar to Paris and made sure I got to St Pancreas station in London early. This is a gorgeously restored train station, I recommend you head upstairs to the Champagne Bar and indulge in a glass of Champagne with a bowl of strawberries and cream while sitting under the soaring roof – oysters are another good option.

Residing 1,300 feet (400 m) high on a gigantic rock overlooking the Dead Sea, the remains of the desert fortress known as Masada tells a story of tragedy, pride and perseverance that makes it one of the most sought pilgrimages of the Jewish people.

There’s enough to do in Paris to keep a visitor occupied for weeks, but for those who do wish to venture further afield, there are a series of awesome destinations that can easily be checked out in a day trip from the French capital. From cathedrals and palaces to wine tasting and architectural gems, these five pack in an awful lot for the day-tripper.

Maui is perfect if you’re into adventure, relaxation or a little of both. There is so much to do for those partial to land, sea or air. Here is a sample of some of the activities you can do on Maui during a 3-day vacation: Day 1: Maui by Land Start with a visit to [...]

From the local’s laconic drawl to the pre-Lenten bacchanalia of Mardi Gras, New Orleans has something for any traveler, at any speed. Although the rebuilding continues, the Big Easy’s famous districts are all open for business, along with the watering holes, jazz joints, ghosts and gumbo. New Orleans even nabbed the Number 7 spot on the list of top cities in the U.S. and Canada by Travel + Leisure magazine in 2010!

For tips on how to get the most out of this capital of all things gastronomic, syncopated and laid-back, check out our things to do in New Orleans.

There’s a reason that Kauai is known as the Garden Isle among the islands of Hawaii. Perhaps you’ve watched South Pacific, Blue Hawaii or even Jurassic Park with the craggy, dramatic, velvet-green mountains that meet with rolling ocean waves and swaying palm trees and wondered where Hollywood found such a lush tropical paradise, the answer [...]

Dedicated readers of the Viator blog will know how much we enjoy Toronto. Great restaurants. The Hockey Hall of Fame. The Toronto Blue Jays. An eminently TV- and move-friendly skyline (who knew Detroit Rock City and Good Will Hunting were filmed here!). Toronto is Ontario’s capital and the largest city in Canada; so please, let’s show the city some respect.