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Travel Destinations
Forget Everything You Know; This Is Your Next Vacation Destination
Imagine winning $25,000 from a scratch-off ticket and getting to plan the vacation of a lifetime. You could literally go anywhere in the world, so you Google “best places to visit so I can post pictur…
5 Bizarre World Destinations
When booking a vacation, you have two choices. Do you go for a well-known and well-traveled destination like Florida, Paris, or the Caribbean? Or do you go for something completely out of the ordinary…
Get Your Mardi Gras On With The Best Celebrations In America
There’s nothing better than a great party. And when that party is in some of the most historic cities in the world, and includes thousands of people celebrating a tradition that’s hundreds of years ol…
World’s Quirkiest Hotels
Are you tired of staying at the same old hotel time and time again? Perhaps you’re looking for something more exciting—maybe even quirky! Well, Proud American Traveler has put together a list of fun, …
A Beer Drinkers Guide To Paradise
As a proud American traveler (who loves craft beer) and has been to every state, one of the many observations I have made is that the areas known for tourism tend to have less than inspiring beer choi…
8 U.S. Destinations You Have To See By Cruise Ship
There is a lot to consider when traveling—food, lodging, activities, and not to mention destination. But what if you could have it all? Going on cruise lets you enjoy food, fun, and entertainment righ…
Vacation Memories Found In Seal Droppings
Trying to capture every moment of your getaway is essential to keeping the memories you want to have forever. But sometimes things go awry. On vacation, you are sure to lose a thing or two along the w…
Capture Your Own Award Worthy Travel Photos
It’s almost time for the annual Sony World Photography Awards, one of the most prestigious photography contests in the world. Now in its twelfth year, both professional and student photographers from …
CAUTION: Here Are The 6 Most Surprisingly Dangerous Places To Visit
When it comes to the most dangerous places to visit in the world, you’d be hard-pressed not to find a country or continent that doesn’t have a litany of life-threatening regions. North America …