Terri Marshall 
The TravelSquire editorial team just announced our picks for the Top 28 Destinations for 2020. We zeroed in on unique destinations with intriguing sites and experiences. The list is divided into four segments including both domestic and international destinations and offers something for every traveler. You’ll find the complete list … Read more
If you arrive in Tampa Bay, Florida in late January, you may find yourself in the company of pirates. Yes, pirates. Every January the majestic pirate ship Jose Gasparilla sails into Tampa Bay and over 750 swashbucklers invade the city. Named for the notorious Jose Gaspar who terrorized the coastal … Read more
Realizing travelers have varied preferences, TravelSquire’s editorial team spends hours debating which destinations should make our Top 28 list each year. It’s never easy to choose, but we’ve finally reached a decision. We’ve comprised a diverse list with something to intrigue everyone. From bustling urban locales to natural wonders providing … Read more
Home to the volcanic Galapagos Islands teeming with strange and fascinating wildlife, impressive Andean peaks, and the lush Amazon rainforest, Ecuador is a country whose natural wonders attract travelers from around the globe. However, natural wonders aren’t its only treasure. Ecuador’s three largest cities, Guayaquil, Quito and Cuenca offer an … Read more
Remember the original movie Halloween? Debuting back in 1978, knife-wielding Michael Myers clothed in gray coveralls, creepy mask in place stalked unsuspecting victims while uber-creepy music played in the background. After viewing the skin-crawling flick at the theater I insisted to my now ex-husband that we spend the night at … Read more
Opening my eyes in the early morning light, I peered out the window of my sleeper car on Amtrak’s Southwest Chief from Chicago to Los Angeles. The sun reflected off the rugged mountain landscape. We’re not in Kansas anymore I thought! Overnight the pastoral landscapes dotted with grain silos and … Read more
