Travel By Design

Design your own travel experience by exploring many travel niches on this Travel by Design page.

Whether you are an adventurer or arm-chair traveler you will find stories on this page that will pique your interest and curiosity. Nearly any hobby, interest or experience can be the very essence of a travel niche and you’ll find many of them below.

Perhaps you are looking for the best LGBTQ destinations or you’re interested in different experiences, volunteer travel (voluntourism) or health and wellness opportunities there are many travel niches to experience. We have several stories that showcase a traveler’s insights and there are other stories that illuminate the outdoors and beautiful landscapes. We have stories of varied experiences from far and wide. The experiences are unique and quite interesting and come from various places across the globe. Our stories will give you a wide coverage of places from around the world.

Whatever travel experience you’re interesting in learning about or designing for your future travels you can find something here. As new travel trends evolve we will continue to add new content that addresses new travel niches.

Go through the interesting stories listed below on this Travel by Design page.

  • Winter campfire|Woman having coffe by tent during winter camping|Coffee over outdoor fire while winter camping|snow hiking

    Winter is a great time to get out of the city and into the wilderness. If you’ve never been on a winter camping trip before, this guide will help you prepare for your first one so that you can have a safe and enjoyable experience. 

  • Travel Nurse and Doctor|Medicl equipment|air ambulance travel nurse and doctor|Travel Nurse

      A lot of people are curious about what it takes to become a travel nurse. Some people assume that you need to have a higher education in order to do this type of work. This is not always the case! In this blog post, we will discuss the requirements for becoming a travel nurse and dispel some of the myths that are out there. Stay tuned for more information! What is a travel nurse and what do they do? If you're a registered nurse that loves to travel, then a travel nursing job may be perfect for you! Travel nurses are in high demand across the country as they provide much needed medical care to remote and rural communities. Travel nurses typically work 13-week assignments, with the option to extend their stay if they enjoy the area. During their assignment, they live in temporary housing provided by the hospital [...]

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    In this episode, Kenneth Hoffman, Executive Director at the Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience, gives us a guided tour and explains in depth how Jews in the American South influenced and were influenced by the cultural heritage of their local communities. Tune in to learn more about the Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience, why it was founded, its significance beyond the Jewish community, and the collection of all the artifacts in the museum.

  • Selfie with Friends | University Students

    Traveling alone or with a group of friends is an invigorating experience for a student that will stick with them the entire lifetime. Being able to enjoy life without any worries is one thing. Gaining experiences, collecting memories, and exposing oneself to new cultures is quite another. The lessons you learn are valuable. 

  • monument valley is a popular movie set location.

    While green screens and other advancements create the most spectacular settings in movie making, nothing beats the incredible locations of these movies. Whether it involves scenic landscapes, exotic settings, or historical sites, moviegoers crave the real thing.  Many movie locations include popular tourist destinations, like the Caribbean islands, desert towns, or even the coldest places in Antarctica. If you're an avid movie fan and you want to experience the real world, consider these locations that you can actually visit.

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    New York is not known for being a cheap location to live in. The truth is that the cost of living there is relatively high. However, that shouldn't dissuade you from visiting New York.  If you're on a tight budget, keep in mind that a trip to New York doesn't have to break the bank. There are several ways you can keep your trip within your budget. New York has a spectacular cityscape and many beautiful historical sites, parks, and other attractions worth seeing.   Below are some tips to consider when planning your trip.     1. Use The Subway  There are many ways to get around New York. You could take a cab, bus, or ride-sharing services. But the cheapest way to get around is the subway. There are many routes covered by the subway. Consider doing some research to know more about the routes covered. The subway system in New [...]

  • LakeChelanEstuaryViewJPG Eliza Amon

    Tucked in the rugged North Cascade Mountains near the Canadian border, is a town unreachable except by ferry, foot or flight. Remote as Stehekin is, the Washington town is a hub for nature lovers looking to hike, kayak, ride horses or fish in a national park whose glacier-tipped peaks are difficult to access.

  • Teenage Asian girl|Girl with laptop studying

    You cannot learn the same kinds of lessons about life by sitting in a classroom as you would by traveling the world. The saying that learning goes beyond the classroom block is no joke. When you leave the college block, you encounter new cultures and people of different knowledge.

  • Game Bank. Roulette.Casino|Gambling.Slot Machines.Casino

    If you're looking for tourism opportunities linked explicitly to gambling, we have available advice for you. Even though quite a few countries are relatively liberal in their gambling laws in Europe, Norway remains one of our top picks. Indeed, Norway may not be the most liberal of them all. Several laws regulate gambling. However, it means that you are primarily protected by the actual government and have an opportunity to enjoy this activity without fearing that you will be scammed as a tourist just passing through Norway. To give you more context, today we are taking a closer look at the tourism industry in Norway, travel opportunities, and everything that deals with online and land-based casinos in this country. Laws and Regulations for Casinos in Norway Let's first determine whether gambling is legal in Norway. A simple answer is yes. You are allowed to gamble and place bets as a [...]

  • Rocket Center Entrance scaled

    When I was a kid, one family trip inspired my imagination like no other ever had. Recently, I went back to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, hoping to experience some of that childhood excitement once again. What I found was a museum in disrepair - but with a few redeeming moments of wonder.

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    Used by Indigenous tribes in the Amazon for medicinal purposes for centuries, it’s only in the last 50 years or so that Westerners have come to learn about ayahuasca

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    Budapest boasts a wonderful array of activities, from bustling nightlife, to delicious cheap eats, and adorable architecture. Savvy travelers should also be aware of it’s darker past and recent struggles against oppression. Monuments and works of art found throughout the city belay this region’s tragic history.