While the term 'clothing optional' may have different definitions at different nudist resorts, there is one practice that seems to be standard across the board: all guests must sit on a towel when nude. I'm sure the maid staff and cleaning crew are appreciative of that.

Here are some green hotels that are looking out for our planet while you sit back, relax and get pampered.

(Photo Courtesy of Blue Lagoon) Mineral baths, therapeutic mud, volcanic springs--when it comes to hydrotherapy, nobody provides better than Mother ...

We don't mind sacrificing a little comfort during our travels if that means reducing our carbon footprint. But then again, not all eco-conscious hotel...

There's an entire awe-inspiring world out there to see and experience. Rather than stay home and dream of what might have been, unearth that pas...

Some may downplay their past while others show off their rich history: All are still looking for ways to keep their guests from escaping.

I combed through this dangerous catalogue, and picked out what I think will be the best adventures for 2013 -- and I have personally tested them all, and reported about each on Huffington Post.

Spark a fire this winter in one of these unique bed and breakfast getaways chosen by Bescover.

We all read the travel magazines looking for the next great destination or "hidden" itinerary, but what was this international group of experts buzzing about? What is the next "great thing" in travel? Here are my predictions.

Halloween is a pleasant occasion to search out unpleasantness.

Autumn brings grape-picking season at wineries, family holiday feasts and weekend harvest festivals.

Money propagates the inevitable and unnecessary pretentiousness you find in the club scene.

While some of the best hotel pools offer stunning views in relaxing locales, nothing beats swimming in one of Mother Nature's beautiful bodies of water.

There is nothing quite like looking to the night sky.

If you ever dreamed of a long-distance rail journey through forests and along lake shores, stopping at picturesque little towns, maybe you should look north.

Factor in 3,000 hours of sun annually, and it's obvious why this South Florida town would be the ultimate Stateside haven for a boat-up luxury.

May marks the start the Alaskan cruise season.

These days, a variety of single-serving travel options make it not only easy, but appealing, for women to take a vacation without their family.

There is a treasure trove of experiences not far from Copenhagen.

One way to explore the sweeping abundance of Australia is by immersing yourself in the some of the beautiful, secluded and luxurious lodges, camp sites and resorts that dot the Outback.

Whether it's a dozen Fanny Bay oysters or a three-pound lobster, seafood lovers are particular about their own particular favorites and think nothing of going great distances to enjoy them.

Cameras click as twenty feet from our polar rover, two yellowish polar bears stand on their hind legs, swatting each others shoulders and heads. Tough boxers.

Electronic music fans from around the world will be flocking to Bayfront Park for DJ sets at the ULTRA Music Festival.

Even as plastic surgery abroad continues to gain in popularity, it comes with many cautionary tales from American surgeons.

Although spring break standbys -- Cancun, Jamaica, Havasu, Las Vegas and Florida -- certainly have their appeal, savvy travelers looking for an experience (and a deal or two) should look east to Europe.