FX Excursions

FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.

Angelique Platas

As a recent Temple University graduate with a major in communication studies, Angelique Platas joined the Global Traveler team in 2015 as the assistant advertising and marketing coordinator. Her interests in art, history and music set her on the path to travel early in life, first with quick trips to museums, then music festivals that developed into a passion for travel and exploring new places and things. She was born and raised in New Jersey and outside of work continues to enjoy live music as well as reading, running and hiking with her dog, Vixey.

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Reviews / Restaurant
Jan 27, 2021

The Dandelion Pub, Philadelphia

With indoor dining finally reopened in Philadelphia, my mom, sister and I were able to enjoy a day roaming around the city, eager for a warm place to enjoy a late lunch after a cold day out and about. For anyone who recently enjoyed the creativity and ingenuity of the city’s outdoor winter dining, an indoor space with heat and cozy furniture is a much-appreciated semblance of normalcy.

Discover Greece’s Tower Towns: A Journey Through History

Greece's tower towns offer a captivating blend of history, architecture and stunning landscapes that make them perfect for curious travelers. These towns, particularly found in the Mani region of the Peloponnese, are defined by stone towers built during the medieval period. Constructed for both defense and as symbols of family pride, the towers stand as a testament to the region's turbulent history and its residents’ resilience.

Trends / Top Trends
Jan 22, 2021

Hotels Work With Local Graffiti Artists to Brighten Up Winter Travel

Let artistic expression be your guide for upcoming trips with this list of hotels commissioning local graffiti and mural artists to make destinations even more beautiful and appealing for travelers.