FX Excursions

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

Mary Gallagher, RN, MSN, CCRN

MARY GALLAGHER, MSN, RN, CCRN, is a patient health educator serving our veterans at the Wilmington, Delaware, VA Medical Center. Gallagher teaches veterans and staff and coordinates an online health portal, My HealtheVet, and 31 mobile apps to empower and engage our veterans in their healthcare. Gallagher has been a registered nurse for many years, working in various medical centers in southeastern Pennsylvania. Her clinical background includes medical, surgical, critical care and trauma nursing in a variety of clinical and management positions. She has written articles for the Nursing Spectrum and the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. As Global Traveler’s Health columnist, Gallagher offers information and advice related to health issues and concerns readers may face while traveling. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family (she is one of seven children) and her friends. Gallagher reads a lot and enjoys discussing current events and good books. She likes to try out new restaurants in the Pennsylvania and Delaware areas. She currently resides in Broomall, Pennsylvania.

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Destinations
May 15, 2026

5 Hotels, Destinations with Big Fireworks for Memorial Day, July 4

While fireworks are practically a given on the Fourth of July, some hotels go above and beyond. And, for this Memorial Day and Fourth of July, these five resorts and hotels have something special in store:

North America
May 15, 2026

Smithsonian Associates Announces 2026 Dates for Smithsonian Sleepovers

Smithsonian Associates presents Smithsonian Sleepovers, overnight experiences for children ages 8 to 14 and adult chaperones at Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History and National Museum of American History, in summer 2026. After doors are closed, families can explore two of the world’s most visited museums through guided activities, games and hands-on learning. Sleepovers begin at 7 p.m. and end at 9 a.m. the following morning.

Destinations
May 14, 2026

Enjoy Semiquincentennial Summer Savings on Mackinac Island, Michigan

You don’t need much reason to visit Mackinac Island with the family. No cars, a state park to explore, lots of fun activities and beautiful scenery at every turn — and did I mention the fudge? The island is famous for it. But as the country celebrates its milestone semiquincentennial birthday, you can score great savings on this Michigan island.