We may only be in spring, but summer travel plans are still being made and there is perhaps nothing more on travelers’ minds than dreaming of the perfect beach. Often, the easy decision is to book a trip to Mexico, no questions asked. But don’t cut yourself short. Europe is far easier to reach than …

The Black Sea is rising fast in popularity as a summer destination, with record rates of occupation in resort towns, a higher number of foreign guests landing in bordering countries, and a rapid post-crisis recovery that supersedes that of some Mediterranean countries. For years, the Mediterranean – commonly called the Med – was seen as …

Southern Europe is overcrowded, and numerous sunny spots on the coast are moving to limit tourism, with Italy going as far as enforcing a traffic ban on certain days on the scenic Amalfi Coast, and France launching ticketing systems for certain natural parks. Understandably, a growing number of Americans flying across the pond this summer …

After years of being disregarded as a ‘Plan B’ summer destination, the Black Sea region is set for a historical growth in the post-pandemic scene, with some going as far as calling it the ‘new Mediterranean’ — but what makes it so popular right now? The Budget Alternative To The Med The Black Sea is …

Summertime is coming in hot and beaches far and wide are in high demand. Oftentimes, Americans book a beach vacay in Mexico without skipping a beat, but many of us seek more adventure to make better use of our passports. That’s where Europe comes in. Coast to coast and country to country, there’s perhaps no …

A new report has unveiled the world’s trendiest 2025 destination; a beautiful, safe country that has been gaining steam the last few years. If you were to hear the trendiest place in the world is a Balkan paradise with incredible food, cheap stays, and stunning blue water, you’d probably guess Albania. But that’s sooo 2024. …

Why does it seem like hidden gems are becoming harder to find? Even when asking Google for the best hidden gems, the results are often just more of the same old same old. The better question may be, how is it that a U.S. capital city breaking tourism records still flies well under the radar? …

If you’re thinking of visiting the Caribbean this summer then you’ll need to be prepared for anything.   This hurricane season is going to be a rough one. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30 but hurricane activity typically peaks from late August to early October.   Not this year.   Unless you’ve …

Summer is coming in hot. With that comes some thrilling travel plans being made across the globe. Europe is already seeing a surge in many places, but perhaps no more than Spain, as they are now only second to France in tourism numbers. One reason Spain is so popular is because of their epic coastlines …

Asia is surging in popularity with Americans due to its affordable prices, completely foreign yet fascinating culture, and relaxed visa policies that benefit U.S. passport holders, but it’s not always the easiest continent to fly to, especially if off-path gems are on your radar. If you’re based in Seattle, we have great news for you: …

Sargassum is making a comeback sooner than expected this year, and a powerful one at that, threatening to ruin vacation plans for thousands of travelers. It may not be life-threatening, but for the average beachgoer, it does something even worse: The proliferation of the foul-smelling seaweed tarnishes the typically-pristine beaches, accumulating in large deposits on …

Spain has always been one of the most popular tourist destinations worldwide, yet interestingly, a majority of visitors would focus their attention on only a handful of cities, such as Madrid or Barcelona, while ignoring the wider country. This year, that persistent trend finally changed, as a growing number of travelers became wary of crowded …