Colonial tourism is growing among culture-hungry Americans keen on experiencing deeper immersions in the local culture when going abroad. In case you are not yet familiar with this subcategory, it involves visiting colonial-era settlements and cities that have retained their traditional character and architecture amid the wider development boom of the 20th century. Once settled …

Latin America is more popular than it’s ever been now, and a growing number of U.S. travelers are looking for cheaper yet just-as-incredible alternatives to their overpriced, overcrowded favorite holiday destinations. From Brazil’s azure Atlantic Coast to the resort zones of the Colombian Caribbean, the subcontinent is experiencing a major increase in tourism, but one …

Mexico has always been the most popular sunny hotspot for American vacationers going abroad due to its relaxed atmosphere, lower prices, and stunning coastline, but now it is attracting yet another category of visitors. This time, they are not staying short-term. This small beach city in the Riviera Maya is now the most popular destination …

South America is currently the solo travel hotspot of the world. It’s no secret solo explorers are more conscious about their budget, and they tend to go not only where they feel most welcome but where their hard-earned dollars stretch further, making the Global South their go-to pick. A fascinating continent of 12 countries, it …

With winter fast approaching and days turning colder, you may already be pondering where you should be headed for your year-end holidays. If an overcrowded Punta Cana, an increasingly expensive Cancun, and an only slightly warm Mediterranean do not sound appealing enough, perhaps it’s time to venture off-path and explore this lesser-known tropical country that …

Winter is the most anticipated season for Mexico-bound travelers. It’s when humidity is under acceptable levels, sargassum isn’t lambasting the pristine Caribbean coast, and several low-cost flights are landing daily in Cancun – and soon enough, the newly-inaugurated Tulum Airport. One of the huge complaints, however, is how incredibly hard it is to get around …

Boasting turquoise waters, an unrivaled luxury resort scene, and incredible nightlife, the Mexican Caribbean is the number one destination for Americans taking trips South of the border. Historically, a majority of visitors have stayed in Cancun or Tulum, while other lesser-known spots in the wider state of Quintana Roo were often forgotten, even though their …

Cancun is already the number one destination for Americans going abroad this year, but it is set to become even more popular in winter when the long-anticipated Maya Train launches. A scenic train going on a loop around the Yucatan Peninsula, linking all of the top attractions in the Caribbean provinces of the country? Yes …

The Philippines may not be the first country that comes to mind when travelers begin planning their epic Southeast Asia adventure, especially when there are far more popular destinations, such as Thailand and Malaysia, both of which outpace it in overall arrival figures by a wide margin. Between 2020 and 2021, the Philippines ranked only …

Latin America is the go-to spot for American travelers right now. A subcontinent full of ancient treasures, colonial gems, and world-renowned for its warm culture, it is one of the fastest-recovering destinations in the world, as asserted by the World Tourism Organization itself. According to the WTO, several Latin American countries have not only fully …

Digital nomadism is perhaps the leading trend right now. Country-hopping is easier than ever, and national governments have adopted a more relaxed approach towards temporary migrants. From the Western to Eastern Hemispheres, the options are truly endless, with specific visas for digital nomads being announced every semester and once-strict regulations being eased to better accommodate …

Being America’s number one tourist destination, Mexico attracts millions of sun-seekers and holidaymakers every year, usually headed to the Hotel Zone in Cancun or the resort-packed Baja California Sur, but while the powerful duo gets all the attention, other zones are often forgotten. That is the case with the Riviera Nayarit, already an extremely popular …