Now that Europe’s border curbs have been fully lifted, Americans are returning in droves to the continent. The only downside to the resumption of normality? The crowds are back, and all of Europe’s tourist hotspots are not only awash with tourists but facing huge price surges. Fortunately for crowd-wary travelers and those looking to experience …

With its endless supply of man-made and natural wonders, seamless borders, and high quality of life, Europe is perhaps the most sought-after destination for digital nomads looking to venture outside their own home countries. On the other hand, despite being more open than it was, Europe as a whole is yet to fully embrace digital …

Colombia is one of the leading tourist destinations in the Global South, attracting millions of short-term visitors, as well as digital nomads and other categories of expats every year, especially from the United States. Sadly, the country may be backsliding in terms of urban safety and losing some of the progress it’s made since peace …

Mexico is the number one destination for Americans going abroad. Famous for its pristine beaches, turquoise-colored oceans, and well-developed resort zones, it attracts millions of tourists every year who are in search of a sunny break. Not all of those who cross the Southern border are keen on lounging by the poolside all day, though: …

Now that the pandemic-era Cancun frenzy is dying down, other sunny competitors within Mexico are rising in popularity as alternatives to the overly internationalized, jam-packed Caribbean city. One of them is Los Cabos, often dubbed the gem of the Mexican Pacific, and a tourist destination where recovery rates are already far outpacing Cancun’s own, placing …

Croatia is on the bucket list of many Americans country-hopping around Europe. With its Mediterranean climate that provides the coastal provinces with great weather year-round, perfectly preserved historic cities, and a laid-back way of living, it competes with neighboring sunny spots Montenegro and Greece for the title of Southeast Europe’s top solo travel destinations. Despite …

Mediterranean Europe seems to be on everyone’s radar this year. Whether it’s the golden sands of Cyprus, Italy’s pastel-colored Ligurian towns, or Cote d’Azur’s cinematic vibes that they’re after, the whole region will be jam-packed with visitors looking to live out their Southern European fantasy. If you’re like us, and you’re not only wary of …

Mayan ruins are a big part of the reason why Mexico is so popular as a tourist destination, particularly among History enthusiasts. Belonging to the wider Mayan World, it is home to over 200 archaeological zones, where some of the most impressive structures of the ancient civilization, including the world-famous step pyramids and the ball …

Ibiza is one of Europe’s trendiest summer islands. Famous for its whitewashed capital, where an ancient fortress sits perched atop a hill, high-end resorts and gated communities, and lively social scene, it hosts more than 2000 tourists per 100 residents. Despite Ibiza’s indisputable charm, the jam-packed beaches and raucous party-goers may put off crowd-wary travelers …

If you’ve fallen in love with Mexico on your last vacation and you’re thinking of returning, but another summer paying inflated tourist rates in Cancun doesn’t sound like your idea of fun, maybe you should consider exploring the country’s Pacific coast instead. In other words, why not skip the Mexican Caribbean altogether, and fly somewhere …

Cancun is still the number one destination for Americans taking an international vacation this year, surpassing popular tourist hotspots like South America and Mediterranean Europe. Famous for its world-class resort strips, which straddle the turquoise ocean, and unparalleled luxury scene, the city has seen a record surge in bookings for the June-August period. If you’re …

Now that the weather is getting warmer and sea temperatures are rising, sargassum seaweed is once again making landfall along Cancun’s coast, blighting some of the most popular swimming spots. The algae are hardly harmful, but they have a reputation for smelling unpleasant and for blemishing the glistening white sands of Mexico’s Caribbean beaches when …