Planning a trip to South America in the near future but the volatile prices, and deteriorating safety levels in the region keep putting you off? If you’ve been on the internet this week, you’ve probably come across the war-like scenes in Rio de Janeiro, where a violent clash between gang members and police officers resulted …
It’s official: Europe’s Schengen Zone is poised to gain a brand new member in 2026, and depending on which side of the debate you lie, this bodes great (or not-so-great) news. After 20+ years of being in the European Union, the small island country of Cyprus is securing backing to finally ascend to the passport-free …
If you’re traveling to Cancun in the near future, chances are some relaxation and week-round pampering in a five-star resort are top priorities for you, and listen, we totally get it: Cancun is practically synonymous with hassle-free tropical vacays, but that doesn’t mean you can’t add a little culture and nature exploration to the mix. …
If Mariah Carey blasting on repeat in every store and decked-out town squares weren’t clue enough, the holiday season has already kicked off in Europe, and the whole continent’s gearing up for the jolliest time of the year. However, before you go ahead and book your tickets to London or Paris again, and get set …
From the fairytale castles that look like they’ve been cropped straight out of a storybook scene, to the cobbled streets lined with half-timbered houses and quirky shops, to the beautiful, ornate architecture of the medieval cathedral in the town center: Nothing says ‘magical’ quite like a European village frozen in time (in the best possible …
When you picture the Nordics, you’re probably thinking Stockholm’s ocher-colored Gamla Stan and winding canals, Copenhagen’s bright waterfront and that Little Mermaid everyone snaps a pic of, or Helsinki’s spa scene and its monumental whitewashed cathedral. Pretty as those spots are, nothing says “Scandi winter” quite like the under-the-radar, but fast-rising Stavanger in Norway. No, …
Los Cabos has always been a hugely popular destination for Americans who crave some winter sunshine and five-star pampering (especially if they’re coming from the West Coast). A convenient long weekend escapade, it is known for its fast-developing resort strip, with landmark properties overlooking golden sands and an azure ocean, and an up-and-coming cultural scene. …
Europe’s Railway Renaissance keeps charging ahead in full speed, and after other recent excitement announcements, from a new scenic route traveling from Paris all the way to the Amalfi Coast, to a sleeper connecting Switzerland to Scandinavia, there’s now more to look forward to: From next month, an overnight train traveling through a handful of …
Mexico is the most popular destination for American travelers going abroad, but it’s a known fact a majority of people will flock into one of only four spots: Cancun, Tulum, Los Cabos, Puerto Vallarta, and if a cultural getaway’s their forte, possibly Mexico City. Needless to say, overtourism is taking a massive toll on local …
After Europe unofficially proclaimed its Railway Renaissance, and Latin America followed suit with multiple exciting new train routes, it was only a matter of time until Southeast Asia finally jumped on this bandwagon. This time, it’s Vietnam doing the honors, and if you’ve ever traveled up and down the country by train, you know how …
Europe is everyone’s go-to destination for culture and Old World charm: it is, after all, the continent of fairytale castles, cobblestone streets frozen in time, and world-class museums. Between the picture-perfect medieval villages of France and the half-timbered houses in Germany, there’s a plethora of options laid out before you, and if you’re struggling to …
Long gone are the days when Albania could be described as a hidden gem of Europe. Between the surging crowds seen in Ksamil this summer and the long-anticipated opening of a brand new airport in Vlorë, the Balkan nation is undergoing a much-deserved Tourism Renaissance. That being said, it’s not like all of Albania’s secret …