If you’re heading to Mexico soon for a much-needed relaxing vacation and to be closer to the unspoiled nature, the Mayan Riviera and its satellite islands of Isla Mujeres and Cozumel are the last place you want to be this winter: Though they are undoubtedly beautiful, resort zones can get very crowded, and prices more …

Dreaming of a sunny getaway to Mexico but the party scene and bustling crowds of Cancun do not sound particularly inspiring? The Mexican Caribbean is a vast territory comprising lush jungles, an extensive coastline and ancient ruins with origins lost to time, and you can definitely have a great time without following the masses into …

We know what you’re thinking: how could there possibly be anywhere in freezing, rainy Britain that’s over 80 degrees Fahrenheit right now, and more unfathomably even, there are turquoise waters to swim in? You’re correct, that’s highly unlikely. Though the Cornish coast is a seriously-underrated beach destination, and the seas surrounding some islands off Scotland …

Home to world-renowned architectural feats by Gaudí, with La Sagrada Família and Park Güell, to name a couple, not to mention the honey-colored Mediterranean beaches, Barcelona is perhaps the leading tourist destination in Spain, drawing in millions of tourists every year. Unironically, it’s precisely its irresistible appeal and popularity that’s proven to be its downfall: …

As much as we love it for sunny getaways ourselves, there’s no denying Europe is at its most magical in the wintertime: There’s nothing quite like a snow-dusted medieval town dotted with smoky chimneys, streets lit up in fairy lights, and of course, the world-famous Christmas markets. From admiring the stunning decorations to sampling local …

If you’re flying to Europe in the next couple of months and you’re yet to give up hope on an off-season warm getaway, this small, unbelievably beautiful Portuguese island in the middle of the Atlantic offers unspoiled nature, affordable eats, stunning architecture, and 68-degree temps in winter: The largest island in the Azores, a Portugal-administered …

We all know Spain for its beautiful coastline, vibrant metropolises where modern city-building goes hand in hand with tradition and architectural beauty, and, well, that irresistible Southern European flair: there’s just no beating cobbled Old Towns and $5 tapas. What some may not know, however, is that Spain is not restricted to Europe only: though this may …

Have you ever flown halfway across the world to Bali for a relaxing vacation only to arrive at the airport and spend several long minutes, if not hours, waiting in line just to go through checks? Yep, turns out you’re not the only one keen on oriental temples and getaways into nature. Bali is a …

It’s only been a few days since the south section of the Maya Train launched from Cancun, and though the locomotive’s arrival to Tulum has received extensive coverage, little to no attention has been paid to all the other incredible destinations that have also become more accessible to tourists. It turns out that if you …

Leaves may already be turning brown across much of Northern Europe, not to mention the heavy floods now affecting multiple destinations, but the further south you go, the sunnier it gets, and when it comes to one of the southernmost spots, temperatures are pretty much summer-high still: Italy may be best known for its cultural …

Panama has never been an ultra-popular country for U.S. tourists in Central America despite boasting natural resources just as rich as its neighbors’, endless miles of coastline both on the Caribbean and Pacific, and a fascinating cultural heritage. It’s somehow been historically overshadowed by bigger destinations like Costa Rica and Guatemala, but that trend seems …

Whether you’re a History buff or just moderately interested in geography, it probably wouldn’t blow your mind if we were to tell you there is an independent country inside Italy: we’ve all heard of the Vatican, seat of the Holy See, and the world’s tiniest sovereign state. However, unless you’ve been studying the map of …