Cabo is one of the most fun vacations you’ll have in Mexico – heck, maybe all of North America. My trip there was such a blast I came back home with 2 broken toes. Who needs souvenirs anyway? Don’t worry; you should feel worse for the lounge chairs that got in my way after one …

New Orleans is truly captivating in the best of ways and some not so good. Take it from me, a multi-time visitor. One minute, you’re blown away by the French Quarter’s timeless architecture and the next, your nostrils are hit with a lingering reminder of Bourbon Street’s aftermath. Despite being the shining star of Louisiana, …

Fall tends to give new life to a handful of states that are normally skipped over. Take New Hampshire, for example. What’s normally just a pass-through state turns into a real-life kaleidoscope of fall colors, luring in millions of tourists each year. But seeing nature transform before our very eyes isn’t limited to the East …

Beautiful beaches, fascinating native and Spanish colonial history, and over 300 days of sunshine a year. These are just some of the reasons why Santa Barbara should be on your travel radar.   And I’m not the only one who thinks so. Expedia has revealed its 2025 travel trend report, and one of its emerging …

Even seasoned travelers like me make mistakes. Mine was having the wrong expectations for Kingston last year. Despite enjoying most of my trip, it didn’t live up the to image I had in my mind – you know, jerk chicken stands everywhere, reggae blaring, and aqua blue Caribbean coasts. Although I did discover a secret …

Sunny escapes will soon be in full force after everyone gets their fix of pumpkin spice drinks and rustic foliage photo-ops. Whether you’re dreading chopping firewood, driving in ice, or simply need blue skies and Vitamin D, you won’t be alone in your search for winter sun. Latin America is teeming with sun-kissed coastlines, and …

Austin and Fort Worth may be battling head-to-head for the ‘trendiest city in Texas’ title, but there’s a new sheriff in town. Reporting record numbers of visitors with another month left to go, it’s safe to say the ‘Lone Star State’ has more than one shining star after all – at least in terms of …

Medellin is still a thriving city among expats, digital nomads, and general travelers wanting to experience the hype, but there are certainly notable concerns about visiting. First, prices aren’t what they used to be, as Medellin has far surpassed its ‘hidden gem’ status. Second, crime may be a fickle topic, but it’s always on the back of …

2024 had a love/hate relationship with Brazil for a variety of reasons. Although seeing record-breaking tourism numbers, Brazil has never held the safest reputation as the nation’s world-famous favelas can be a deterrent to many travelers, plus viral videos of rampant crime ranging from petty pickpockets to Taylor Swift concert muggings dating back to 2023. …

There’s no denying Savannah is a great winter escape, but Georgia beholds more hidden gems off the traditional tourist path. Still boasting Southern charm and quite possibly more natural beauty, there’s one lakeside town at the Blue Ridge foothills that’s more than worthy of being your next idyllic getaway. Perfectly suited for a short break …

Phoenix may be Arizona’s sprawling desert metropolis, but neighboring Scottsdale has long supported the argument that size doesn’t matter, especially when you visit the ‘mini bar’ of my favorite stomping grounds, Giligin’s. As a Californian, seeing Arizona plates on our roadways is a tell-tale sign that the tourist season is in full force. Come summer, …

London, it was a good run! Now it’s another timeless city’s turn in the spotlight, at least according to the New York Times. Naming 2025’s ‘52 Best Places to Travel’, taking home gold is a U.K. city often left in the shadows of London. But, travelers have been more receptive to exploring more of what …