Turns out even hidden gems are breaking tourism records. Unquestionably, more travelers are scoping out secret hideaways to avoid unsightly crowds and touristy prices. You know what I’m talking about. We’ve all been on vacation where everything seemed perfect until the bill arrives charging $38 for cheeseburgers. Well, that’s not the case for one underrated …

Looking for an exotic escape to make the most of your passport? Chances are you’ve set your sights on Asia. While Phuket is one of the most recognizable beach destinations in all of Asia, one could argue Bali and ever-so-trendy Koh Samui certainly belong in the chat. Rather than go with the obvious choices like …

As I’ve already driven around San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles this spring, I couldn’t help but notice hundreds of Arizona license plates invading our roadways. And that means one thing — the unofficial kickoff to tourism season. Woo. 😑 Californians love where they live; I’m certainly not complaining. But come spring and summer, …

Craving Caribbean waters but want to avoid the same-o same-o? Lucky for you, Virgin just released 5 beach recommendations for an epic spring break. Rather than showcase the usual go-tos like Cancun, Miami, and Montego Bay, Virgin revealed some secret goodies, but one stood out the most. You might be surprised to hear this, but …

A twinkling Eiffel at midnight, romantic strolls around the cobble-paved Montmartre, and an elegant soirée attending the opera at Palais Garnier… there’s many a reason why Paris has earned the nickname City of Love. It truly is quite the beautiful setting, however, it is not without flaw—you’ll be dealing with a fair amount of scammers, rat-infested …

There’s a mixed bag of opinions on Spain right now. Cue The Clash’s Should I Stay Or Should I Go?… Whether it be Barcelona, Madrid, or the insanely beautiful islands such as my favorite, Mallorca, locals haven’t held back about the invasion of tourists flooding their renowned cities and coastlines. One of these is Barcelona, …

As you may have heard, things have been a bit shaky in Santorini between earthquake warnings, and if the bucket-list island is anything like last summer, then overtourism concerns will surely repeat themselves. On the bright side, Greece is home to 6,000 islands and many offer unparalleled views, whitewashed buildings draped with the kako mati, …

Often considered the largest city in the world, Tokyo’s efficiency in navigating an endless sea of crowds is a remarkable achievement. One would think the narrow alleyways teeming with hidden izakayas would be impossible to explore in a city north of 14 million residents, and that’s not factoring in the number of tourists in Tokyo …

Step aside, Tahoe! There’s another NorCal lake hideaway with fewer crowds, unbounded nature, and no snooty vibes — a place where you won’t find thousand-dollar millionaires trying to outdo each other. In fact, this region of California leans more on the Boho spectrum where tie-dye shirts are commonplace, #vanlife likely outpaces the real estate market, …

There are only a handful of U.S. National Parks and recreation areas that come to mind when itching to book an epic trip to see America’s wild side. First and foremost, Yellowstone, Yosemite, and the Grand Canyon probably come to mind, even though it’s the Great Smoky Mountains that are the most visited. Beyond those …

For the first time, travelers worldwide, but especially Americans, are taking advantage of direct flights from the U.S. to Tulum. Factor in the Maya Train, and even more tourists are invading this trendy beach town south of Cancun. Even as popular as this region may be, Mexico is a huge country with a phenomenal coastline …

Some say Austin might as well be on an island as it doesn’t quite fit the reputation of the rest of Texas. But this trendy city sure draws a crowd no matter how it’s defined. With thrilling festivals, a thriving music scene, and out-of-this-world food, Austin is no longer just known as the state capital …