San Diego hasn’t been all it’s cracked up to be in 2024. Locals and tourists alike become mesmerized by the sheer beauty of ‘America’s Finest City’, but that’s only because they can’t see the bacteria permeating through many of the beaches in the area, including some flocked by tourists. Beach closures have been constant, stretching …

Set on the beautiful shores of the Atlantic lies a lesser-known beach town conveniently located between the fun-filled city of Orlando and the glitz and glamour of Palm Beach. Home to luxe beach resorts along gorgeous waters, the spotlight is beginning to shine brighter as it forges its path, emerging as Florida’s new “it” destination. …

People opt for all-inclusive resorts for a variety of different reasons. For some, it’s the endless amounts of food and drinks; others spend countless hours poolside, and the rest may simply want to unwind in paradise, enjoying all the posh amenities like complimentary room service. My recent trip to the Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort …

When you choose your next beach escape, odds are you’ll be looking where to spend blissful beach days in Mexico or the Caribbean. One Caribbean nation that has soared to new heights in terms of tourism is the Dominican Republic. Even the country’s cultural cities have become more popular, like Santiago de los Caballeros and …

Hostels have long been a reliable option to stretch your travel budget, especially when flying solo. Without others tagging along to split costs, sometimes hostels are the only realistic option when we want to check off a destination from our travel bucket list. Solo travelers are here to stay, but like many prices across the …

We all know one of the best ways to vacation is by booking a luxe all-inclusive resort on a pristine beach, but what’s not discussed enough are the hassles and expenses that come along with it. For example, Los Cabos is one of Americans’ favorite beach destinations and is world-renowned for its incredibly luxurious resorts, …

We’ve said it once and we’ll say it again until every inch of the map is covered – sometimes the best destinations are right here in our own backyard. With enormous stretches of coastline in every direction but north, the U.S. is a phenomenal place to take a well-deserved beach vacation. Yet, there are still …

Dreaming of a Caribbean getaway in 2024? These are the hottest new resorts opening throughout the Caribbean this year, according to a list from TravelPulse. Some of these resorts are located on familiar favorite islands (like the Dominican Republic) while others are opening on lesser-known but trending islands such as Grenada, St. Vincent, and the …

One of the most fun aspects of any vacation is choosing where to stay. There are some real gems out there along with some real duds. As fun as a hotel stay can be, it can also be a nightmare! Travelers tend to put the most effort into picking the perfect place to stay when …

You know it’s a popular destination when droves of people are flocking there in triple-digit temperatures. That’s the case for Las Vegas. Hoards of travelers come here each year, even in the heat of summer. In fact, tourism numbers are up even when there are fewer conventions bringing people in. Hotels are nearly booked up, …

Airbnb, once known for being an incredible and innovative platform for finding unique accommodations around the world, has fallen from grace with many travelers. Travelers are tired of exorbitant service fees and cleaning fees, ridiculous rules, misleading listings, missing amenities, and inconsistent quality. Here’s why I gave up on Airbnb and what I’m using to …

Which hotel chains are most favored by travelers? A new ranking reveals the best hotel chains in the United States. J.D. Power, a leading consumer intelligence and data analytics company, just released a study ranking the best hotel chains for 2023. The study is based on responses from more than 33,000 travelers and takes into …