In an unexpected move that is sure to shock some customers who might have been hoping to jet off to the Caribbean for their fall getaway, American Airlines has placed all New York flights to Cancun on a hiatus for two months in the upcoming season. The measure is only temporary, set to last from …

We’ve all found ourselves at one point or another scouring the internet for the best deals. Sometimes you may find a better price with an airline that you’re iffy on taking, while other fares may come at a higher price point with an airline viewed as more reliable. Decisions, decisions… The Points Guy is here …

Long gone are the days when Portugal was a forgotten, peripheral Western European country Americans would fly over on their way to Spain without giving it much of a thought. Having been to Portugal both before it became popular, and after its post-2022 tourist boom, I can say that’s definitely not the case anymore: it …

With the 2024 Olympics taking place in Paris from July 26th to August 11th, travelers are finding yet another reason to flock to this iconic city. But as exciting as it can be to share a one-of-a-kind experience like this with millions of other like-minded people, delays, disruptions, and general issues are bound to happen …

Have you been planning on traveling to Europe sometime soon, but the high temperatures of Spain, the risk of wildfires across Greece, and the mass tourism in Italy somehow put you off? This might be the hottest, busiest summer in years, but there remains a safe haven in the heart of the Old Continent where …

Now that entry requirements for the digital nomads are being relaxed, and numerous European countries are not only warmly welcoming them, but going as far as launching year-long Digital Nomad Visas, remote workers will be flocking into Europe starting this summer. Whether it’s for the cities dating back several millennia or the idyllic Southern coastline, …

So many other destinations tend to hog the spotlight when it comes to Europe, but why not take a trip to Ireland? Well, travelers are answering that question as we speak since the latest statistics show Dublin is booming this summer. Ireland as a whole is lovely to visit. Teeming with fairytale castles, underrated coastlines, …

Perhaps the most iconic city in Italy is the beautiful historic city of Venice. Lined with scenic canals oozing romance and all the European vibes imaginable, Venice highlights many travelers’ bucket lists. In 2024, it’s not the most welcoming with overtourism and environmental concerns, plus a tacky entry fee for tourists. Fortunately, there are many …

It seems like more and more people are planning to go to Cancun, Tulum, or Los Cabos this summer, and if you want to see what the fuss is all about, too – great!  All three places promise the summer experience of a lifetime; after all, there’s a reason why people can’t seem to get …

2024 is the year that marks Asia’s tourism comeback. All around the Orient, numerous destinations are recording record surges in the number of foreign visitors, fueled by improved connectivity, tourist-friendly policies, and even reduced bureaucracy in the issuing of visas. A sprawling metropolis with a lot going for it on the culture front, Vietnam’s Hanoi …

Home to a dramatic nature and mountainous areas of outstanding beauty, Switzerland is one of the most popular destinations in Europe, but to the average traveler who’s on a budget of under $1,000 per week, it’s just too expensive to visit. A one-week stay in a hotel anywhere in Switzerland, whether it’s a big city …

Ibiza is known for its vibrant nightlife and diverse music scene, including performances by famous DJs like David Guetta and rows upon rows of upscale holiday villas and high life, but in all fairness, I didn’t love it all that much. Yes, the weather is lovely in July, and I truly doubt there’s a better …