Sometimes, the best destinations are hidden in plain sight. Take my recent trip to Portugal, for example. The Algarve has gained (and rightfully earned) a ton of hype in recent years, but how often have you heard of Quarteira, a gleaming whitewashed town set along a tranquil stretch of the seaside? Chances are you haven’t. …

With temperatures plunging across the Northern Hemisphere and parts of the United States and Europe bracing for freezing weather, it’s no wonder people are eager to escape to a land of forever summer, especially if they’re digital nomads: Lounging on a sandy beach under an umbrella as they sip a tropical drink, partly relaxing, partly …

It doesn’t matter whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a traveling newbie; one of the first things you should do before you book those plane tickets to any new destination is check the U.S. State Department website.   The U.S. State Department issues key travel advisories for every country based on safety and security conditions. …

What do you think of when you picture Italy? It could be Rome’s Colosseum, picture-perfect Amalfi beaches, or perhaps stuffing yourself with endless plates of sinfully tasteful pasta and pizza capped off with cheap wine. While that all sounds like a trip of a lifetime, what you may not picture are Italy’s gorgeous Dolomite mountains, …

As more Americans seek out winter sun, what better place to vacation than the always reliable Bahamas? …or is it? According to the U.S. Embassy in Nassau, crime surges are commonplace this time of year. So much so a new security alert was just issued. While the U.S. State Department caused quite a stir issuing …

Cancun is the most sought-after destination for Americans going abroad: with its all-inclusive resorts, buzzing shopping scene, and beautiful beaches lapped by turquoise seas, there is no doubt it is set for yet another record-breaking season. That being said, a week in paradise does not come with its own share of good old bureaucracy. In …

The idea of venturing off into the world on your own has sky-rocketed in recent years. It’s a far cry from when I first started literally flying solo, where I would get side-eyes and hear the all-too-familiar deafening sound of silence when revealing vacation plans. “Ummm, you mean you don’t have anyone to go with?” …

With its buzzing atmosphere, wide range of cultural activities, and entrepreneurial scene, Tokyo is the darling of digital nomads headed to Japan, one of the Asian countries that have been most receptive to them in recent years. As fascinating as Tokyo may be, it can be a tad overwhelming at times: it’s the largest city …

As Mazatlan has become Mexico’s fastest growing destination, “Sinaloa” hasn’t become a trigger word to deter travelers, so why should “Colima”? Both Sinaloa and Colima have found themselves on the wrong end of headlines and the U.S. State Department has issued Level 4: Do Not Travel warnings. However, there’s always an exception to the rule, …

Are you planning on going to Mexico for a sunny getaway this winter, but you can’t seem to shake those persistent safety concerns? You should know our Southerly neighbor is a relatively safe tourist destination overall, but even in places like Cancun or Puerto Vallarta, certain precautions must be taken: Sticking to the well-delineated tourist …

City exploration is a great way to immerse yourself in a new destination and explore new cultures.   The best museums, architecture, and cultural activities in the world tend to be in city destinations rather than rural retreats.   There are so many incredible cities to choose from, meaning that it’s easy to tailor your …

Forget Bali, Phuket, the Maldives, and every other jam-packed, overpriced Asian island travel blogs tend to overemphasize. If you’re looking to not only get your mind blown by the stunning nature but also enjoy some much-needed peace and quiet, Palawan is where you should be headed. A tropical paradise in the Philippines, home to breathtaking …