Let’s be real for a sec: as much as Mediterranean beach getaways and Swiss Alps escapes are magical, the main reason why we all flock to Europe year in, year out is that unmatched Old World allure. Yeah, the nature’s stunning, and sign me up for a pistachio gelato date on an Italian lungomare any …

Forget what you know about the East Coast for a moment. Leave behind the clusters of urban sprawl and Florida’s vibrant beach towns. There’s a map-dot island hardly anyone seems to talk about that gives off serious Iceland vibes, with otherworldly landscapes, edge-of-the-world vibes, and, of course, puffin tours — yep, right here in the …

Santa Barbara is certainly no secret, but there are still many gorgeous gems lining the coast and stretching into wine country that still go unnoticed. Whether you’re squeezing in a late spring getaway before summer shores see a sea of crowds, or prefer to kick back in a town you’ve never heard of with a …

Planning another sun-drenched, ABBA-soundtracked, Mamma Mia summer this year? With picturesque church domes against whitewashed towns, romantic dinners on waterfront terraces, and postcard-ready pebbly beaches hugged by turquoise seas? You’re not alone in your obsession: Greece is one of the preferred European destinations for travelers flying long-haul this year, but hey, not everybody has upwards …

Look, we get it — “Mexico” and “Europe” in the same sentence likely draws a side-eye. But if you X off this page, you’re going to miss out on some of Mexico’s most magical destinations. We’re never here to sugarcoat any particular place like, you know, the other guys that have to entice you with …

Is it Ireland? Is it the UK? We’ll let you decide. But there’s no doubt this city on the rise is going beyond its “football town” (ahem, soccer) reputation as a new travel hotspot. Formerly holding a persona of being rough around the edges with high crime and political uproars, nowadays it’s become one of …

When people ask me how to pull off a budget-friendly Caribbean trip these days, I usually have to deliver some tough news first. The era of effortlessly scoring a cheap beachfront room in the heart of San Juan or Montego Bay is pretty much over. Between massive demand and localized inflation, those classic “budget” resort …

Not to sound braggadocious, but some of us have the ultimate freedom to choose our home base at any given time. Of course, there are some bureaucratic hurdles to clear first, but pointing at a map, packing your bags with your laptop in tow and passport in hand is the ultimate dream. I’ve graciously had …

Don’t really fancy getting reminded every few steps by a menacing graffiti that you’re not welcome there, walking the streets of Madrid, or even chased down the streets of La Rambla, Barcelona, by angry locals brandishing water pistols? Neither do we, but we can’t stay away from beautiful, sun-drenched Spain. That’s why this summer, we’re …

The East Coast of the United States is complex in the best way. It isn’t just one vibe. It’s a massive, shifting landscape of natural beauty, complicated history, and some of the most interesting cities on the planet. I travel constantly, and while I love exploring the West Coast and hopping international borders, I firmly …

At a time when overtourism has much of Europe pushing back on visitors, it may come as a surprise that one country actually wants more tourists rather than push them away. While certain hotspots in places like Spain and the Netherlands claim they’ve stamped too many passports — or are simply becoming pickier about the …

May is a sweet spot not discussed enough. A majority of spring crowds will have disappeared as spring break shenanigans will largely be a distant thought, and most of us will be saving up for summer, especially with gas prices soaring. That said, many beach getaways are just as awesome to visit one month prior …