The British multinational hospitality company IHG Hotels & Resorts recently announced through a press release a new luxury resort in the Riviera Maya, Mexico. The company recently acquired a property that will open its doors in early 2024 and will be part of the urban boutique brand Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants. It will become their …

If you have never had another passenger annoy you during one of your flights, count yourself lucky! Most travelers have run into a passenger that irritated them at some point during a flight. The more you fly, the more often you see (or smell) passengers that clearly aren’t the rest of the flight’s favorite character. …

Hurricane Fiona has been creating havoc with its dangerous winds and heavy rains across the Caribbean. This hurricane has also affected the natural water currents in the region, changing the direction of the sargassum seaweed, benefitting Cancun. As reported by the Mexican news website Reportur, beaches in the Quintana Roo region—where tourist destinations like Cancun, …

Thailand has become the latest destination around the world to remove all of its Covid-19-related entry requirements and return to normal tourism. The Land of Smiles – one of the most popular destinations in the world for travelers prior to the pandemic – has struggled throughout most of the past three years from a tourism …

It seems like Mexico has a new star in the making, as an unknown city that had never before been widely promoted as a destination takes center stage as part of the country’s tourism offer. It does not have a shoreline and thus no pristine beaches like those found in the Caribbean, nor the Yucatan …

Jamaica has had an incredible year of recovery after years of the pandemic, and Montego Bay has emerged as its crown jewel. Jamaica recently claimed half of all the 2022 Travel Awards, and Montego Bay was named one of the top destinations for Americans over the summer. Filled with all-inclusive resorts and gorgeous white sand …

A new report by OAG, a travel industry data platform, has determined the most connected international airports worldwide. The report, dubbed Megahubs 2022, revealed the United States claimed the top 7 spots for the most connected international airports. This year has shaken up the airport industry as the world crawls out of the pandemic, and …

Travelers have taken to the internet to criticize a common Airbnb Host practice. Namely, charging cleaning fees while still asking guests to clean and complete chores before their departure. Staying in an Airbnb comes with different expectations than staying in a hotel. While hotel guests expect to be able to leave their room in whatever …

Despite being incredibly popular, digital nomadism is a concept many national governments are still skeptical of. Since immigration regulations have been traditionally strict, nomads and long-term travelers are advocating for these barriers to be lifted and travel rules made easier. Luckily, Airbnb is backing them up, holding talks with different leaders around the world to …

Travelers want to feel comfortable during flights, and carriers in the United States are aware. United Airlines and American Airlines have recently informed customers about new premium cabin experiences. American Airlines announced that new special seats will be available for long-haul flights in 2024. The new Flagship Suite seating will include more personal storage,  a …

This is the moment Americans have been patiently waiting for: starting in 2023, all U.S. citizens will be eligible to renew their passports online for international travel. The U.S. Government has made the decision after a successful pilot program launched this year proved demand for a digital, smarter, and faster application process is high. Soon …

Avoid the Awkward Silences And Guilt-Filled Exits Tipping on vacation is awkward. There’s no way around it. Every country has its own norms, and every hotel has a hundred employees who all seem worthy of a few extra bucks. But who do we actually need to tip? When should we do it? And how often …