If you ever considered visiting a trendy El Salvador for its lush jungle, unspoiled Pacific beaches and vibrant capital city, but you’ve always been taken aback by how dangerous it is––was?––as a destination, we’ve got great news for you. For the first time since records began, the U.S. State Department has added the Central American …

Mexico may be every American’s go-to spot for beaches and all-inclusive resorts, with Cancun, Cabo, Puerto Vallarta and the like dominating travel trends come winter, but as any culture aficionado will be able to attest, it is also a world-class sightseeing destination. With a History spanning thousands of years, and having hosted many a great …

Japan is having a cultural moment. Once an exotic and unusual destination, now it’s a must-visit hot spot for American travelers.   Modern and ancient cultures blend together seamlessly here. The food is so good it’s been exported around the world. And forget New York, because Tokyo is really the city that never sleeps!   …

If you’re planning on going on a vacation this upcoming winter, but another all-inclusive hotel in Cancun doesn’t exactly stir the wanderlust in you, perhaps it’s time to head somewhere unexpected, where both a fascinating culture and unique experiences await. A colonial town so well-preserved it was added to UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites, …

Mexico may be everyone’s favorite destination for beautiful Caribbean beaches and world-class resorts, but as anyone who’s dared venture deeper into the country’s heartland will be able to attest, the true cultural wealth lies elsewhere, away from the glitz and glam of the coast. Other than boasting sugar-white sands and turquoise seas, America’s southern neighbor …

Panama has never been an ultra-popular country for U.S. tourists in Central America despite boasting natural resources just as rich as its neighbors’, endless miles of coastline both on the Caribbean and Pacific, and a fascinating cultural heritage. It’s somehow been historically overshadowed by bigger destinations like Costa Rica and Guatemala, but that trend seems …

Stunning, warm, and beachy – no wonder so many Americans are falling in love with Costa Rica each passing year. After announcing a brand-new tourism record in January, the Central American country is still welcoming more U.S. travelers than ever (and to think peak season hasn’t even started yet!). But should you, too, plan a …

Mexico is the number one cultural getaway for Americans: not only are flights there short, the weather great, and the cuisine unrivaled, but the cultural offer is boundless. There’s just one caveat. As beautiful as they may be, there are certain cities you wouldn’t go out of your way to visit if you deem safety paramount, such …

Not that long ago, you’d probably laugh at the prospect of gang-dominated El Salvador, where corruption is supposedly endemic and violent crime is rampant, ever featuring on a mainstream list of the world’s safest countries. We probably would ourselves at one point, too, but as unlikely as it sounds, especially if you’ve grown used to …

As summer shifts to fall, many digital nomads are packing up in search of sun elsewhere. Boasting year-round warm weather, there’s one unheard-of city piquing digital nomads’ interest as of late. In fact, it’s charting fifth highest on Nomad List’s Latin America subcategory. Look out, Medellin! Brazil is like a Clint Eastwood movie – there’s …

Following in the footsteps of Europe’s Schengen Area, which has recently announced that, starting from next year, Americans will have to apply for a paid travel permit before entering, the United Kingdom has also confirmed it will be bringing in its own entry fee. For years now, Americans have been able to fly to London …

Famous for its crystal-clear Caribbean beaches, centuries-old Mayan temples, and luxurious resorts, Tulum is one of the most popular destinations for Americans going abroad, especially following the opening of a new international airport just 12 miles outside town. Though not all of the currently-planned 11 routes between the United States and Tulum are up and …