Already had enough of the bad weather and the endless advertisements for Christmas consumerism? Me too! Which is why there’s no better time to start planning ahead for your 2025 vacations. Getting off the beaten track isn’t always easy, especially if you don’t know where to go. You need inspiration. So, although it …
The United Nations (UN) wears many hats, oftentimes on the darker side of the spectrum in places not deemed fit for tourists. Take Haiti, for example. If you’ve been able to decipher real news through the election cycle’s talking heads, then surely you’re aware of Haiti’s continuous tragic downfall. Founded in 1945, the UN’s purpose …
Most travelers in Costa Rica say “no way San Jose!”, opting for crystal-clear paradisal beaches, lush jungles echoing with wildlife, and simply the Pura Vida lifestyle we all strive for. Costa Rica may settle in the shadows of Mexico in terms of being a vacation hotspot, but if we were neighbors you can bet things …
Ask any American––at least your average East Coast person––which European country they feel closest related to and more at home, and there is a big chance most of them will say Ireland: America’s love for Ireland runs deep, and based on the fact that over 30 million U.S. citizens can trace their origins back to …
Ever felt jealous of how it’s far easier for Europeans to discover all those secret, beautiful medieval towns, that for you as an American feel incredibly remote? You’re not alone. As much as the United States is well-connected to the Old Continent, all flights almost exclusively arrive in major destinations––think Barcelona, Rome, Paris, London and …
Despite making more use of your rake this time of year, don’t let the falling leaves, crisp air, and everyone and their mother talking about pumpkins take away from your beach dreams! It goes without saying some of America’s favorite beaches have been hit hard by Mother Nature lately, but there are still plenty of …
Looking for the perfect place to party, gamble, and generally enjoy the finer things in life? Atlantic City is the Las Vegas of the East Coast, albeit on a smaller scale. It’s just a 2-hour drive from New York, and from Philadelphia, you have just 1 hour drive time. And it is considered an …
The Canary Islands are considered the islands of eternal sunshine, boasting a year-round tropical climate and some of Spain’s most beautiful and iconic beaches. And right now one island is standing out from the crowd: Lanzarote. Lanzarote has beaten all previous tourism records, with more than 2.2 million travelers arriving on the island by the …
Dreaming of a sunny getaway to Mexico but the party scene and bustling crowds of Cancun do not sound particularly inspiring? The Mexican Caribbean is a vast territory comprising lush jungles, an extensive coastline and ancient ruins with origins lost to time, and you can definitely have a great time without following the masses into …
Some Caribbean islands are incredibly well connected, with 1,000s of American travelers flying in and out every day. Others fly under the radar thanks to their less efficient transport links and limited international connectivity. For one island, change is coming. Dominica has a relatively small airport that, historically, isn’t the easiest to …
Don’t let anyone tell you a dreamy beach getaway in the Caribbean is too expensive to pull off – I know for a fact that there are still places where you can make all of your tropical dreams come true for a fraction of what you think you’ll have to pay. Case in point – …
As two of California’s most iconic cities find themselves in a self-induced dual of “which city is worse?”, one unheard-of itsy bitsy town has essentially been crowned the Golden State’s new tourism hotspot overnight. We’ve also seen images of the famous Golden Gate Bridge and Hollywood sign, but nowadays, all news outlets show are filthy …