They say “the world is your oyster”, and like its namesake, this oceanic delicacy can be a delectable delight or a digestive disaster. The same goes for traveling. The world may be a beautiful place, but letting the looks fool you can leave you in some real trouble, many of which the dangers are to no …

As customary every year, Travel & Leisure has unveiled the top-ranked destinations at its World’s Best Awards, one of the industry’s most prized: after all, it is voted entirely by the public, and the usual know-it-all expert sitting behind computer screens don’t get to weigh in. For 2024, over 186,000 of their readers participated, casting …

With its slower pace of living, high levels of safety, and cultural wealth like no other, Europe seems to be the end goal of every digital nomad. Were it not for the overly strict immigration rules and visa bureaucracies, it would be the world’s leading workcation hub. Perhaps the biggest obstacle is the Schengen rule, …

Out of all the European tourism hotspots, Italy is probably the busiest. It concentrates a large number of the continent’s ancient monuments, including the Roman Colosseum and the floating city of Venice. It has lovely weather, and the cuisine is unrivaled. Needless to say, it’s been overwhelmed by tourists lately, so if you’re hoping to …

Both Spain and Portugal have seen massive hordes of tourists, so how do you pick between the two? The better question might be, how do you avoid the crowds? With iconic cities like Barcelona experiencing a bout of overtourism, more hidden gems are being unveiled to provide more space and culture. Hugging the border of …

If you’re planning to visit Spain this summer, or perhaps you want to see as much of Europe as possible in one trip, then you may be wondering if Barcelona is still worth visiting.   Barcelona is the most visited city in Spain as well as the most famous.   But Barcelona has also been …

Though it’s often considered one of Europe’s friendliest countries, owing to its hospitality and warm Hispanic culture, Spain has been rocked by a number of anti-tourism protests lately. Locals in the popular resort island Tenerife have even told visitors to ‘go home’. Some Spaniards believe overtourism is to blame for their rising living costs, and …

With the Olympics about to commence and around 15 million tourists expected to visit this summer only, drawn to a twinkling Eiffel Tower, the award-winning gastronomy, and high culture, you’d expect Paris to be the most visited city in the world right now. Or perhaps New York and its iconic Brooklyn Bridge, verdant urban parks, …

Those looking to enjoy the outdoors this summer, look no further. Critically acclaimed publication National Geographic has revealed the top 5 lesser-known National Parks to visit this summer. And here’s a tease – even though all are located in the U.S., you will still need a passport for one of them! Hordes of visitors will …

Now that days are getting warmer and longer, and new Transatlantic flights to a host of exciting destinations are launching, Europe is back to being the go-to spot for culture buffs, but trust me, unpleasant surprises await those who are headed for Spain, France, Italy and the like: From the Paris Olympics, which look set …

I know there’s insane pressure right now to plan the best, most elaborate overseas getaway you can, but summer travel doesn’t always have to be so expensive or complicated. And if you want to keep things a little more low-key this year, I happen to know the perfect destination for you. With its incredible sights, …

People travel from across the globe to experience rich European culture.   Europe’s hot spots can be impossibly crowded in the summer months, but there’s a reason that everyone wants to visit. Think dreamy architecture, towering cathedrals, and fabulous cultural venues.   A new study by the global luggage storage provider Slasher has revealed the most …