Peak summer travel season is just weeks away, and tourists are beginning to get excited about the epic trips they have planned. With more tourists than ever expected to travel abroad this year, and most trips already booked, we now have access to new data showing this year’s travel trends. A new report from travel …
Planning for your next big trip across the pond? This summer travel season is set to be one of the busiest ever, with travelers flocking to Europe in record numbers. International travel is up more than 200% compared to 2022, and international airfare has risen by more than 30%, according to data from AAA. With …
Now that it’s reopened for tourism following two years of strict health controls, Vietnam has reclaimed its post as one of the trendiest travel destinations globally. A seriously underrated country brimming with culture, home to pristine white-sand beaches, bounded by an azure ocean, and incredibly diverse at its core, it is once again welcoming Americans …
Now that the health crisis has subsided and the world has reopened for business as usual, all of the top global destinations are once again awash with tourists. From France’s gorgeous Mediterranean coast to Italy’s most iconic cities, overtourism is back to haunt the travel industry, so much so that these exact hotspots are now …
Off-path travel is on the rise now that overtourism is back to haunt all of the world’s top tourist destinations. Instead of blindly following the crowd and gathering around the Eiffel Tower or joining the lines to visit Chichen Itza like millions of others, some travelers are seeking truly unique experiences that do not often …
Hawaii is a vacation destination that’s on many people’s bucket lists. It’s a beautiful paradise that offers so much to see and do, and visitors can now add another Hawaii attraction to their must-visit itineraries. After nine months of closures, the iconic Iao Valley Needle on the island of Maui will finally reopen on May …
Tourism is set to be off the charts this summer, with a record number of travelers heading to Europe especially. Americans in particular are looking to visit some of Europe’s most popular destinations, with countries such as Italy and Spain bracing for record crowds this year. In order to combat the effect of over-tourism, some …
Hawaii may become the first U.S. state to introduce a tourism fee to alleviate the effects of overcrowding and to restore the environment. While tourist fees are nothing new in some popular destinations, Hawaii would be the first place in the United States to introduce a similar fee if the measure passes. Here’s what you …
It’s not hard to see why the Mexican Caribbean is one of the world’s top-selling vacation packages worldwide: from Cancun to Chetumal, it boasts a stunning coastline bounded by the most translucent of waters, bestrewn with ancient Mayan sites and luxurious resorts. Due to the area’s popularity, however, beaches can get a bit crowded, particularly …
With over 3,400 years of history to discover, Athens is a treasure trove for history buffs. But it is also a modern city full of hip neighborhoods, fantastic eateries, and a vibrant culture to explore. And while many tourists overlook the big city on their way to the Greek Islands, Athens is well worth a …
Tons of trash piled up in the streets, violent uprisings, bins on fire, and protests are part of what travelers visiting France will see right now. Tourists must be careful and learn about what is happening in this popular destination. For weeks, trash has been piling up in Paris. Collectors refuse to pick it up …
Once again, Mexico has come under the scrutiny of the media following the kidnapping and murder of Americans in a non-touristic border town. This has prompted U.S. authorities to issue new travel alerts, with the state of Texas going as far as warning citizens against travel to Mexico as a whole. While it’s true that …