Mediterranean Europe is the go-to summer destination for millions of Americans. Famous for its crystal-clear waters, picturesque coastal villages, and incredibly ancient nations, the region is bracing for a record increase in tourism this season. As strange as it sounds, one of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful swimming spots, which has recently earned the nickname of …

Travelers are making up for lost time this summer with their biggest European vacations yet.  A whopping 600% more Americans are going to Europe this summer than in 2021. That’s 55%  more than last year’s already insane crowds, according to travel insurance company Allianz. Demand is so high that travel agencies are turning customers away. …

When countries become “discovered” by the travel community, it oftentimes has both negative and positive consequences. The previously under-the-radar Balkan country of Albania is no exception. While a few years ago, this small European gem flew under the radar; it’s clear now the secret is out.  Having been lucky enough to spend an extended period …

It was a clear, sunny Saturday morning last September. I was lounging on a picture perfect beach in Halkidiki, Greece, looking out on turquoise waters with an ouzo lemonade in hand… but wishing that I was back in Albania instead.    Like many Americans, I had long harbored Mamma Mia style fantasies of a young woman’s …

Now that digital nomads are taking over the scene, numerous countries around the world have begun relaxing immigration rules to better accommodate them, whether it’s treating them as long-term tourists and offering tax exemptions or launching Digital Nomad Visas (DNV). Europe is at the forefront of this exciting trend, with an ever-expanding list of nations …

Americans are flying to Europe in droves now that travel curbs have been lifted and the continent is again allowing unrestricted tourism, and the one thing they have in common? According to the Wall Street Journal, instead of the holiday classics, namely Paris, London, Rome, or Barcelona, they’re heading to lesser-known destinations other U.S. nationals, …

Summer is upon us, and now that travel restrictions have been dropped and international travel has picked up pace, Americans will be heading to the airport en masse with one goal in mind: jetting off to the next trendy sunny spot. With multiple options at hand, and so many countries reinstating normality it’s hard to …

If you follow any travel blogs or read travel news, (and since you are here reading this, I will assume you do!) then you have undoubtedly read about Albania. This small country located on the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe has been gaining more and more attention recently for travelers looking for something different, affordable, …

Now that Europe has dropped all travel restrictions and tourists are back en masse, you may be wondering which European countries are your best bet for a crowd-free, relaxing summer vacation. Italy, Greece, Spain, Croatia and the like are simply riddled with Instagrammable spots, and while there is nothing we love more than the scent …

The Mediterranean is undoubtedly Europe’s most popular tourist offer, drawing in millions of visitors each year with an enviable collection of historical nations, sandy beaches, and turquoise-colored waters. Now that borders are open and flights have been reinstated, the ancient sea is brimming with life once again. Tourism is close to reaching pre-pandemic levels across …

As mass tourism sweeps across Western Europe’s most popular hotspots, travelers are now heading East in an attempt to escape the crowds. There are many unspoiled European destinations to pick from, but one Eastern country, in particular, has risen to prominence as one of the trendiest destinations of the year: Albania A country that had …

After being dismissed as Europe’s underdog for decades, Albania is surging in popularity as the top digital nomad hub in the continent for 2023: remote workers from the U.S. have been flocking to the nation in record numbers, and in this article, we will finally explain why. Europe is the preferred destination for American nomads …