Planning a Caribbean escape in 2026 feels a lot different than it did just a few years ago. Even the island I used to live on has recently gone from Level 1 to Level 2. While we’re all chasing that perfect turquoise horizon, the reality is that the “safety” of an island now depends as …
When we think about international travel, our brains often play tricks on us. We suffer from what risk analysts call “perception lag.” We anchor our ideas of a country to old movies, decades-old news cycles, or generational trauma, and we assume those places are still active war zones or ganglands. Truthfully, the global security map …
Whenever the urge for a Caribbean getaway strikes, one thing’s guaranteed: blazing sunshine, soft sand, and turquoise waters all year long. Not to do our best Al Roker impression, but some destinations really are sunnier than others this time of year — and just a few extra degrees can make a big difference for your …
Security is a main concern for Americans flying abroad in the current climate, including the Caribbean. Given the state of the world, U.S. vacationers are getting increasingly worried about their own personal safety when traveling, and you can’t exactly blame them. Regardless of where you stand on things, we can all agree there’s a rising …
With the current state of geopolitics and all the endless warfare, safety remains the primary concern for Americans flying abroad in 2025. In the Caribbean ,it’s no different: It’s not like there’s a major regional conflict in the Tropics, at least not right now, but it’s hardly news that crime levels and gang activity are …
As we’ve officially turned the page to June, chances are you’ve already scoped out some awesome vacation options for yourself and loved ones. What you might’ve missed is quite possibly the most affordable new flight to the Caribbean. This will be a popular budget airline’s only flight offered to a pristine island packed with lavish …
It’s official—Curaçao is having its moment. According to Google Flights’ 2025 Summer Travel Trends, Curaçao is the #1 trending international destination for American travelers this summer. That’s not just hype—this island is breaking records, adding new flights, unveiling brand-new resorts, and drawing serious attention from travelers who want something more than just another beach getaway. …
I’m a huge fan of low-cost airlines. Ultra-low-cost carriers may not offer any frills, but they do give us the opportunity to explore new destinations on a very tight budget. Frontier has demonstrated this perfectly this week by offering flights on its newest routes for as little as $29! Frontier is officially the fastest-growing …
As an American, you probably have always enjoyed hassle-free travel worldwide due to the prestige of your passport, which grants you unrestricted access to the vast majority of destinations worldwide. A U.S. passport is one of the most valuable travel documents, from the Americas to Europe, down to Asia, and over in Africa (though with …
Come rain or come shine, one thing’s for sure: Americans will be flocking to the Caribbean for their yearly getaway. Be it the tropical atmosphere, regardless of season, or the world-class amenities offered at resorts, they just know they can expect the royal treatment and some good old pampering once they check into that beachfront all-inclusive fringed …
Travelers just can’t get enough of Aruba. Something that anyone who’s visited the island won’t be surprised to hear! White sand beaches fringed with perfect turquoise waters, excellent snorkeling and scuba diving, and an incredible culinary scene are just some of the attractions of Aruba. In 2024, a whopping 3.2 million passengers arrived …
With winter knocking on our doors and vacation packages starting to pop up on your Insta feed every three posts you scroll past, you might have taken the hint it’s time to start planning your next Caribbean island getaway already. The turquoise seas, the all-inclusive resorts, the abundant nature, the… rising criminality? As beautiful as …