As I’ve already driven around San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles this spring, I couldn’t help but notice hundreds of Arizona license plates invading our roadways. And that means one thing — the unofficial kickoff to tourism season. Woo. 😑 Californians love where they live; I’m certainly not complaining. But come spring and summer, …

“Spring Break” means a lot of different things to a lot of different people, but if there’s one common denominator, it’s certainly Florida. The Sunshine State offers visitors some of the country’s most renowned cities and coastlines, casting a large shadow over what many vacationers miss out on. One of those cities is Tampa, a …

There’s a mixed bag of opinions on Spain right now. Cue The Clash’s Should I Stay Or Should I Go?… Whether it be Barcelona, Madrid, or the insanely beautiful islands such as my favorite, Mallorca, locals haven’t held back about the invasion of tourists flooding their renowned cities and coastlines. One of these is Barcelona, …

For the first time, travelers worldwide, but especially Americans, are taking advantage of direct flights from the U.S. to Tulum. Factor in the Maya Train, and even more tourists are invading this trendy beach town south of Cancun. Even as popular as this region may be, Mexico is a huge country with a phenomenal coastline …

If you just pay attention to headlines, it may seem as if Jamaica has been through a whirlwind. From being issued a ‘Level 3’ travel advisory to breaking all-time visitor records, the Caribbean island nation has been on a wild roller coaster ride. Of course, there are dozens of stunning beaches lining the coast of …

If you’re planning a beach trip in the South, chances are Gulf Shores is on your mind. If not, then perhaps Florida is the next best thing with affordable beach cities like Destin in the state’s panhandle. But, let’s tap the brakes a minute. When it comes to the Gulf Coast, many beaches are overlooked. …

Uh-oh. Punta Cana may smell trouble. And no, it’s not all the turmoil neighboring Haiti is going through. A stretch of dazzling beaches are slated to see a variety of new luxe resorts giving Americans more reasons to visit instead over other mega popular beach destinations. More travelers are already setting their sights on Central …

It’s no secret that some of the world’s best beaches come with premium prices. Steep price tags are just part of the equation unless you’re willing to go the road less traveled in search of something new. As historic and well documented as Europe may be, there are still hidden gems trickling out into the …

Bali was voted the top island in Asia for a reason, but it’s certainly not without its flaws or controversies. Bali tourists absolutely love it here and can be very protective of its image. The 2024 version is far removed from the romanticized Eat Pray Love portrayal as a far-flung destination to go off and …

When you choose your next beach escape, odds are you’ll be looking where to spend blissful beach days in Mexico or the Caribbean. One Caribbean nation that has soared to new heights in terms of tourism is the Dominican Republic. Even the country’s cultural cities have become more popular, like Santiago de los Caballeros and …

Lots can be said about Istanbul and 99% are pure-hearted compliments. But that teeny 1% mostly has to do with the enormous waves of crowds packing in this vibrant, historic city. Lots can also be said about Paris, but one thing is for certain – Istanbul has been crowned the most visited city in the …

Beach season is still in full force, and you don’t have to go to California or Florida or put your passport to use in Cancun to enjoy an awesome beach vacation. Florida seems to steal most of the glory in the South, with Gulf Shores not far behind, but there are more southern coastal destinations well worth …