Famous for its turquoise waters, white-sand beaches backed by tall palm trees, and luxurious resorts, the Caribbean is a no-brainer for Americans keen on a sunny getaway in winter, but in places like Punta Cana or Jamaica, it doesn’t come without its downsides. Be it the excessive crowding at beaches or the decreased safety levels, …

My mind was blown when I first opened the door to my room at Seven Stars Resort & Spa. The word “luxury” was the first and main thought as I walked through the foyer into the full kitchen and massive living space.   Some places wow you the second you step foot in them, and …

As more Americans seek out winter sun, what better place to vacation than the always reliable Bahamas? …or is it? According to the U.S. Embassy in Nassau, crime surges are commonplace this time of year. So much so a new security alert was just issued. While the U.S. State Department caused quite a stir issuing …

Dreaming of a Caribbean getaway this winter but you’re not exactly sold on another Cancun all-inclusive with crowded beaches, or the soaring crime levels affecting Jamaica put you off visiting? We have just the perfect alternative for you: Tucked away in the Eastern end of the turquoise sea, Grenada is an island-nation rich in tropical …

Dreaming of a Caribbean getaway as of late, but Cancun, Punta Cana and the like––and their jam-packed resorts and lack of authenticity––just don’t do it for you anymore? Worry not: there is a lesser-known sunny spot in the Eastern end of the turquoise sea where the coastal views are just as beautiful, the nature far …

Tropical island vibes and affordable airfare? Both things on my Christmas list this year!   So it’s great news that the ultra low-cost airline Avelo has expanded beyond the U.S .this winter, launching their first international route.   The destination? Jamaica. A stunningly beautiful island of waterfalls and rivers, incredible beaches, and a pulsating music …

The Dominican Republic is one of the most highly sought-after beach destinations for Americans going abroad this winter. Boasting miles upon miles of sugar-white sands, fringed by teal-colored waters, and lively resort zones packed with luxury hotels, it is a no-brainer for vacationers keen on relaxing and pampering themselves a little after another long, laborious …

Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned traveler, you might be used to checking the U.S. Department of State for updates regarding the security situation in a number of countries: It’s strange times we’re living in, after all, with all these geopolitical conflicts, and there’s nothing wrong with wanting some reassurance. For Americans, this means checking …

Heading to a sunny Cancun this winter, and as usual, you’re concerned with your personal safety after being bombarded with mainstream news stories on how crime in the Mexican Caribbean is rising? While there is some truth to that, and we would definitely recommend you exercise greater caution visiting, Cancun remains one of the safest––if …

Leaves are falling, temperatures are dropping, and snow will blanket much of the U.S. before we know it. The good news is that there are still plenty of places to visit for winter sun, and perhaps no type of traveler knows this better than digital nomads. This newfound travel trend of recent years has quite …

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 …

Winter is the very best time of year to escape to the Caribbean.   There’s no better time to flee the cold weather (and the holiday madness) to relax and unwind on huge stretches of white sandy beach.   The Caribbean is conveniently close to the U.S. which is one of the reasons it’s such …