This winter, a ski trip to Europe is cheaper than you might think. In fact, there’s one popular ski destination that may even be more affordable for American travelers than traveling to popular U.S. ski destinations. Northern Italy is a surprisingly affordable destination this winter for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports (or for anyone …

Perhaps the most unlikely travel trend to have resurged in 2023, train travel is back in full force, with numerous countries across the globe either reinstating previously defunded routes, or even launching brand new ones – scenic rides across the Mayan Riviera, anyone? Much of the action has been centered, however, in Europe: boasting a …

Spain has always been one of the most popular tourist destinations worldwide, yet interestingly, a majority of visitors would focus their attention on only a handful of cities, such as Madrid or Barcelona, while ignoring the wider country. This year, that persistent trend finally changed, as a growing number of travelers became wary of crowded …

When Americans imagine their dream trip to Europe, Big Ben and the unforgettable London skyline is the peak of most travelers’ fantasies.  No bucket list is made complete without the opportunity to wander the streets of the Big Smoke and take in all this cosmopolitan European capital has to offer. Being one of the largest …

Many countries have had an exceptional year for tourism this summer, especially in Europe.   One of these countries was Malta which has had a record year for tourism beating their pre-pandemic record by welcoming 2.6 million tourists in the first 10 months of 2023.   But you don’t have to wait until next summer …

These three Mediterranean destinations in Europe are breaking all-time tourism records this year — here’s why they’re so popular. Malta, Greece, and Cyprus are some of the trendiest destinations in Europe right now. All of these countries are on track to break their all-time tourism records in 2023. More travelers than ever before have been …

Few countries have been as receptive to digital nomadism and young travelers like Albania has. Being one of only two European countries where Americans can live for up to a year with no requirement other than their nationality, it is hosting its first-ever Digital Nomad Conference in Tirana, the quirky, incredibly fun capital. Albania has …

Just last week, I was a guest at the marvelous Sofitel Villa Borghese, a true gem of Italy’s Accor portfolio. Besides a stellar service, one thing that sets it apart from thousands of other upscale hotels is the fact that it has partnered with some of the city’s best independent guides to offer guests more …

“Niin metsä vastaa, kuin sinne huudetaan.”“The forest answers in the same way one shouts at it.” Scouring the globe for a decade in search of a destination I could feel at complete ease as a solo female traveler; why had it taken me 30 years to touch down in this alluring Nordic city?  Arguably one …

Wild water ripples below, and a warm fall breeze stirs the trees surrounding Riksplan Park. For a city, there’s a calm stillness about it. I’m following a herd of locals on bicycles as they ride the paths over the many bridges connecting one part of the city to another. 35 countries later and all seasons …

2023 marked the first full year of restriction-less travel since the health crisis subsided. All of sudden, border curbs were lifted, discriminatory measures axed, and normality reinstated – across much of the globe – leading to an unsurprising surge in holiday bookings. Throughout the year that’s about to wrap up, we’ve seen demand for cultural …

Winter is coming, and with temperatures plummeting and the days getting darker and darker, we know you might already be thinking of your next sunny getaway – preferably somewhere in the warm, tropical Caribbean. If you’re looking to beat the winter blues, there’s truly no better place than Cancun and its glitzy resort zones. If …