There’s probably nothing worse when traveling than the sinking feeling you get when you realize you have been scammed. Whether it’s paying too much for something, having your belongings stolen, or paying for a product or service that you didn’t receive or wasn’t what was advertised – it can all leave you feeling sick to …
Ever since borders reopened and international travel resumed restriction-free, flight prices have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels, an upward trend that began in early 2022 and that is likely to continue well into late 2023, to the dismay of budget travelers. They were particularly high over summer in response to the soaring demand when millions of …
Despite recent conflicts across the entire country of France, travelers have put that aside and continue to flock here. In fact, it is the most visited country on the planet. In times of turmoil this past year, France has been in the news for all the wrong reasons. However, it never lost its beauty, charm …
Europe is once again on everyone’s radar now that travel restrictions have dropped fully and normality has been reinstated, but while a majority of newcomers will be flocking into the continent’s Mediterranean coast this year, other lesser-known parts continue to be largely ignored. That is the case with this not-so-popular vacation spot – at least …
If you’re a regular TikTok or Instagram user, you have probably come across viral videos of European locals enthusiastically screaming ‘Attention! Pickpockets!‘ when denouncing petty criminals who were about to rob inattentive tourists in popular European destinations, such as Venice and Paris. While those people in the videos are normally spared the headache of getting …
France has regained its crown as the world’s most visited tourist destination. From climbing to the top of the Eiffel Tower to mingling with the rich and famous in St. Tropez, there are hundreds of reasons to visit France. With so many people traveling to France right now, the French government is keen to ensure …
Are you flying to Europe this summer and you’ve not got your itinerary fully mapped out just yet? We know it can feel like it’s a lot to organize, particularly when you’re cramming as many iconic spots as possible into a single trip, but it’s important not to fall victim to the increasingly-common travel burnout. …
Here’s one travel truth we refuse to gatekeep: Europe doesn’t have to be expensive. There’s so much more to Europe than overdone capitals and pricey hotspots. For budget travelers, the savings are found in the hidden gems – and not just in Eastern Europe, either. This season, travelers looking to save some coin should skip …
A wave of violent protests and police mobilizations radiating from Paris have left many travelers wondering if it’s still safe to visit the popular City of Light. On June 29, the U.S. Embassy in Paris, France issued a security alert in response to potentially dangerous protests following the fatal police shooting of 17-year-old Nahel Merzouk …
As the world’s most visited country, France has been welcoming tourists with open arms season after season, and their tourism industry shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. With record numbers of visitors anticipated for summer 2023, France is now aiming to combat over-tourism at its most sought-after destinations and seeking to find ways …
In a move that comes almost two years after proposing the policy, the country of France has signed into law a ban on domestic flights under two-and-a-half hours this past week. They are the first country in the world to do so, with the move being a sweeping attempt to reduce the country’s carbon emissions. …
People often say that Paris is the kind of city you either love or you hate. But it is possible to do both! More than 44 million travelers visited Paris in 2022, and anecdotal reviews of the city vary wildly. Paris is my favorite city in the world, and the short hop across The English …