Marseille Among Those Keeping The Visiting Numbers Under Control Several towns in France have taken the sudden surge in tourism into their own hands by implementing limits on the number of visitors. Marseille is one of the most significant cities to take action. The French countryside has long been an iconic destination for foreigners. Its …
France recently announced that the country would no longer have any Covid restrictions in place for international travelers. Testing, masks, quarantine, and proof of vaccination are officially no longer needed to enter this highly sought tourist destination. The country has already seen an increase in tourism from those willing to power through the restrictions. Now …
Eight more travel advisory updates have been issued by the U.S. State Department over the past few days, as it works to ensure travelers are kept safe wherever they are heading around the world. Containing the first updates of the calendar month, the most recent travel advisory changes feature a range of different countries around …
Beginning today, August 1st 2022, France has officially ended all Covid restrictions for international travelers. As the country reopens completely, travelers will no longer need to test before arrival. Travelers will also not need to present proof of recovery from Covid-19 and will not require proof that they have been vaccinated. Travelers will no longer …
With a new wave of Covid on the horizon, a number of countries are preparing to bring back dreaded pandemic mandates once more, including hugely popular tourist destinations like Germany and Ireland. In these European nations, mandatory mask usage may again be enforced starting this fall, should infection trends continue rising. Even though a majority …
Despite having originated from grassroots movements in the 20th century, led by LGBTQ+ people fighting for their rights, Pride has evolved into more of a mainstream celebration in recent years. All across Europe and the Americas, it attracts millions of visitors and, in some places, even surpasses Carnival as the most hotly anticipated event of …
The European Union spent decades getting rid of its borders. Coronavirus brought them back. When the pandemic first washed across the bloc in early 2020, panicky countries restored border controls; people and trucks transporting everything from car parts to cabbages spent days in huge lines waiting to cross frontiers. Most air travel ended. Over the …
Traveling abroad for summer 2022 will be much more challenging than initially expected, as countries struggle to keep up with a rising travel demand and staff shortages. Still, some destinations are better prepared than others, and are even simplifying entry for foreigners. This is the case with France, where Americans now enjoy fast track entry. …
Heading across the pond this summer? We know many of you won’t drop that foodie tour of Italy or your much anticipated island hop of Greece, but take a moment and consider these underrated destinations for a summer vacation to Europe this year. From charming Baroque towns in South Bohemia to epic hikes for days …
Low exchange rates have always been a tempting reason for travelers to visit a destination. The cost of souvenirs, hotel stays, restaurants, and even splurging on a private tour doesn’t hit as hard when your home currency in a foreign country gives you more bang for your buck. And as the exchange rate between the …
AirBnB has become the go-to platform for those looking for more personalized stays when traveling. Whether it’s cozy apartments with a homely atmosphere you won’t find easily in hotels, or once-in-a-lifetime experiences, such as staying in treehouses or castles, travelers have always had a myriad of options to choose from. On the other hand, the …
If travelers wish to visit the European Union and have a non-EU passport, there can be some obstacles. Getting the Schengen Visa—depending on where you come from—can be a challenging process, but there are additional steps any foreigner may need to take before traveling. Unknown to many, travelers visiting from third countries (countries outside the …