In an age when many of us are up in arms against the world’s one-percenters, today we present the two-percenters—an exclusive group of travelers with bragging rights who’ve discovered one of Spain’s last remaining gems. Over 12 million tourists visited Spain’s stunning Andalusia region, home to notable cities such as Malaga, Seville, and Granada, but …

Step aside, Tahoe! There’s another NorCal lake hideaway with fewer crowds, unbounded nature, and no snooty vibes — a place where you won’t find thousand-dollar millionaires trying to outdo each other. In fact, this region of California leans more on the Boho spectrum where tie-dye shirts are commonplace, #vanlife likely outpaces the real estate market, …

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 …

Summer is hot in more ways than one, and it’s no different for Philadelphia, the ‘City of Brotherly Love’. While there’s far more to do than take selfies with Rocky Balboa and indulge in savory cheesesteaks, nobody would blame you for booking fall travel plans a bit early. This is especially true when one such …

Pasta, wine, and phenomenal beaches – doesn’t that sound like a great day? Well, there’s even more you can pack in on an epic trip to Italy, whether squeezing in a last-minute summer escape or getting a head start for fall. Rome is often the gateway into Italy, and why wouldn’t it be? It’s truly …

Who wouldn’t want to go to Greece? Well, if you ask this past summer’s tourists, perhaps a lot, as they all but melted in the sweltering heat! But that’s not the point here, as we have turned our calendars to fall. The point is that France has a secret Mediterranean getaway rivaling Greece’s glorious islands …

Tampa is a fun city on its own, but many vacationers opt to go just south of the cityscape to enjoy sun and sand in 2 of America’s most renowned beach towns. Of course, that would be Siesta Key and Clearwater, both constantly in a head-to-head duel year after year fighting for ‘#1′ honors. While …

Barcelona may be the most sought-after destination in Spain, with its towering Sagrada Família cathedral, historic Gothic Quarter, and colorful Park Güell, but it’s been actively signaling to tourists they are no longer welcome for some years now: From significant increases in the tourist tax to widespread anti-visitor protests to the extent that some of …

When tourists plan a visit to Italy, Rome is likely to be at the top of their bucket list, especially if they haven’t been to the country before, and we can certainly understand why. The Eternal City is famous for its boundless wonders, from the Colosseum to the Pantheon, but it can get excessively crowded, …

All it takes is one trip to be sold on the French Riviera as one of Europe’s most beautiful destinations, but next time you’re in Paris itching for sun and sand, check out a hidden gem most travelers overlook. With the lesser-known ‘Parisian Riviera’ in close proximity, you don’t have to take a bullet train …

Overlooked by Europe’s household names such as Paris, Barcelona, and Athens, too many travelers overlook Scandinavia, a sprawling region teeming with hidden gems. Unlike Scandinavia’s frigid reputation, you might be surprised to see wildflower blooms, sun-kissed beaches, and splendid weather warm enough to tap into Sweden’s Fika lifestyle on a cozy cafe patio come spring. …

If you’ve been dreaming of an idyllic European getaway, but the crowds and high prices have been putting you off, we’ve got great news for you: not everywhere is as jam-packed as Amsterdam, or ‘hors-de-prix’, like Paris, much less blatantly anti-tourist as Barcelona. There are countless hidden gems that have retained their centuries-old charm and offer …