Florida tends to steal the spotlight when it comes to premiere beach vacations, but it’s time to take the spotlight back and allow their southern neighbors to take center stage. If anywhere in the South has a claim to fame for white sand beaches aside from Florida, it’s Alabama’s beautiful Gulf Shores, but that’s no …

I’ve always been partial to a Greek beach getaway and after years of exploring almost all of the country’s many, many sunny hubs I’ve become somewhat of an expert, too. I’ve seen everything from the white stone houses of Santorini to the (in my opinion, overhyped) beaches of Mykonos, but this summer, some of my …

Oddly enough, spring brings both families and rowdy ‘Spring Breakers’ to Florida’s pristine beaches while summer sees an invasion of seemingly every walk of life. September is when the crowds begin to dwindle, but it is Florida after all… Finding your quiet space on a nice beach in this state is no easy feat, regardless …

When you think of Wisconsin, your first thoughts may be beer, cheese, sports, and cold winters. Maybe even all of the above wrapped up in one like the Green Bay Packers. In other words, pretty islands may not come to mind as the perfect island getaway is typically synonymous with the Caribbean. Well, as unusual …

Greece, Portugal and Spain may be more popular island getaways, but why not France? Many vacationers opt for the famous French Riviera and it’s not only Hollywood’s elite attending the world-renowned Cannes Film Festival. Between Marseille, Nice, Cannes, and among many others forming a treasure trove of paradisal beaches dotting the scenic coastline. Located just …

Spain, Greece, Italy, and yes, Croatia, have become the go-to’s in Europe for vacationers expecting the best of the best for sun and sand. Summer is here, which means you have surely already scoured the internet for your European beach getaway. Hordes of travelers will invade Croatia’s stunning coastlines, but no more than the eye-popping …

Forget the Caribbean?! Yeah, we said it. Between spotty sargassum and possible hurricanes, there are other stunning beaches to hit up without needing to pack a passport. Florida may see some crazy headlines, but it’s actually a really fun place to visit. It’s not only Orlando and Miami either; the state is teeming with gorgeous …

Summertime is the perfect time to check off your bucket-list destinations, but oftentimes, you’re not alone. When it comes to iconic countries like Italy, it’s all but guaranteed Rome, Venice, and the stunning Amalfi Coast will be jam-packed with tourists. On the bright side, this gives you the excuse to try something new and give …

When it comes to travelers scoping out awesome trips in Latin America, there are so many amazing countries to choose from. Expanding across North America, the Caribbean and South America, you have iconic cities, world-renowned beaches, and historic ruins at your fingertips. That being said, one lesser-known country tends to fly under the radar unless …

Summer is coming in hot. With that comes some thrilling travel plans being made across the globe. Europe is already seeing a surge in many places, but perhaps no more than Spain, as they are now only second to France in tourism numbers. One reason Spain is so popular is because of their epic coastlines …

850,000 votes are in and the people have spoken. The best island in America is one you may not suspect. Your first thought might be to assume it’s Hawaii – nope. Second guess might be Martha’s Vineyard to the east, or perhaps Catalina Island to the west. Strike 2 and Strike 3. It’s actually Florida …

Iceland is no longer the far-flung country it used to be. It is arguably one of the trendiest in Europe for a variety of reasons. One being how easily accessible it has become to explore a vast array of natural wonders and unique culture. While questions certainly arise in terms of safety as there have …