Far-flung but worth the trek – nearly 80 million people crossed the dividing line of Europe and Asia in 2024. Split by the Bosphorus Strait, travelers can spend their time on the European side or Asian side of the city, and as someone who has had the privilege of visiting the world’s trendiest city, I …

When most people hear of a European getaway or a Mediterranean beach vacation, they always assume they’ll have to sell their house, car, and a kidney to afford a decent week-long trip. But what if I told you there’s a place that offers all that and more on a surprisingly low budget? That’s right, Turkey …

If you’re traveling around the world as a digital nomad, you’re likely to have identified a number of factors that make certain cities stand out more than others: safety and easy visa regulations aside, the culture and affordable living are probably two of the biggest draws. You wouldn’t want to extend your stay somewhere that’s …

With the Olympics about to commence and around 15 million tourists expected to visit this summer only, drawn to a twinkling Eiffel Tower, the award-winning gastronomy, and high culture, you’d expect Paris to be the most visited city in the world right now. Or perhaps New York and its iconic Brooklyn Bridge, verdant urban parks, …

European getaways have always been painted as these lavish, expensive affairs that not all travelers will get to enjoy in their lifetime. But as new transatlantic flights pop up virtually every day and prices back home reach all-time highs, planning that dream European vacation doesn’t end up costing much more than a domestic holiday, especially …

With Gen Z’s and millennials’ newfound hunger for exploring the world, and even boomers taking their chances at backpacking while leaving their unadventurous partners at home, solo travel has been experiencing a resurgence like no other. There’s no beating that rush you get when you land alone in a brand new destination, or when you …

Those late to the party may not realize Istanbul is now the most visited city in the world, taking the title away from Paris. Although, with the Olympics being held there this summer, time will tell if Istanbul takes a backseat again. Regardless, Istanbul is becoming a lot easier to reach for Americans as Denver …

Demand for culture-based trips has increased significantly in recent months, especially among Americans, who have been flocking to foreign countries in search of ancient landmarks they wouldn’t be able to find in the relatively young nation they call home. It’s only natural Europe would be at the front of their minds when planning an international …

Thought Paris was the most visited city in the world? It’s time to think again!   The City of Love attracts huge numbers of tourists each year and is on the top of the bucket list for many international travelers, but it is no longer the world’s most visited city.   Instead Istanbul has stolen …

Traveling in Europe is back to its best, with favorites such as France, Spain, and Portugal reporting bumper years for visitor numbers, particularly from the United States. But away from the mainstream, a lesser-known country is gaining popularity very quickly and looks set to challenge the traditional nations when it comes to the most-visited European …

We tend to think that most fall and winter travel is reserved for Europe’s cultural cities and Mexico’s dreamy beaches; however, right now, there’s one particular Middle Eastern country that’s rivaling the world’s most coveted hotspots in terms of traveler interest. After a widely successful year, Turkey is finally breaking its all-time tourism records, with …

World travel is back this year and more Americans are taking to the skies and flying to far-away destinations full of culture and adventure. Few destinations in 2023 are as popular for Americans as Europe and some of the continent’s airport passenger numbers are soaring past record levels. European cities are driving this trend because …