Although summer is the most common time of year for Americans to travel to Europe, one country has been exploding in popularity during the fall too. If you missed out on the “European summer” trend this year that brought record-breaking crowds to this country, there’s still time to plan a fall trip to this destination …

Italy may be the world’s top tourist destination, home to a plethora of UNESCO-protected landmarks and legendary ancient cities, but it has simply had it with mass tourism. In Europe, it is one of the countries most heavily affected by the surging crowds flocking into hotspots like Rome’s Colosseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and …

TripAdvisor just released the latest report from their Seasonal Travel Index series. There are some golden nuggets inside for travel trends, but the one topic that stood out was the most popular international destinations for American travelers. Common places such as Los Cabos, Cancun and Paris made the cut, but one destination gaining popularity is …

Italy is one of the most popular destinations in Europe. Home to some of the continent’s most famous landmarks, including the Colosseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and Venice’s picturesque canals, it draws in tens of millions of visitors every year. Unsurprisingly, it has been battling overtourism for decades now, and while a majority of …

Out of all European destinations, Venice is perhaps the most sought-after among American tourists. Having featured extensively in the media and existing in our collective imagination as Italy’s magical city on water, it draws in millions of tourists every year. Sadly, Venice has been battling its own serious issues lately, and it seems to be …

Island destinations rate high on travelers’ wish lists of places to escape to in the summer, causing overcrowding in popular places like Greece, Spain, Italy, and Mexico.  This has caused tourists a range of issues to contend with, from increased pricing and additional visitor taxation to flight cancellations and travel delays.  While many are prepared …

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 …

European destinations like Italy, France, and the UK have been seeing a record number of travelers this year, 600% higher than 2021 levels. This has been fuelled by favorable exchange rates and social media posts showcasing everything Europe has to offer. One recent post even went so far as to joke that girls who haven’t …

Italy is America’s favorite European getaway when the hot winds of summer begin blowing. A historical nation home to some of the world’s most iconic sights, including the Colosseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and Milan Cathedral, it has enough attractions and sights to keep you coming back for more year after year. However, now …

It would be easier to list what Italy doesn’t have (Domino’s and afternoon cappucinos) than to list everything this iconic country has to offer.  Some visitors come for the spectacular food and wine; others for the history, the romance, or the breathtaking coastlines.  It’s no surprise that travelers today are flocking to Italy at 70% …

There’s an old saying in Italy – La calma è la virtù dei forti, or calm is the virtue of the strong. But in the chaos of summer tourist season in Italy, calm is harder to find than pineapple on a pizza.  Beloved favorites like Rome, Milan, and Venice deserve their spectacular reputations. However, some …

Italy is a bucket list destination for many travelers, but it is notoriously crowded and over-touristed during the peak summer months. Since Italy is expecting its busiest summer on record, various measures have been put into place including tourist caps on popular beaches in Sardinia and a fine of €270 ($288 USD) for taking selfies …