Mexico has long been famous for its luxurious Cancun hotels, the unspoiled nature around Los Cabos, and the laid-back beach zone of Puerto Vallarta, which all draw in millions of visitors, particularly Americans, who flock into their southern neighbor’s shores for sunny vacays year-round. As popular as Mexico may be, however, large swathes of the …

With its sugary white sands lapped by turquoise waters, world-renowned hospitality, lively nightlife and bustling shopping streets, Cancun is unequivocally the most popular resort zone for Americans heading to Mexico. That’s not to say it’s the best pick year-round, particularly in summer when it’s invaded by the foul-smelling sargassum, and humidity is so oppressive you …

Luxurious resorts, a delectable cuisine that feels a lot richer and more flavorful than the watered-down version you get in the States, and hospitality like no other: it’s no wonder Mexico remains undefeated as the leading destination for Americans going abroad this summer. There is one issue facing visitors in the short to medium-term, however. …

If you’re looking for great culture, amazing beaches, and a low cost of living, these are the best Latin American countries with digital nomad visas right now. While there are many countries around the world offering digital nomad visas now, Latin America is one of the best regions for North American digital nomads because it’s …

Mexico is a primary destination for digital nomads globally, and it doesn’t take you long to figure out why. Winters as we know them in the Northern Hemisphere, are pretty much a non-existent concept south of the border; the culture is vibrant and welcoming, and the cost of living is lower. While the likes of …

Summer is right round the corner, and if you’ve been dreaming of piña coladas by the seaside, basking in the sun in some tropical weather and colonial towns that exude charm, Latin America is likely to be at the top of your wishlist. Still, it’s not like Cancun and its award-winning resorts are the cheapest …

Home to gorgeous colonial towns, nature preserves of outstanding beauty, and warm-hearted people who will go out of their way to make sure you feel welcome, Latin America is one of the leading destinations for Americans and Europeans right now. Not only is it a sunny getaway filled with natural and manmade wonders, but on …

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Latin America is surging in popularity with American travelers now that they’re letting go of their reservations and starting to question their preconceived notion of the ‘dangerous’, ‘risky’ Global South, and how mainstream media portrays it. From a beautiful, sprawling Mexico City down to the beaches of Rio de Janeiro, they are (re)discovering the subcontinent’s …

Latin America is every American’s go-to destination for tropical weather, sampling world-class cuisine, and exposing themselves to a different – arguably warmer – culture, but no trip to the Global South is exactly a smooth ride. From minor details, such as ensuring there are enough blank pages left on your passport for entry stamps, to …

Latin America is wide-ranging with some truly amazing destinations to visit, yet many are still overlooked. Between Mexico and South America lies Central America, home to just 7 nations. Even then some countries don’t receive the recognition they should. Yet one of them has become very popular with Americans who want to explore the vast …

Guatemala is unlikely to feature on the average traveler’s priority list. A majority of people are only somewhat aware of the country’s existence, and those who have heard of it do not know an awful lot beyond, well, its name and the fact it’s maybe located in Latin America. Sitting in the Central American isthmus, …