From underdeveloped arid landscapes with little to offer to the oil capital of the world (and fastest-growing development zone), Gulf countries draw in hundreds of millions of tourists every year, who flock to the likes of Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh for their opulent resorts and futuristic cityscapes. Despite their popularity, there remains one major …
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 …
Few destinations have captured the collective imagination of travelers around the world quite like Egypt. There’s something incredibly alluring about exploring ancient temples and tombs in Egypt and sailing down the Nile River. Egypt welcomed a record number of visitors in 2023, and this fascinating destination is only set to grow in popularity further in …
The Middle East might not be your first choice when thinking about your dream vacation destination. But one city is set to change all that. This city welcomed 17.15 million international visitors in 2023 making it a record-breaking year. This incredible figure is 19% higher than in 2022 and breaks the previous record of …
Now that the world has reopened fully and normality has been reinstated, paving the way for the return of overtourism, travelers are seeking less crowded, off-the-beaten-path destinations where they can truly relax and appreciate a foreign country without all the distraction. One of the lesser-known destinations in the undiscovered gem that is the Middle East, …
Since the world reopened for tourism and normality was reinstated, Dubai has been making headlines as one of the fastest-growing destinations in the world. The jewel in the Middle Eastern crown and a global financial hub to trump all others, it continues to attract millions of visitors who keep flocking into the newly-built, bucket-list desert …
Brrrr! Do you feel that? That’s the frigid cold air hitting you 2 months from now. But don’t fret. There is a place far away, yet easy to reach, that will make you forget all about the dread of winter. Sure, you could stay in the U.S. hoping to find some sun, but what is …
We know not that many of you are planning on taking Transatlantic trips this winter. Though there are some exceptions to that rule, such as Andalusia in Spain and the Canary Islands, much of the continent will be swept by freezing winds and hit with plummeting temperatures. It may be perfect for visiting Christmas markets …
After what many have considered to be the worst crisis in the history of the travel industry, the world has once again opened its doors to tourism, this time enforcing new policies and initiatives to ensure that the road to recovery is as fast and smooth as possible. As nearly four years have elapsed since …
Istanbul has always been an endless source of fascination. For centuries now, the mystery of its minaret-dotted skyline and bustling street bazaars has drawn in millions of travelers, and as much as it was the city of the world’s desire in ancient times, it is now one of the world’s top tourist destinations. Other than …
Despite facing competition from Europe and the Global South, often deemed the world’s main tourist playgrounds, the Middle East is surging in popularity among travelers right now, with a growing number of them picking the sunny spot for their vacations instead. Though the likes of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar …
With restrictions axed completely across much of the Northern Hemisphere, American travelers are once again taking to the skies in droves to make up for lost time after almost three years of enduring harsh travel regulations. Now that Europe is overcrowded and the Global South is facing security issues, they seem to be favoring a …