We said affordable. It’s not Italy and its glitzy Amalfi Coast, not Spain and its sun-drenched Costa Del Sol, and certainly not Greece and its overpriced, jam-packed Cycladic islands: the Mediterranean treasure stealing all the limelight right now is Tunisia. Straddling the ancient sea, it officially tallied 10 million visitors in 2024 for the first …
We all know Spain for its beautiful coastline, vibrant metropolises where modern city-building goes hand in hand with tradition and architectural beauty, and, well, that irresistible Southern European flair: there’s just no beating cobbled Old Towns and $5 tapas. What some may not know, however, is that Spain is not restricted to Europe only: though this may …
The Mediterranean is the go-destination for Americans crossing the pond this summer, not only due to the balmy temperatures and the turquoise seas, but also the cultural wealth it boasts. It is home to some of the world’s most historically-charged nations, from Spain to France to Italy to Greece. A little-known fact among some U.S. …
Summer is right around the corner, and if you’re still torn between beach and culture and can’t decide whether it’s the tropical Caribbean or the historically-charged Europe you should be headed for, we have a third equally gorgeous that combines both elements. Officially the leading destination in Africa, Egypt is stunning industry officials as it …
Have you ever found yourself going down the rabbit hole in search of the next big destination hoping you discover it before everyone else? We’ve all wanted to find the next hidden gem because, let’s face it, sometimes the most commonly visited places can be the biggest duds in our travels. The Eiffel Tower is …
Culture-based trips are surging in popularity in 2024, and that’s particularly true among American travelers, who in their vast majority, travel abroad specifically to get out of their comfort and expose themselves to completely different environments. From a colorful Latin America, to deeply-historical Europe, to mystical Asia, there is a whole mapa mundis of options …
Tired of the same old vacation spots? Curious where those ‘in-the-know’ travelers are heading? In 2023, a record number of people flocked to this captivating country. While tried and true destinations are continuing to attract visitors in huge numbers, travelers are exploring unusual and off-the-beaten-track countries in record numbers, too. An incredible 14.5 million …
Africa may not be the first destination that comes to mind when Americans think of a beach getaway: it is more commonly associated with wild nature, the richness of its wildlife, and unique arid landscapes that contrast against fertile hinterlands. Something most Americans tend to forget, however, is that Africa is an impossibly vast and …
After three years of confusing travel rules, 2023 finally marked the comeback of tourism across the globe. Throughout the year, we have seen a boom in bookings as travelers took to the skies in droves in search of that bucket list spot they could only dream about visiting a while back (but couldn’t). As per …
When we think about the Mediterranean we tend to think about traditional destinations like Italy and Spain. But the Mediterranean Sea is surrounded by 22 countries across three continents. You’ll find African, Asian, and European countries on this list. One North African country with a Mediterranean coastline is Tunisia—a beautiful country with a …
Exploring mosques and palaces, visiting bustling markets and medinas, and indulging in some of North Africa’s most delicious cuisine — tourism in Morocco is booming, and with so much to see and do in the country it’s easy to see why. Morocco’s tourism industry has experienced an incredible resurgence so far this year. Tourism revenues …
With fall quickly approaching and the likes of North America and Northern Europe getting colder and colder, travelers are beginning to turn their focus to sunnier destinations where temperatures will take longer to drop. Understandably, many of them will be flocking to the Mediterranean. The ancient sea, which borders not one but three continents, stays …