Home to savanna forests, paradisaical beaches, and majestic mountains, Africa has a lot to offer to nature lovers and those hoping to escape the Western World, but how actually safe is it to visit? In this article, we bring you the 16 safest African countries for tourists, other destinations that may require extra vigilance, and …
In what has been called “a miracle” by the U.S. Coast Guard, a man who fell off a cruise ship in the Gulf of Mexico on Thursday has been rescued after being alone at sea for more than 15 hours. The man was a passenger on Carnival Valor, which set sail from New Orleans on …
The U.S. Department of State has continued to update its travel advisories on Europe, based on safety concerns and other factors that may affect travelers. Countries can be classed anywhere between Level 1, the lowest alert level, or Level 4, when travel should be avoided at all costs. Based on this risk assessment, we have …
Not even the gloomy travel advisories issued by the United States authorities have been able to slow down what’s been an incredible recovery journey for Mexico’s tourism sector. In spite of reports of violence and gang activity across major tourist destinations like Cancun, Americans keep flocking into the country in record numbers. And it’s time …
A resort haven where some of the world’s top hotel brands are located and the pristine, turquoise waters of the Mexican Caribbean line up the shore, Cancun draws in millions of visitors every year regardless of safety concerns. That is because it has been deemed a hotbed of both crime and kidnapping, but there may …
Safety remains a primary concern for Americans traveling in the Southern Hemisphere, especially in places where neither local customs, nor the language feel familiar and scamming culture is widespread. However, there is one country where risks aren’t as high, and that has been deemed the safest to travel in Latin America. The geopolitical group remains …
The safest countries for female travelers around the world have been revealed. There are few things in life that are quite as rewarding, liberating and enjoyable as taking your first trip as a solo traveler. A trip taken fully on your own terms, without compromising on your travel plans or feeling guilty about taking a …
It’s true travelers can get scammed everywhere, even in Europe and other traditionally safe destinations, especially when it’s their first time going abroad and they haven’t quite got the hang of it yet. Nevertheless, there are five specific destinations where the risk of being deceived is higher, and more caution is thus advised. Going abroad …
Travelers from all over the world usually research safety and Mexico is traditionally a destination people want to visit but feel unsure about local security. A recent survey from Mexican authorities revealed valuable information for tourists and expats interested in moving to this country. The National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi, by its Spanish …
The Institute for Economics and Peace has announced the top eight safest countries in the world. The countries were listed in an annual report known as the Global Peace Index. The index ranks countries based on instances of violence, well-functioning government, acceptance of other’s rights, and many other factors. The eight countries considered the safest …
Solo travel is skyrocketing among all ages and large companies are looking to adapt to the growing trend. A few weeks ago the cruise line Oceania Cruises announced new cabins for solo travelers, and now Airbnb has developed a new feature for this type of traveler. On Monday, the American company Airbnb announced a new …
The US State Department has issued 11 new travel advisories this week. Whilst the number of the most severe “Level 4” travel advisories being issued has fallen significantly in recent months, the State Department remains hard at work surveying all of the travel and safety issues in countries all over the world in a bid …