Many travelers look forward to their summer trips all year long. Destinations like Miami Beach, San Juan, and Cancún will be filled with sunshine, fruity cocktails, and tons of stuff to do. If you’re traveling to Europe, places like Greece and Italy will be the hot spots for many travelers. The downside of these destinations …
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 …
The Greek islands are a summer travel dream for many people, but the price tag associated with this dream trip can be staggeringly high. With hotel rates on popular islands like Santorini and Mykonos easily costing $500+ a night during the peak summer season, it can make a trip to the Greek islands seem out …
The U.S. passport is one of the most powerful globally, granting its bearer access to over 180 countries visa-free, but there are some infamous exceptions. From Cuba to Turkey, a select number of destinations requires Americans to present either a pre-issued tourist visa, or a travel authorization in order to travel. To the dismay of …
American travelers are ready to explore Europe this summer, and so are Europeans! And there’s so much to see and do and so many fascinating cities to visit that usually a traveler’s vacation time is never enough to see it all. The continent is so vast and interesting that European travelers are also eager to …
Puerto Rico is the island of enchantment, and it has fantastic amenities like beautiful beaches and town centers that are historical and colorful. It’s one of the best Caribbean islands, with everything for every type of traveler. As a kid, I grew up in Arecibo, one of the most prominent northern cities, with superb beaches …
Portugal is one destination that travelers can’t seem to get enough of. This European country has been growing in popularity with American travelers, and during the first quarter of 2023, it actually surpassed previous tourism records. According to Skift, Portugal received 2.8 million visitors in the first three months of this year — a significant …
Mexico is the number one most visited destination by American travelers, and these three hotspots are the most popular for 2023. According to travel insurance company Allianz Partners, these are the top three destinations in Mexico most popular with American travelers this summer. This data is based on flights booked from Memorial Day through Labor …
With summer officially just around the corner, many travelers are scrambling to plan vacations. According to data from flight aggregator Skyscanner, 61% of Americans are planning to travel this summer — but 69% of those still haven’t booked their trips. Many travelers are putting off booking their trips because of high prices. The cost of …
The breathtaking turquoise waters and white sand, the Caribbean warmth, the delicious food, the best hotels, and the vibrant nightlife… Cancun has it all! And millions of travelers across the world are aware and eager to visit and return whenever they can. Despite travel warnings, Cancun remains among the top destinations for American travelers. Year …
Alongside France, Italy, and Germany, the U.K. is one of the four countries U.S. travelers want to visit the most on a Eurotrip. Although it is extremely popular among Americans and Canadians alike, due to both the close historical and cultural ties these three nations share, the overwhelming majority of visitors whose journeys originate across …
Sleeper trains are making a decisive comeback in Europe. Whether for nostalgia, affordability, or low carbon footprint, more travelers than ever are turning away from regional flights and coming back to overnight trains. Nicolas Forien, a train advocate with ‘Back on Track’ and ‘Oui au Train de Nuit,’ recently commented on the cultural shift to …