Every American would like to experience strolling an old medieval town, exploring the imperial chambers of a castle, and marveling at Europe’s gorgeous historic monuments. Sadly, prices are on the rise, and international trips have become painfully, if not prohibitively, expensive. If you’re still unsure about boarding a long-haul to a distant country and would …
This is the first summer in three years that Europe’s borders are completely open and travel restrictions fully lifted following the end of the pandemic. Needless to say, travel demand is skyrocketing, with millions of Americans flying across the pond for their summer holidays, but they might be in for an (unpleasant) surprise. European airports …
This summer travel season is set to be the busiest yet, with record-breaking crowds traveling by air and by car in the coming weeks. According to AAA, more Americans will be traveling during the week of July 4th than ever before, with 43.2 million driving and 4.17 million flying. A further 3.36 million will be …
With European summer officially kicking off, American travelers are flocking overseas to enjoy a summer vacation in Europe. According to Allianz Worldwide Partners, a travel insurance company, the number of Americans traveling to Europe this summer will be up 55% compared to last year. The most popular destinations on many travelers’ itineraries include London, Paris, …
Few places in the world are as wonderfully unique as Japan. Understandably, many visitors from the U.S., Europe, and beyond take a wrong turn or two when dropped in a culture so different to their own. That said, no one wants to be the stereotypical clueless tourist. Here are the five biggest mistakes travelers are …
Trailblazing solo traveler and author Elizabeth Gilbert once said, “To travel is worth any cost or sacrifice.” After 5 years on the road on my own, I wholeheartedly agree… but I also worry that the era of solo female travel empowerment has glossed over some of the challenges in its worthy push to encourage women …
Pickpocketing is a common issue, and whether you’re traveling abroad or in a popular US city, tourists are often the targets. More than 400,000 pickpocketing incidents are reported globally every day, and one-third of travel insurance claims are made because of lost or stolen valuables. When you’re in a new place, it can be tempting to …
Travelers tend to fall into two distinct categories: Those who always work with a travel agent and those who prefer to book their travel independently. There are pros and cons to each approach. As of 2023, there are over 400,000 people employed in the Travel Agencies industry in the US. The industry is forecast …
Traveling this year is different from prior years. Because of the pandemic, there has been more significant travel to places like Asia or Europe. The era of going somewhere and wanting to experience something new and culturally based is here, and it’s becoming more manageable and more accessible for the modern person to travel. According …
Mexico is the number one destination for Americans going abroad, best known for its pristine Caribbean beaches, year-round warmer weather and Mesoamerican culture, but it is also much more diverse than it gets credit for. In fact, one of the best destinations south of the border is neither a coastal hub, nor a traditional Mayan …
When country-hopping across Latin America, travelers normally have their hearts set on Mexico’s pristine beaches, Colombia’s vibrant city breaks, or Brazil’s extensive Atlantic coast, but this geopolitical entity, which extends from the southernmost part of North America to the South, still has numerous hidden spots yet to be discovered. One of them is Guatemala, a …
Getting around Bali is cheap, but not always the easiest to understand! Here is your 2019 guide on how to use Uber, Grab, Go-Jek and Taxi’s in BALI!