Pura Vida. There – that’s out of the way. Now we can get on with the first-ever Costa Rica article without uttering that ubiquitous phrase. Seriously, though. What’s going on in the popular Central American nation that prides itself on a slogan embodying what’s supposed to be a safe haven for locals and tourists alike? …

The U.S. State Department is earning its paycheck as it has been issuing new travel advisories frequently lately. In May alone, there have been a total of 6 advisory updates already, and we’re barely a week into the month! Of course, Russia is no surprise given the state of conflict. There’s no need to jump into that …

When I visited El Salvador in 2020, I was constantly side-eyed when sharing my travel plans. This was not only due to the risk of becoming stranded due to rampant pandemic-related flight cancellations but also because El Salvador was notoriously ‘dangerous’. 5 years later, that has all changed, and not without its well-documented share of …

Just as many of us are scoping out the best spots for a vacation, one of the world’s most premiere beach destinations gets called into question… again. In early 2024, The Bahamas and The U.S. butted heads over a travel advisory as the usually safe island nation was rocked with rampant crime seemingly out of …

Whether it be trekking through rugged terrain to witness the ancient Incan ruins of Machu Picchu or discovering the cultural delights of Lima and numerous vibrant mountain towns, there’s no doubt Peru sits atop many travelers wishlists. In fact, I just booked a trip myself, and it appears I’ll need to keep a keen eye …

Normally considered quite literally a safe bet for an epic vacation of amazing beaches, luxe resorts, and endless jungle excursions, according to both the U.S. State Department and, as of this week, the U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica, it seems like the Pura Vida life may not be so ‘pure’ after all… While crime is always a …

Year after year, airlineratings.com has released their annual list of the world’s safest airlines in some form or another. For 2025, these travel experts unveiled some big surprises both globally and domestically – many of which fly through U.S. skies. You might be wondering how such a list is compiled. No worries; it’s not some …

Well, well, well. Spain is back in the headlines. The U.S. State Department just issued a new travel advisory reminding travelers to exercise caution when visiting. However, the reasons may surprise you. While all of us certainly have disagreements, a majority of the world is united to move forward from the chaos caused by the …

As more Americans seek out winter sun, what better place to vacation than the always reliable Bahamas? …or is it? According to the U.S. Embassy in Nassau, crime surges are commonplace this time of year. So much so a new security alert was just issued. While the U.S. State Department caused quite a stir issuing …

Spring has sprung in Chile while us at home shift toward fall in search of scenic mountain roads, vibrant foliage photo-ops, and anything pumpkin. Who am I kidding? Every season is beach season for Americans, which is why much of South America makes for an epic fall adventure from Colombia, Brazil, and yes, even Chile. …

Earlier this year, we published a travel security alert for Colombia, where tricksters were running rampant, and some situations actually became fatal. Turns out Colombia is not alone in South America when it comes to playing dangerous games with tourists’ lives. The U.S. Embassy of Buenos Aires, Argentina’s phenomenal capital city, has issued a new …

Summer may be winding down, but Cancun is still full steam ahead. As such, travelers can expect a rush of tourists whizzing through the airport at all operating hours. Typically, airports are a forgetful memory on vacation, and that’s no different for the most popular international vacation spot for Americans. Cancun International Airport is implementing …