The turn of the calendar year tends to give us all permission to dream big with lofty goals. Local gyms worldwide fill up through January, and by February, many of our newfound goals dissipate with every step on the StairMaster. Some of us, however, stick to the script. That’s the case for one Irish city that …
Not every Asian island should be compared to Bali, but Indonesia’s paradise has definitely captured our hearts for decades. One place that has flown under the radar and is far easier to reach from the States is the Philippines, home to over 7,500 islands (nope, not a typo!). This fascinating (and extraordinarily cheap) country boasts …
Fall is the ultimate season for a European city break, no doubt about that, but is an extra transatlantic getaway in the shoulder season financially feasible? The short answer is yes, but there’s a caveat. You have to be extra mindful when it comes to choosing your destination – Paris, London, and Zurich are all …
I’ve never been one to snub big tourist hotspots. They’re popular for a reason, and more often than not, they really do live up to the hype. But there comes a time in every traveler’s life when you just want to experience something different and more authentic, preferably away from the overwhelming crowds. The only …
Some Caribbean islands are incredibly well connected, with 1,000s of American travelers flying in and out every day. Others fly under the radar thanks to their less efficient transport links and limited international connectivity. For one island, change is coming. Dominica has a relatively small airport that, historically, isn’t the easiest to …
Fall is one of the very best times to travel, particularly if your idea of the perfect vacation involves exploring hip cities in cooler temperatures, embracing fall foliage, or immersing yourself in new cultures. And you don’t have to just take my word for it! According to Timeout, searches for ‘autumn cities’ are up 40% compared …
One of the most common questions travelers ask about Mexico is, “Is it safe?” It’s true that there are certain parts of Mexico that American travelers are advised not to visit. These include states such as Colima, Sinaloa, and Guerrero. But Los Cabos isn’t one of them! In fact, in recent months, no …
Fall may be just beginning, but it’s never too early to plan a winter escape. Despite the frigid weather in many places, that won’t stop travelers from galavanting around Europe in search of postcard-esque winter wonderlands and bustling Christmas markets. Forbes just revealed the best place to be this winter based on Google search trend …
Japan is having a real moment. From top trending destination to most sought-after destination, it’s topping list after list for American travelers this year. But with popularity often comes overtourism. And this is something that the cities in the Golden Triangle (that’s Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto for the uninitiated) are experiencing right now. …
As two of California’s most iconic cities find themselves in a self-induced dual of “which city is worse?”, one unheard-of itsy bitsy town has essentially been crowned the Golden State’s new tourism hotspot overnight. We’ve also seen images of the famous Golden Gate Bridge and Hollywood sign, but nowadays, all news outlets show are filthy …
Roughly 200 million Americans travel domestically at least once a year, but since a good chunk of them flocks to the classic big hotspots we all know and love (New York City, Miami, Los Angeles, Orlando, and so on), there are still plenty of places that while not entirely overlooked, don’t get nearly the level …
As summer shifts to fall, many digital nomads are packing up in search of sun elsewhere. Boasting year-round warm weather, there’s one unheard-of city piquing digital nomads’ interest as of late. In fact, it’s charting fifth highest on Nomad List’s Latin America subcategory. Look out, Medellin! Brazil is like a Clint Eastwood movie – there’s …