After years of being disregarded as a ‘Plan B’ summer destination, the Black Sea region is set for a historical growth in the post-pandemic scene, with some going as far as calling it the ‘new Mediterranean’ — but what makes it so popular right now? The Budget Alternative To The Med The Black Sea is …
We’ve finally weathered the COVID storm, and you may be eager to get out there, see the world and make up for the lost time. With a majority of countries now open restriction-free, there are many options – perhaps too many – to consider, and we know how hard choosing can be, especially now that …
Americans are eager to get out there and explore new faraway places now that most of the world has reopened. Exciting as it sounds, it’s worth reminding old visa requirements remain in place, even though health-related rules were scrapped. In fact, there are four popular destinations that only accept U.S. passport holders after they have …
Surpassing household names like Miami, Rio, and Cancun, a beautiful coastal gem in Turkey has been confirmed as this year’s top city break. Already incredibly popular among Europeans, who form a majority of incoming guests, this emerging Mediterranean hub is yet to be discovered by the Americans. Turkey (now renamed Turkyie) is one of the …
Despite economic setbacks, a war in Ukraine, and inflation, European tourism is back in full swing, and Southern Mediterranean destinations are making the biggest comeback. With the help of a stronger U.S. dollar, which appreciated around 20% against both the euro and pound over the last year, this made Europe a more enticing destination for …
While there’s certainly been a lot of debate surrounding this topic, a popular landlord and travel insurance company has decided it was time to establish, once and for all, what is the cheapest city worldwide for digital nomads. Spoiler? It isn’t located in the increasingly expensive Caribbean, or the overtouristed Europe. One of the biggest …
Whether you want to eat your way through a food capital, explore the most beautiful natural landscapes, or immerse yourself in culture, half of Americans have already started to think about where they’re going for their summer 2023 vacations. According to a recent AMEX survey, almost three-quarters are choosing to spend more on travel next …
Buying gold in Turkey, especially gold jewelry, is gaining massive popularity right now with the amazing conversion rate against the declining Turkish Lira and the ability for consumers to purchase directly from sellers without a middleman. Personally, I’m getting tired of wasting my money on cheap costume jewelry that will start to tarnish and break …
Istanbul. Some visitors will only breeze through on an extended layover, while other tourists will end up staying a lifetime. But if you only have 72-hours to explore the sky-high minarets, blood orange sunsets over the Mediterranean, and the hustle and bustle of Ottoman-era Bazaars, we’ve got the perfect itinerary for you. Many visitors to …
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 …
Two more new non-stop flights are set to leave the United States bound for Turkey, as the ambitious Turkish Airlines looks to build on its route offerings both for the United States and to several other destinations around the world. The latest announcements come just a few months since the airline’s previous expansion into North …
We all love a Mediterranean vacay. Especially now that most countries in the basin have dropped all entry requirements, Europe’s favorite sunny destination is more accessible than ever. One major downside? Overtourism is back, and you don’t want to be fighting for a beach spot in jam-packed Santorini or Ibiza. But don’t worry: we are …