It’s only been a few days since the south section of the Maya Train launched from Cancun, and though the locomotive’s arrival to Tulum has received extensive coverage, little to no attention has been paid to all the other incredible destinations that have also become more accessible to tourists. It turns out that if you …

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 …

When it comes to a place as iconic and stunningly diverse as Italy, it can be hard to pick a single place to visit and even harder to differentiate between the unmissable gems and the overhyped tourist traps. Milan, in particular, has always been the subject of an ongoing debate among travelers, with some insisting …

There’s a reason millions upon millions of Americans choose Mexico as their premiere vacation spot. More often than not, it’s to a pristine beach such as Cancun, Los Cabos, or Puerto Vallarta. These places are great for catching rays and waves, but if there’s a common denominator for what’s missing, it’s Mexico’s astounding culture. Sure, …

You’ve probably heard by now that Barcelona and Madrid are overcrowded, which has locals up in arms. But rather than feel obligated to visit either of Spain’s tourism titans, why not embrace the unknown? I’ve been to Spain and didn’t succumb to the pressure of visiting either iconic city, rather enjoying the timeless streets of Palma and …

Leaves may already be turning brown across much of Northern Europe, not to mention the heavy floods now affecting multiple destinations, but the further south you go, the sunnier it gets, and when it comes to one of the southernmost spots, temperatures are pretty much summer-high still: Italy may be best known for its cultural …

Panama has never been an ultra-popular country for U.S. tourists in Central America despite boasting natural resources just as rich as its neighbors’, endless miles of coastline both on the Caribbean and Pacific, and a fascinating cultural heritage. It’s somehow been historically overshadowed by bigger destinations like Costa Rica and Guatemala, but that trend seems …

Got Georgia on your mind? Many of us do! In fact, it was just announced Georgia has broken tourism records yet again. Of course, the main getaways we all desire are the bustling city of Atlanta, followed by the timeless southern bell of Savannah, depending on your vibe. Atlanta has made many headlines as of …

Whether you’re a History buff or just moderately interested in geography, it probably wouldn’t blow your mind if we were to tell you there is an independent country inside Italy: we’ve all heard of the Vatican, seat of the Holy See, and the world’s tiniest sovereign state. However, unless you’ve been studying the map of …

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 …

According to a new landmark report by Global Citizens Solutions, sunny Spain is Europe’s top digital destination, with remote workers having flocked there in recent years drawn to its high quality of life, the favorable economic environment, as well as visa benefits. If you’ve been out here hustling as a nomad for a while, that …

With leaves turning brown and starting to gather on the sidewalk, days getting shorter and colder as early as September, and multiple cities seeing record rain, you may be wondering whether there’s still any hope left for a sunny getaway to Europe in the coming weeks. While pumpkin season has arrived sooner than expected this …