Summer is officially here, which means millions of Americans are currently scrambling to lock in a beach vacation before the season slips away. But before you blindly book a flight to the first tropical hotspot you see on Instagram, you need to pause and look at the actual data for Summer 2026. This summer is …

When I map out a trip to South America, safety and authenticity are always at the absolute top of my list. Argentina routinely ranks as one of the safest countries on the entire continent (scoring an incredible 89/100 on our own Safety Index!), which makes it an absolute dream for travelers. But here is the …

Don’t hurt your neck. You read the headline right. One of the Caribbean’s most iconic destinations has been flagged by the U.S. Embassy. This one is hot off the press, so the State Department hasn’t followed suit with their own advisory, but remember, embassies tend to have the most up-to-date intel as they’re on the …

We scored ourselves a new one, you guys. To all our fellow train enthusiasts out there, this year is truly the year Europe took its Rail Renaissance to the next level. Every other month now, a new route launches between two unlikely cities – in some cases, sometimes from Switzerland all the way to Scandinavia. …

The European summer getaway is a massive bucket-list trip for millions of travelers every single year. You dream of landing, grabbing your bags, and immediately heading out to a seaside cafe for a cold drink. But right now, a massive wave of frustration is hitting international arrivals across the continent, and it all boils down …

A world-class beach destination and the closest cultural crossroads between the U.S. and Latin America, Miami is not only surpassing but shattering tourism records. Last year, Greater Miami and Miami Beach hosted over 28.3 million visitors, and between the visitor spending and the $32.2 billion economic impact, the highest numbers since records began, it’s safe to say …

If you are gearing up for a European summer, you already know the drill. You want to spend your days eating incredible food, wandering ancient streets, and soaking up the culture—not nervously clutching your backpack or constantly looking over your shoulder. These rankings come directly from travelers using our Safety Index. While every single city …

Have you ever heard the words “all aboard!” and not felt a surge of excitement pouring through your veins? Fat chance. With airfare reportedly going through the roof, there’s no better summer in recent years to ditch the runway and travel the old-fashioned way, chugging along gorgeous seaside tracks toward a destination that makes the …

Look, we get it. The Gulf Coast can be hit or miss, depending on where you’re at and when you visit. That said, summer is primetime to experience much of Florida’s gleaming blue waters and various small coastal towns and island hideaways dotting the Gulf, not often touted as mainstream vacation spots. If you ask …

When you are looking for a beach vacation that is genuinely off the beaten path, two things matter more than anything else: safety and hospitality. Finding an untouched paradise doesn’t mean much if you feel uneasy walking around at night or if the locals aren’t happy to have you there. Unfortunately, across most of Mexico’s …

Trying to map out the perfect off-the-grid Caribbean trip used to end in a massive headache. Historically, if an island was actually safe and totally undiscovered, getting there involved a brutal itinerary… we’re talking multiple layovers, terrifying tiny commuter planes, or sketchy ferry rides. On the flip side, the islands with easy, direct flights from …

You might think some of America’s most popular destinations don’t even need to remind us how great they are. Like a restaurant with a line out the door, the visual alone does all the marketing for them. But the truth is, even the most renowned destinations find themselves in slumps for one reason or another. …