Category: Destinations

Venice is full! Or at least that’s what we’re hearing from their tourism board, which is introducing several schemes to reduce overtourism, including entry charges for the city.  So where could you go instead? I suggest Bruges!   Bruges, in Belgium has just been named the best European city to visit by train. But it offers so much more…

When most people hear of a European getaway or a Mediterranean beach vacation, they always assume they’ll have to sell their house, car, and a kidney to afford a decent week-long trip. But what if I told you there’s a place that offers all that and more on a surprisingly low budget? That’s right, Turkey (or Türkiye) is…

Deep in the heart of Arkansas, hugged by scenic mountains, winding waterways, and charming small towns, lies a historic city that is too often overlooked against the usual mainstays of the South. Being the most notable destination in Arkansas, Little Rock is one of those cities big in size with a small town feel. However, there’s far more…

Come rain or come shine, tourists will be flocking to Italy regardless.  Home to a whopping 60 World Heritage Sites, the most of any country, and boasting a cultural wealth few nations–and civilizations as a whole–could match, it is on the bucket list of (nearly) every travel enthusiast. That’s both a blessing and a curse: while it’s true…

Don’t let the rapidly decreasing temperatures here in the U.S. give you the wrong impression – there’s still plenty of time to make that dream beach getaway of yours happen finally. And I’ve got just the place for you. Hidden for far too long in the heart of the Caribbean, the U.S. Virgin Islands are finally emerging in the…

Pink sand beaches, incredible turquoise waters, and gorgeous diving reefs. It’s no wonder Bermuda is on so many people’s bucket lists!   And the good news is it’s never been easier to hop over to Bermuda, because the archipelago is now welcomes more direct flights than it ever has in its history. It’s a bold claim, but it’s true!…

With over 6,000 islands to its name and boasting warmer temperatures year-round, Greece is one of the most sought-after sunny getaways across the pond in the fall. Be it the whitewashed villages of Santorini, Mykonos’ unrivaled party scene, or the rugged scenery of Milos, the Aegean will be brimming with visitors this season, but there’s one paradisiacal spot…

Those in the know claim ‘Midwest is best’, but is that only because it’s a catchy rhyme? Between so many underrated cities often overlooked by the coastal allure of sun, sand, and ocean breeze, much of the Midwest goes by the wayside. With the exception of Chicago, travelers are missing out on some of the best…

If you’re a culture buff, we get why Venice, the floating city, would be at the top of your travel bucket list. The gondola rides, the strolling down picturesque streets, the marveling at iconic monuments like the Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs, and the list goes on. We’re sorry to inform you, but you’re not alone. An…

Portugal has had a record-breaking summer. And its popularity looks to continue well into the fall.   But while the country as a whole has welcomed huge numbers of visitors, one destination in particular has shone as a tourism star this year.   Enter Portimao.   According to the Portugal Institute of National Statistics, Portimao experienced the…