Category: Destinations

Both Spain and Portugal have seen massive hordes of tourists, so how do you pick between the two? The better question might be, how do you avoid the crowds? With iconic cities like Barcelona experiencing a bout of overtourism, more hidden gems are being unveiled to provide more space and culture. Hugging the border of this pair of…

With its combination of ancient culture and scenic coastal scenes, Europe seems to be everyone’s go-to destination this summer, with the likes of Spain, France and Croatia all seeing record increases in tourism, with one slight caveat for tourists themselves: Between the inflated room rates and rising anti-tourist sentiment across tourism hotspots, we wouldn’t blame them…

Looking for a vacation full of culture, guaranteed sunshine, and plenty of things to see and do? There’s no need to follow the herd to Europe this summer because you can find all of that and more right here in the U.S. The Texan city of San Antonio is a fascinating hotspot with a rich…

Rome, Milan, Venice, and the Amalfi Coast may be the household names of Italy, but there are so many other amazing gems to explore. From stunning islands to storybook towns and historic cultural cities, it’s no wonder Italy has soared to new tourism heights. Rome is undoubtedly the most popular for travelers to immerse themselves into the fascinating…

If you love the Caribbean but hate crowds, then you may be wondering if there’s anywhere left to visit that won’t be drowning in tourists. One island chain that used to fly below the radar but is now gaining a well-deserved reputation with Caribbean explorers is Antigua and Barbuda. But despite their growing popularity, these…

Owing to the high affordability, impressive levels of safety, and generous visa policy, Buenos Aires has always been a Mecca of sorts for digital nomads in Latin America, but as of late, it looks as if its crown is about to be snatched by yet another vibrant metropolis. The leading platform for tracking digital nomad trends, Nomad…

Summer is the time of year to check off bucket list destinations while also giving hidden gems a chance. Whether it’s iconic cities or locals’ best-kept secrets you’ve somehow clued in on, it’s time to make use of your well-deserved PTO. One country that sees gaggles of tourists year after year is Italy, but it’s not…

In the midst of all the Miami/Vegas/Orlando/New York frenzy, most major outlets have criminally overlooked some of America’s most gorgeous yet still quiet and understated gems. Travelers are still searching for that perfect summer holiday away from the rowdy crowds, though, which is why a once-underrated California city has recently emerged as one of the…

“New York City” and “affordable” don’t often belong in the same sentence. In a city that cracked down on Airbnbs, hotels have skyrocketed. According to the New York Times, the average hotel room will run you over $300 per night – a new record. Although, a quick search shows some steals like the Eurostars Wall Street…

Forget the Caribbean?! Yeah, we said it. Between spotty sargassum and possible hurricanes, there are other stunning beaches to hit up without needing to pack a passport. Florida may see some crazy headlines, but it’s actually a really fun place to visit. It’s not only Orlando and Miami either; the state is teeming with gorgeous beaches…