I just spent a whole day exploring one of Europe’s poorest countries, where there are no shimmery Eiffel Towers, Mediterranean sunsets, or wide leafy boulevards lined with designer shops – and I almost couldn’t believe I was still on the same continent. Comprising Southeastern Europe, the Balkan Peninsula is officially home to 12 nations, which…
These Are The 93 Safest Countries To Visit In 2023
Now that COVID-19 measures and entry requirements have been removed from most countries across the world, travelers are reverting back to considering more traditional safety concerns regarding their next travel destination. According to the U.S. State Department, there are 93 countries on “Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions”, the lowest advisory status for safety and security…
10 Countries That Still Have Travel Restrictions Entering 2023
Although Covid travel restrictions are a thing of the past for more than 150 countries, there are still many destinations have requirements in place. While the majority of the world’s countries have dropped all restrictions and returned to normal travel, there are a number of countries that still cling to ineffective travel restrictions that stifle…
These Are The 7 Most Dangerous Countries In The World To Drive
Data interpreters hired by The Swiftest have ranked the top 7 most dangerous countries to drive, based on the latest road traffic statistics compiled across the world’s most-visited destinations. Interestingly, the least safe of them all is one of America’s favorite sunny hotspots, set to host a record number of tourists this winter. A majority…
Which Caribbean Countries Offer Digital Nomad Visas That Are Actually Worth It?
Digital nomad visas have been popping up all around the world in recent years, luring remote workers with promises of being able to live and work in a foreign country for an extended amount of time. A number of Caribbean countries have begun offering digital nomad visas, which offer an attractive proposition to applicants: the…
These Are The 16 Safest Countries To Visit In Africa Right Now
Home to savanna forests, paradisaical beaches, and majestic mountains, Africa has a lot to offer to nature lovers and those hoping to escape the Western World, but how actually safe is it to visit? In this article, we bring you the 16 safest African countries for tourists, other destinations that may require extra vigilance, and…
Travel Language Anxiety? Top 10 Foreign Countries Where Locals Speak The Best English
Arguably, the biggest challenge tourists face when traveling to a non-English-speaking country is communication. While immersing oneself in a new culture is a big reason why many people travel. Without a shared language, basic tasks like finding transportation, ordering food, or exploring the surroundings can become daunting, not to mention the challenges it poses for…
These Are The 28 Safest European Countries For Americans To Visit
The U.S. Department of State has continued to update its travel advisories on Europe, based on safety concerns and other factors that may affect travelers. Countries can be classed anywhere between Level 1, the lowest alert level, or Level 4, when travel should be avoided at all costs. Based on this risk assessment, we have…
Travel Bans Didn’t Stop Covid In Canada, So Why Do Some Countries Still Have Them?
Canada recently made headlines after the country dropped its remaining Covid requirements. Still, it wasn’t so long ago that the country had some of the harshest entry requirements in the world. As the world emerges from the pandemic, many wonder whether stringent measures taken by various countries truly did anything to prevent the spread of…
These Are The Countries In Latin America With No Travel Restrictions This Fall
It may seem as if the world has already moved on from Covid at this point, but in reality, some of the most popular destinations continue enacting entry rules and delaying the resumption of normal tourism. As we have detailed before, on our side of the pond, the list can be quite extensive, especially if…
