Share The Article As Portland has become a trendy hotspot in recent years, the rest of Maine is essentially the last frontier of the East Coast. Maine tourists don’t typically venture beyond Portland, with the exception of Acadia, one of America’s prettiest National Parks. But there’s so much more to explore away from the charismatic […]
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Share The Article You don’t have to decide between Greece’s 6000 islands for gleaming whitewashed buildings, sinfully delicious seafood, and pristine beaches. Heck, I’m happy attending San Diego’s Greek Festival every year, where I shamelessly close my eyes, stuff my face with gyros and galaktoboureko, and pretend I’m in Athens for the day. As you’re […]
Share The Article No chain restaurant eyesores, no glitzy name-brand resorts, and certainly no curated nonsense taking away from its red-tiled townscape’s authentic charm and immaculate scenery. It’s rare to find a true hidden gem anymore, but that’s what I found in 2023 as I galavanted around Europe with no clear plans. Hearing the hype […]
Share The Article Mexico may be particularly famous for the sun-drenched Caribbean Coast, where resorts line white-sand beaches and turquoise seas, its rich Mayan heritage, and bustling capital city, but there’s still a lot about America’s southern neighbor tourists don’t know yet. This is, after all, one of the largest and most diverse countries in […]
Share The Article San Diego, Los Angeles, among other quintessential Orange County beaches may be what you envision when planning a Southern California vacation. You’re not wrong. However, what’s lost in the shadows of household names lies SoCal’s own “Napa,” teeming with grand Chateau-style wineries, stunning nature, small-town charm, and capped by a newly revamped resort […]
Share The Article If you’re tired of fighting your way to swim-up bars in Cancun and Los Cabos, there’s another resort-laden paradise with numerous direct flights from the U.S. waiting to be discovered. While many Canadians take advantage of flocking here to escape the blistering cold, Americans are still behind the curve, seeming to give […]
Share The Article Add Thailand to the list for overtourism. Europe may hog the spotlight with their global gripes demanding to have their beloved hometowns back, but Thailand is no stranger to busy streets and jam-packed beaches either. Bangkok is and always will be a bustling city, but what may be surprising is the fact […]
Share The Article Last Updated 8 mins ago Ever travel to a place that’s been hyped up as the ultimate paradise only to discover it’s an unbearable tourist trap? For me, that was Albufeira, supposedly one of the Algarve’s magical ‘hidden gems’. Picture bland, overpriced food, tourist-overloaded beaches, and what should be captivating streets completely […]
Share The Article Last Updated 8 hours ago Looking for an idyllic escape for some sweet winter sun? The answer used to be Oaxaca before towns like Puerto Escondido grew too fast. But don’t fret; there’s a secret beach getaway home to a welcome community of laid-back locals ready to welcome you with open arms. […]
Share The Article Last Updated 2 months ago You’re not imagining things: Everyone seems to have been to Bali! Bali is an overwhelmingly popular tourist hotspot. During the first half of 2024, it welcomed almost 3 million foreign visitors, and 45.4% of all visitors to Indonesia visit the island to enjoy its rich […]
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