Mexico has long been a popular destination for American travelers, with its idyllic beaches, fascinating architectural sites and more. However, according to a new report, the country is enjoying international popularity right now. 2023 was a record-breaking year across Mexico with three cities standing out for attracting the large majority of its...
With its many historic locations, Istanbul is a fascinating travel destination in Turkey and it is clear that travelers know this. According to Euromonitor International, the city received more than 20 million international travelers in 2023. The organization based the ranking on that amazing number of arrivals. Istanbul, Turkey was the world’s most visited...
When Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser was built at Walt Disney World Resort, it cost the company $400 million. However, it turned out to be a bust and was closed after two years. Fast forward to now and there is good news for those fans that did enjoy the attraction. Executives at Walt Disney World have announced that the attraction will be revived. Walt Disney World...
The bustling city of Seoul is a great place to explore, with its modern buildings, shops, temples and more. Meanwhile, the city nestles among mountains, featuring hiking trails for every skill level. From the mountains, an amazing panoramic view of the city unfolds below you. Here, we explore five such hiking trails to try out on your next visit to Seoul in South...
Located in central England, the Cotswolds was designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty back in 1966. Among England’s many pretty landscapes, this area is a remarkable place to visit on a UK vacation. Meanwhile, the Cotswolds include a series of rolling hills dubbed the Cotswolds Hills, which run from the meadows of the upper River Thames area through an...
While the US is cold and icy, Americans can look forward to an amazing spring if they head to Japan for the famous cherry blossom festival. The country has just released its official 2024 cherry blossom forecast, so get ready for some beautiful blooms. Here’s when you can expect to experience this iconic and beautiful time of year in Japan. Japan and its Cherry...
The Peloponnese Peninsula offers unusual and unique locations to visit on a vacation in Greece. Here there is an amazing cave to visit along with an ancient tourist attraction, once visited by the Romans. While both these locations are off the beaten path, they are well worth the effort. Kastania Cave in Elis, Greece Kastania Cave has an interesting history as it was...
Many travelers head to Rome or Venice for their vacations in Italy, but sometimes it’s good to veer off the beaten path into lesser-known locations. Riomaggiore is one such place, nestling in a small valley in the Liguria region. Meanwhile, this is the first of the beautiful “Cinque Terre” (five lands), a group of villages located on a rugged section of the coast as...
When going on a safari vacation in Africa, many travelers pick well-known locations like South Africa and Kenya. However, the continent has other equally worthy locations for a safari, including Malawi and Zambia. Read on to find out why you should experience at least one safari vacation in these lesser-known locations. Malawi – the ‘Warm Heart of Africa’ There is a...
After American Express Travel revealed its 2024 Trending Destinations List, it looks like 2024 is going to be even better than 2023. This year was hugely busy for travel and there’s no reason to think this will change in the New Year. However, instead of visiting the same old locations in 2024, try out some of these trending, but off-the-beaten-path locations for...