Oh, London. It seems like a half-day journey taking a bus into the city, yet you can escape to an unheard-of gem in just half an hour. Make it make sense! The big city life isn’t for everyone. In fact, it’s safe to say most tourists don’t traverse London properly anyway. If you’re idea of …

As iconic and exhilarating as London may be, there’s no doubt it’s pricey. In fact, I was going through my travel receipts as one does last-minute on Tax Day and totally forgot I paid over $100 per ticket for a classic, bright red double-decker bus ride…in the rain. Whomp, whomp, whomp. And that’s before the …

Most travelers jetting off to France have scoped out the Eiffel Tower, world-renowned art museums, and endless sidewalk cafes, but to escape the city grind and sky-high prices, we recently unveiled France’s secret beach on the northern coast as an alternative to not only Paris. But even as spectacular as this side of France may …

Imagine a place where time slows down, where the air is crisp, and the sound of cascading turquoise water fills your ears. Welcome to Santiago Apoala, a hidden gem nestled deep within the mountains of Oaxaca, Mexico. This isn’t your typical tourist trap; it’s a slice of authentic Mexican life, where ancient traditions meet breathtaking …

We all know Rome is an instantly recognizable icon that lures all levels of travelers, from first-timers to the most seasoned of us with beat-up passports. As such, we all know Rome’s crowds can be a bit out of control. Perhaps more so in a Jubilee Year. Not to trash one of the world’s most …

Santorini’s earthquake scare was a wake-up call serving as a reminder to all travelers the Mediterranean is teeming with truly astounding hidden gems. You don’t have to follow the crowd before you and visit iconic postcard destinations with touristy prices and dwindling authenticity. There’s far more to be discovered, whether it’s the pristine seaside villages of Montenegro, …

Life in the big city isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. If we turn back the clock to my 25-year-old naive self, I thought moving to the tallest building in San Diego was a surefire way to happiness. Despite the epic views from my balcony, I still look back at that place as a …

2025 is the year of the Dupe. No, not dupe like you’ll fall for the ol’ three-card Monte trick; dupe as in travel alternatives. Hard to believe it’s been years since the pandemic was declared over, but one thing has become increasingly clear to this day — travel is back. Whether it be renowned resorts …

Ever see those “free beer tomorrow” signs at your local watering hole? Well, that classic marketing trick to lure in customers just got outdone. There’s a tiny Caribbean island serving complimentary brewskies (for real) and welcoming the public for the first time after initially requiring an invitation. Let’s be real. At surface level, that sounds …

As you may have heard, things have been a bit shaky in Santorini between earthquake warnings, and if the bucket-list island is anything like last summer, then overtourism concerns will surely repeat themselves. On the bright side, Greece is home to 6,000 islands and many offer unparalleled views, whitewashed buildings draped with the kako mati, …

Everyone looks forward to vacationing in the Caribbean, but the good comes with the bad. Caribbean getaways aren’t exactly original ideas when it comes to Cancun, Punta Cana, and Montego Bay, but there are so many hidden gems that feel much more authentic than the typical towering high-rises and curated experiences you find in such …

It goes without saying how popular Medellin has become over the years. Although, it does have its fair share of drawbacks. Expats have long viewed Medellin as a budget-friendly haven where they can live life on the cheap in phenomenal weather, scenery, and culture. Even more so now that the digital nomad craze has taken …