This time of year, you can divide most travelers into three categories – the sun seekers jetting off to the shores of Cancun or Punta Cana, the city trippers crossing the Atlantic in search of the prettiest European cities, and the backpackers eager to explore the diverse landscapes of Asia. However, there’s one gorgeous region …
A backpacker favorite, digital nomad hub, and sunny getaway all in one, Colombia is quickly becoming one of the top tourist destinations in the Global South, having racked up a personal record-breaking 5.5 million in tourist numbers in 2023. According to the local authority, this is higher than the more modest, earlier prediction of 5.2 …
If you’re anything like me, you’ve spent a lot of time lately daydreaming of colorful streets and days spent playing in the waves on a sun-soaked beach. January and February have many of us feeling quite claustrophobic, and travel is the perfect antidote for the cold and gray of the winter. The great news is …
Digital nomadism is at a new peak of popularity in 2024 with a majority of destinations not only lifting entry restrictions for remote workers, but easing migration paths: as reported by the World Tourism Organization, over half of all countries are offering Digital Nomad Visas. It’s never been easier to hop around the globe and …
If you’re a digital nomad or simply a slow traveler who loves taking in the scenery and truly immersing yourself in a different culture without jumping from one spot to the next, having barely scraped the surface, it’s understandable you may be vexed at these strict visa policies. A majority of countries worldwide typically allow …
Colombia has long held an iffy reputation for travelers. On one hand, it’s an amazing destination to visit. On the other hand, many travelers have claimed they feel the need to keep their head on a swivel in certain areas. Some of the more popular cities to visit are Medellin, Bogota and Cartagena to name …
Many countries are following the digital nomad trend by issuing visas catering to the remote worker lifestyle. The problem is that some of these countries are lost in the sauce in terms of what digital nomads are seeking. Affordability will always top the list when it comes to remote workers picking a new base for …
When you think of solo travelers, you may imagine young people fresh out of college backpacking their way around the globe as cheaply as possible. But that is no longer the whole story – the latest trends in solo travel show that the largest group is now actually people aged between 30 and 45, with women …
Colombia has been one of the trendiest destinations of 2024. Travelers have been flocking to this South American country in record numbers, lured by affordable prices, beautiful scenery, and vibrant cities. There’s one city in particular that should be at the top of your travel bucket list — Cartagena. Cartagena, Colombia is the perfect destination …
Home to an abundant nature, a vibrant culture, and warm, welcoming people, South America has been one of the top destinations for Americans this year. Throughout 2023, several countries on the continent registered a record increase in bookings as a result of loosened entry rules, attractive prices, and improved flight connectivity following the end of …
Americans have been flying to South America en masse for their sunny getaways lately, a continent best known for its wild nature and huge biodiversity, colonial heritage, affordable consumer prices, and of course, that warm Latin culture. Nearly every single South American country has posted a record surge in tourist arrivals this year, but few …
After decades of defunding and even the closure of some railway lines, trains are making an unexpected comeback in 2023, including in Latin America, a subcontinent where reviving this mode of transportation was considered a lost cause. Other than being incredibly romantic, as it is evocative of times past, often traversing beautiful scenery normally inaccessible …