Ian Hernandez
9 U.S. States Americans Are Flocking To in 2025
Texas: The Lone Star Magnet Texas: The Lone Star Magnet (image credits: unsplash) Texas continues to draw record numbers of new residents in 2025, with over 450,000 people moving in between April 2024 and April 2025. According to recent U.S. Census Bureau data, Texas saw the highest net domestic migration of any state, largely driven …
10 Reasons New York, Vegas, and Orlando Dominate 2025 Travel
1. Unmatched Visitor Numbers Set New Records 1. Unmatched Visitor Numbers Set New Records (image credits: pixabay) In 2025, New York City, Las Vegas, and Orlando are breaking their own tourism records with staggering visitor counts. According to the latest data from NYC & Company, New York City is projected to welcome over 67 million …
Spontaneous Budget Getaways You Can Take Right Now
Exploring National Parks: Affordable Nature Escapes Exploring National Parks: Affordable Nature Escapes (image credits: wikimedia) National parks across the U.S. are drawing more visitors than ever, thanks to their accessibility and low entry fees. The National Park Service reports that in 2024, entry fees for most parks remain under $35 per car, and over a …
The 8 Happiest Countries to Move To (And 3 You Might Not Want to Visit)
Finland: The Pinnacle of Happiness Finland: The Pinnacle of Happiness (image credits: pixabay) Finland tops the World Happiness Report 2024 for the seventh year in a row, a feat that continues to surprise many. The Finnish government’s commitment to public welfare is extraordinary, with universal healthcare, free education, and a robust social safety net forming …
10 Canadian Hotspots Drowning in Tourist Crowds
1. Banff National Park, Alberta 1. Banff National Park, Alberta (image credits: unsplash) Banff National Park has become almost synonymous with Canadian wilderness, yet it’s now grappling with a tidal wave of visitors. Recent Parks Canada statistics show that Banff welcomed over 4 million visitors in 2024, a staggering 30% increase since 2019. This deluge …
The Most Regretted Tourist Spots of 2025
The Eiffel Tower, Paris The Eiffel Tower, Paris (image credits: wikimedia) The Eiffel Tower has long been a dream destination, but in 2025, it’s become the source of unexpected disappointment for many travelers. According to a detailed survey by the Paris Tourism Board, 67% of visitors in the first quarter of 2025 reported that their …
The 7 Happiest Countries to Live In (And 3 of the Most Unhappy You Might Want to Avoid)
1. Finland: The Pinnacle of Happiness 1. Finland: The Pinnacle of Happiness (image credits: unsplash) Finland continues to shine as the world’s happiest country, according to the 2024 World Happiness Report. With a remarkable score of 7.8 out of 10, Finnish society benefits from a robust social welfare system, where healthcare and education are universally …
10 Countries Nearing a Tourist Ban
Thailand Thailand (image credits: unsplash) Thailand, once the picture of tropical paradise, is on the verge of restricting tourism in 2025 due to mounting unrest and environmental strain. Political protests have escalated, prompting the government to impose curfews in cities like Bangkok and Chiang Mai, raising alarms for international visitors. The famous Phi Phi Islands, …
Top 10 Happiest Places—and 3 Unhappy Ones Falling Behind
Finland: Unwavering at the Top Finland: Unwavering at the Top (image credits: unsplash) For the seventh consecutive year, Finland has clinched the title of the world’s happiest country according to the 2024 World Happiness Report. The Finnish score of 7.8 out of 10 is rooted in social trust, generous public services, and a sense of …
Top 9 Happiest Countries—and 3 of the Least Happy at the Bottom
1. Finland: The Pinnacle of Happiness 1. Finland: The Pinnacle of Happiness (image credits: pixabay) Finland has once again taken the top spot in the World Happiness Report 2024, marking its seventh consecutive year as the happiest country. Finnish society is built on a foundation of trust, equality, and a strong social safety net, which …
