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Top 10 Reasons This Mexican Town Is Winning Over Cancun
Affordability Affordability (image credits: unsplash) Travelers searching for real value are turning their attention to this Mexican town, where prices are remarkably lower than in Cancun. It’s not just about saving a few dollars—here, you can stay in a pleasant boutique hotel or even a cozy family-run guesthouse for around $70 a night, while Cancun’s …
10 Nations That Might Soon Close Their Doors to Visitors
1. Bhutan: Environmental Strains Prompt Drastic Limits 1. Bhutan: Environmental Strains Prompt Drastic Limits (image credits: unsplash) Bhutan, the tiny Himalayan kingdom known for its “high-value, low-impact” tourism policy, has recently signaled intentions to restrict foreign arrivals even further. In September 2023, Bhutan’s government raised its Sustainable Development Fee for tourists to $200 per day, …
10 Countries Close to Telling Tourists “No”
Italy: A Strained Hospitality Italy: A Strained Hospitality (image credits: pixabay) Italy is famous for its art, food, and culture, but the country is reaching a breaking point with the number of tourists. Venice, in particular, has introduced a tourist tax in response to a 50% surge in visitor numbers over the last ten years. …
10 Countries That May Soon Say Goodbye to Tourists
Venice, Italy Venice, Italy (image credits: unsplash) Venice’s canals have long been the dream of travelers, but the city is now struggling under the crushing weight of its own popularity. In 2022, Venice saw more than 30 million visitors, a staggering number for a city with fewer than 260,000 residents. Recent years have brought severe …
These 2 Zodiac Signs Will Watch A Delayed Blessing Finally Arrive
Have you been waiting for something meaningful to shift in your life? Sometimes the stars align in ways that feel ...
Inside Varanasi: What It’s Really Like in the City of Death
The Ghats: Life and Death Along the Ganges The Ghats: Life and Death Along the Ganges (image credits: unsplash) Varanasi is home to more than 80 ghats lining the banks of the Ganges River, each with its own rituals and history. The most famous, Manikarnika Ghat, is often called the “burning ghat” and sees over …
8 Top-Ranked Happy Nations (And 3 That Might Just Disappoint You)
Finland: The Pinnacle of Happiness Finland: The Pinnacle of Happiness (image credits: unsplash) Finland stands out once again in 2025 as the happiest country on the planet, achieving a remarkable score of 7.8 out of 10 in the World Happiness Report. This Nordic nation’s exceptional happiness is deeply rooted in its robust social safety net, …
Varosha, Cyprus: Walking Through a Forbidden Ghost Town
The Shocking Silence of Varosha’s Streets The Shocking Silence of Varosha’s Streets (image credits: unsplash) Once a thriving resort town on the southeastern coast of Cyprus, Varosha now stands frozen in time. Walking through its deserted streets, visitors are struck by the overwhelming silence, broken only by the wind rattling broken window panes. In 1974, …
Top 15 Countries Where Tourists Are Treated Like Cash Cows
1. Thailand: Dual Pricing and Tourist Traps 1. Thailand: Dual Pricing and Tourist Traps (image credits: unsplash) Thailand has long attracted millions of visitors, with over 28 million international arrivals in 2024 alone according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand. However, tourists often encounter a well-documented “dual pricing” system—where foreigners pay significantly higher prices for …
10 Countries That Might Soon Say “No” to Tourists
Bhutan: The Pursuit of Happiness Over Mass Tourism Bhutan: The Pursuit of Happiness Over Mass Tourism (image credits: wikimedia) Bhutan has carved out a distinctive place in the world by fiercely protecting its culture and environment, placing happiness ahead of profit. In 2024, the Bhutanese government made headlines by raising its Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) …
