Marcel Kuhn
Top 8 Vacation Picks for U.S. Travelers in 2025
1. Tokyo, Japan: Olympic Legacy and Culinary Boom 1. Tokyo, Japan: Olympic Legacy and Culinary Boom (image credits: unsplash) Tokyo has been reclaiming its spot as a global travel magnet after the 2021 Olympics and the recent relaxation of entry protocols in early 2024. According to the Japan National Tourism Organization, U.S. visitor arrivals to …
Inside Cyprus’s Abandoned City: The Myths and Madness of Varosha
The Golden Mile: Varosha’s Glittering Past Before 1974 The Golden Mile: Varosha’s Glittering Past Before 1974 (image credits: unsplash) Once dubbed the “French Riviera of Cyprus,” Varosha in Famagusta was a shimmering hub for celebrities and jet-setters. In the early 1970s, the city’s beachfront hotels—like the Argo and King George—were often fully booked by international …
Top 10 Reasons New York, Vegas, and Orlando Rule 2025 Travel
Record-Breaking Visitor Numbers Redefine Travel Hubs Record-Breaking Visitor Numbers Redefine Travel Hubs (image credits: unsplash) In 2024, New York City, Las Vegas, and Orlando shattered previous tourism records, according to the latest data from the U.S. Travel Association. NYC welcomed over 62 million visitors, surpassing pre-pandemic highs for the first time. Las Vegas recorded 41.8 …
Bangladesh: Poverty, Pollution, and the Beauty No One Talks About
Rising from Poverty: A Changing Economic Landscape Rising from Poverty: A Changing Economic Landscape (image credits: pixabay) Bangladesh has seen remarkable progress in reducing poverty over the past decade. According to the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics, the national poverty rate dropped to 18.7% in 2023, compared to 31.5% in 2010. However, this improvement masks deep …
Last-Minute Budget Trips You Can Take This Weekend
1. Amtrak Getaways: Rail Travel Offers Unbeatable Weekend Deals 1. Amtrak Getaways: Rail Travel Offers Unbeatable Weekend Deals (image credits: unsplash) With rising gas prices in 2024, travelers are increasingly turning to trains for affordable, last-minute escapes. According to Amtrak’s April 2025 press release, last-minute fares on popular routes like Washington D.C. to Philadelphia or …
7 Budget European Cities That Feel Like Hidden Gems
Timisoara, Romania: An Artistic Powerhouse on the Rise Timisoara, Romania: An Artistic Powerhouse on the Rise (image credits: unsplash) Timisoara, Romania’s 2023 European Capital of Culture, has seen a tourism boom but remains surprisingly affordable. According to the European Commission’s 2024 post-event report, hotel prices in the city average just €42 per night even during …
The Best Times of Year to Travel Cheap in 2025
1. January: Post-Holiday Price Slump 1. January: Post-Holiday Price Slump (image credits: wikimedia) After the December holiday rush, January consistently offers some of the lowest airfare and hotel prices worldwide. According to Hopper’s 2025 Travel Pricing Outlook, average international flight prices fall by up to 27% in the first three weeks of January compared to …
The City That Tourists Abandoned Overnight—The Haunting Story of Varosha
From Mediterranean Paradise to Forbidden Zone From Mediterranean Paradise to Forbidden Zone (image credits: pixabay) In the early 1970s, Varosha was the beating heart of Famagusta, Cyprus—a glamorous Mediterranean resort destination that drew over 700,000 tourists each year, including celebrities like Elizabeth Taylor and Brigitte Bardot. Luxurious hotels lined the golden beaches, and the local …
Is This Really One of the Poorest and Dirtiest Countries—or Just Misunderstood?
Poverty Rates: Digging Into the Numbers Poverty Rates: Digging Into the Numbers (image credits: unsplash) According to the World Bank’s 2024 global poverty update, Madagascar tops the list of countries with the highest percentage of people living below the international poverty line, with an estimated 78% of its population earning less than $2.15 a day. …
Where to Go in Summer Without Spending a Fortune
The Balkans: Europe’s Budget Travel Secret The Balkans: Europe’s Budget Travel Secret (image credits: unsplash) The Balkans have emerged as one of Europe’s most affordable travel regions in 2024, attracting visitors with their stunning coastlines, mountain villages, and vibrant cities. According to the 2024 Post Office Holiday Money Report, countries like Albania, Montenegro, and North …
