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Why I No Longer Travel to Europe—and Maybe You Shouldn’t Either
Picture Perfect or Packed to the Brim Picture Perfect or Packed to the Brim (image credits: rawpixel) Step off the train in Venice, expecting the romance of quiet canals and soft gondola songs, but instead, you’re met with a crush of selfie sticks and tour groups. The air is thick—not just with the scent of …
The Best Songs to Listen to When Traveling — 12 Tracks That Still Stir the Soul
Born to Run by Bruce Springsteen Born to Run by Bruce Springsteen (image credits: unsplash) Picture this: you’re behind the wheel, engine humming, and suddenly those first piano notes hit like lightning in a bottle. Bruce Springsteen turned driving into poetry, making the road a metaphor for freedom, love, and the relentless pursuit of something …
Why Americans Are Moving from Coasts to the Heartland
Record-Breaking Exodus from California Record-Breaking Exodus from California (image credits: pixabay) California lost a total of 239,575 residents to other ...
10 Countries Poised to Ban All Tourist Visits
New Frontiers Closing Off New Frontiers Closing Off (image credits: unsplash) Picture yourself standing at the threshold of a hidden paradise—ancient temples shrouded in mist, turquoise seas untouched by footprints, or alleyways echoing with the stories of centuries past. Now imagine being told you might never set foot there again. Around the globe, beloved destinations …
Why I Gave Up on Visiting Europe—and You Might Rethink It, Too
Dreaming of Cobblestones and Cappuccinos Dreaming of Cobblestones and Cappuccinos (image credits: wikimedia) Picture this: you’re standing on a sun-warmed street in Florence, the scent of fresh espresso swirling with the hint of old stone. Tourists chatter in dozens of languages. The Duomo looms above, proud and impossibly intricate. For years, I chased this daydream—Europe …
Why I Quit Planning European Vacations—and Why You Could, Too
Waking Up Somewhere Unexpected Waking Up Somewhere Unexpected (image credits: wikimedia) There’s something surreal about waking up in a place you didn’t even know existed the day before. Picture this: sunlight filters through gauzy curtains, you hear the faint clang of church bells, and outside, the world is just beginning to stir. There’s no alarm …
Why I Stopped Traveling to Mexico—and You Might Want To, Too
First Time Magic Fades Fast First Time Magic Fades Fast (image credits: wikimedia) The first time I landed in Mexico, I was swept up in a hurricane of colors, flavors, and music. The air tasted like lime and sea salt, mariachi bands echoed through the squares, and every sunset painted the sky in impossible pinks …
10 Countries Considering a Total Ban on Tourist Visits
Bhutan: Protecting Cultural Heritage Bhutan: Protecting Cultural Heritage (image credits: wikimedia) Bhutan stands out as a rare gem in the modern world, fiercely protective of its traditions and pristine landscapes. The government’s focus on Gross National Happiness over tourist numbers has led to some of the world’s strictest travel policies. In 2025, Bhutan is actively …
10 Canadian Towns Overwhelmed by Too Many Tourists
Picture this: You’re standing on the shores of a turquoise lake, camera in hand, ready to snap the perfect shot—only to realize you’re elbow-to-elbow with hundreds of other travelers, all chasing the same dream. Canada’s wild beauty is no secret anymore. Some towns are so popular, they’re bursting at the seams, caught between the magic …
Why I No Longer Visit Mexican Beach Resorts—And You May Want to Rethink It
Stepping Into Paradise Or Is It Stepping Into Paradise Or Is It (image credits: wikimedia) Close your eyes and picture it: the salty breeze tangling your hair, feet sinking into flour-soft sand, and the sun warming your shoulders as turquoise waves roll in. For years, this was my idea of bliss—drifting from a hammock to …
