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5 Countries Where You Can Purchase a Home for Less Than $50,000
Ever daydreamed about dropping everything and buying a home in a far-off land—one where sunrises paint the sky, markets burst with color, and life feels like an endless adventure? Here’s the surprising truth: in some of the world’s most enchanting corners, you can own a slice of this dream for less than the price of …
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 …
U.S. Government Warns Travelers About Risks in Mexico
State Department Issues Updated Travel Advisory State Department Issues Updated Travel Advisory (image credits: unsplash) On September 6, 2024, the U.S. Department of State updated its travel advisory for Mexico, categorizing states into four levels of risk. Six states—Colima, Guerrero, Michoacán, Sinaloa, Tamaulipas, and Zacatecas—are designated as “Do Not Travel” due to high levels of …
10 Countries That Could Soon Ban All Tourist Arrivals
Bhutan: Protecting Happiness Over Profits Bhutan: Protecting Happiness Over Profits (image credits: pixabay) Bhutan stands out as a country where happiness truly matters more than tourist dollars. The government’s unwavering dedication to Gross National Happiness has shaped its tourism policies for years. In 2023, Bhutan implemented a steep daily “Sustainable Development Fee” for tourists, and …
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 …
These 6 Signs Are Entering A Period Of Unshakable Confidence
The Cosmic Stage Is Set for Major Confidence Shifts The Cosmic Stage Is Set for Major Confidence Shifts (image credits: ...
Why I’m Avoiding Spring Break in Mexico—And Why You Could Consider It
Safety Concerns Are Hard to Ignore Safety Concerns Are Hard to Ignore (image credits: wikimedia) If you’ve paid any attention to travel advisories lately, you know the headlines are unsettling. The U.S. State Department has raised alarms about rising crime rates in major Mexican tourist hubs, including Cancun, Cabo San Lucas, and even Playa del …
10 Countries on the Verge of Banning Tourist Visits
Bhutan: Guarding Tranquility in the Eastern Himalayas Bhutan: Guarding Tranquility in the Eastern Himalayas (image credits: pixabay) High in the Himalayas, Bhutan is fiercely protecting its traditions and landscapes. In 2024, the Bhutanese government took a bold step by raising its “Sustainable Development Fee” for foreigners to $200 per person, per night. This massive increase …
Why I Stopped Traveling to Mexico for Food—And You Might Want to Rethink It
Safety Concerns: The Numbers That Changed My Mind Safety Concerns: The Numbers That Changed My Mind (image credits: unsplash) It’s shocking to realize just how much things have changed in the last couple of years. In 2024 alone, the U.S. Department of State recorded over 30,000 incidents of violent crime in Mexico, with many of …
Top 10 Countries Most Likely to Turn Tourists Away Soon
Afghanistan Afghanistan (image credits: unsplash) Afghanistan has become nearly synonymous with danger and unpredictability in recent years. The Taliban’s return to power in 2021 marked a sharp decline in safety, and by 2024, the Global Peace Index listed it as the least peaceful nation on the planet. Foreign ministries around the world, including those of …
