Tag Archives: Islands

Unknown Beach City Near Spanish Islands Destined To Become New Travel Hotspot

Wind surfers in Dakhla, Western Sahara

Share The Article Up for adventure? If so, there’s one place you can now easily visit that’s almost certainly never been on your radar. Set near Spain’s Canary Islands lies a disputed city with a history of controversy. Is it Morocco? Is It Western Sahara? You be the judge. Point being, despite governmental conflicts, tensions […]

13 Islands & Crowd-Free Canals: Visit Italy’s ‘Little Venice’ For Your Next Serene Escape

Canal in Commacchio, Italy

Share The Article Last Updated 35 seconds ago Venice has long been one of Italy’s numerous icons, but with overtourism concerns, less-than-welcoming locals, and tacky new entry fees, travelers are opening their eyes to new canal-lined streets. With a multitude of hidden gems dispersed across Italy, not all can take center stage, which is why […]

Move Over Lisbon! These Breathtaking Portuguese Islands Are Soaring In Popularity With American Travelers 

Dramatic sunset over Sete Cidades volcanic lake - panorama landscape, Azores, Portugal

Share The Article Last Updated 2 mins ago Portugal has soared in popularity and is now a travel hotspot. But while Lisbon is heaving, there are still some places you can visit to escape the crowds.   The Azores are sometimes referred to as ‘the Hawaii of Europe’, and it takes just one glimpse at […]

Cooler Summer Escape: These Breathtaking European Islands Offer Culture And Beauty

Picturesque View Of A Scenic Village In Lofoten, Norway, Scandinavia, Northern Europe

Share The Article Last Updated 46 seconds ago Does the thought of a scorching 100°F heat, raging wildfires that every now and then lead to the evacuation of resort strips, and unsustainable mass tourism put you off visiting Southern Europe this summer? You’re not the only one: A growing number of travelers are actively avoiding […]

These Are The Top 3 Mediterranean Islands To Avoid The Crowds This Summer

Woman in Menorca

Share The Article Last Updated 37 seconds ago If you want to avoid crowds this summer, these three underrated Mediterranean islands are perfect. Europe sees a huge influx of tourists during the summer months. Some destinations, like the popular Spanish islands of Ibiza and Mallorca, have been so overwhelmed with tourists that locals are organizing […]

The Galapagos Islands Will Raise Its Entrance Fee Dramatically For The First Time In 25 Years  

A giant tortoise on the Galapagos Islands

Share The Article Last Updated 1 min ago One of the most beautiful destinations you can visit is the Galapagos Islands. Despite this, only around 150,000 people visit the islands each year.   The Galapagos Islands are a remote chain of 19 volcanic islands located around 1,000 km off the coast of Ecuador. They attract […]

Why These 4 Stunning European Islands Are Surging In Popularity

female tourist at beach in mallorca

Share The Article Last Updated 37 seconds ago Europe is home to some of the most stunning destinations on the planet. While Europe certainly holds no monopoly on immaculate island getaways, the options are plentiful, especially when it comes to Spain. Spain’s mainland is a never-ending playground with vast cultural cities to explore and small […]

Why These Lesser Known Spanish Islands Are Breaking All Tourism Records Right Now  

Why These Lesser Known Spanish Islands Are Breaking All Tourism Records Right Now  

Share The Article Last Updated 41 seconds ago The Canary Islands broke all previous tourism records last year, welcoming an incredible 14.1 million visitors.   And it’s easy to see why. From beautiful beaches to breathtaking landscapes, this delightful archipelago is loaded with charm. Despite this, very few U.S. travelers choose to visit the Canary […]

Why These Stunning Islands Are My Favorite Winter Getaway In Europe

Woman laying on beach in Playa de la Teresitas. Tenerife, Canaries

Share The Article Last Updated 34 seconds ago We all have places we love and that we want to visit again and again.   Places where the weather is always perfect, the people are as warm and welcoming as the water, and there’s always something different to see and do.   For me that place […]