Ignoring Local Laws on Photography Ignoring Local Laws on Photography (image credits: unsplash) Snapping photos during your travels feels almost second nature these days. However, many countries have strict rules about where and what you can photograph. In Egypt, for example, the government strictly forbids taking pictures near military sites or government buildings, and breaking …
Marcel Kuhn
Imagine strolling down a sun-dappled alleyway, the scent of fresh bread in the air, only to find crowds so thick you barely catch a glimpse of the city’s heart. For many locals around the globe, this is the new normal. As more travelers chase bucket-list dreams, beloved cities are fighting for space, sanity, and the …
Full Ban on 12 Countries Full Ban on 12 Countries (image credits: unsplash) On June 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation barring entry into the United States for nationals from 12 countries: Afghanistan, Burma (Myanmar), Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen. This comprehensive ban …
Imagine landing in a new country, parched from your flight, and filling your water bottle straight from the tap without a second thought. The water is icy cold, tastes like it just melted off a mountaintop, and you feel instantly refreshed—no worries, no filters, no bottled water runs. Safe, clean water is a quiet luxury …
Imagine yourself swept up in a whirlwind of color, music, and joy, dancing shoulder to shoulder with locals in a celebration that pulses with life. Around the world, certain nations stand out for their vibrant festivals that invite travelers to join in the merriment. Here are nine countries where you can immerse yourself in authentic …
Imagine landing somewhere new, and instead of a wall of heat, engines, and chatter, you’re greeted by the cool hush of pines and the soft crunch of gravel underfoot. There’s a deep breath you can finally take—one you didn’t know you’d been holding. For years, my trips circled giant metropolises, chasing the energy of world …
Driving Outside the Permitted Geographic Area Driving Outside the Permitted Geographic Area (image credits: unsplash) It’s surprisingly easy to accidentally void your rental car insurance simply by crossing the wrong border. Rental agreements usually spell out exactly where you can and cannot drive. For instance, if you rent a car in the US and drive …
Refusing to Comply with Security Screening Procedures Refusing to Comply with Security Screening Procedures (image credits: wikimedia) Refusing to cooperate with airport security screening is one of the fastest ways to find yourself in trouble before your trip even begins. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reported in 2024 that more than 1,200 travelers were detained …
The Reality Check That Changed My Mind The Reality Check That Changed My Mind (image credits: unsplash) Picture this: you’re standing in a crowded plaza in Barcelona, shoulder-to-shoulder with thousands of other tourists, trying to capture that perfect Instagram shot while locals spray water guns and wave “Go Home” banners behind you. That’s not exactly …
Switzerland: Where Affluence Meets High Expenses Switzerland: Where Affluence Meets High Expenses (image credits: flickr) Switzerland stands firm at the summit of expensive countries, almost as if it’s the luxury watch of the global cost-of-living world. In 2025, Zurich and Geneva are repeatedly named among the world’s priciest cities by the Economist Intelligence Unit and …