Eswatini: A Royal Rebranding Eswatini: A Royal Rebranding (image credits: unsplash) Eswatini, formerly known as Swaziland, made headlines in 2018 when King Mswati III announced the country’s new name during a grand celebration of independence. The switch to Eswatini, which means “land of the Swazis,” was a deliberate move to honor the nation’s indigenous roots. …
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Venice, Italy Venice, Italy (image credits: unsplash) Venice, while still enchanting in postcards, is causing more disappointment than delight for visitors in 2025. The city now receives well over 30 million tourists each year, a number that has overwhelmed its narrow streets and delicate infrastructure. Visitors often find themselves stuck in long queues at iconic …
Romania: Land of Myths and Medieval Marvels Romania: Land of Myths and Medieval Marvels (image credits: unsplash) Romania is a country that seems to have leapt straight from the pages of a legend. In 2023, the 650th anniversary of the Dracula legend’s first documentation turned Bran Castle into a magnet for visitors, with over 1.2 …
Overcrowding in Bali Overcrowding in Bali (image credits: pixabay) Bali, once a peaceful paradise, is now almost unrecognizable due to tourist overcrowding. In 2024, the island set a new record with more than 15 million visitors, up from just 6 million in 2019. The narrow streets of Ubud and Seminyak are often jammed with endless …
Understanding Slow Travel in 2025 Understanding Slow Travel in 2025 (image credits: unsplash) Slow travel isn’t just a buzzword anymore—it’s a movement changing the way people see the world. Instead of racing through a checklist of tourist sites, travelers in 2025 are choosing to linger, savoring each moment and soaking up the local atmosphere. The …
Understanding Travel Shaming: A New Social Phenomenon Understanding Travel Shaming: A New Social Phenomenon (image credits: pixabay) Travel shaming has become a buzzword in 2025, especially in places like Japan and Italy. At its core, travel shaming means calling out, criticizing, or even ridiculing people for traveling when it’s seen as inappropriate, irresponsible, or harmful. …
Picture yourself watching the morning mist swirl over a turquoise lake, the only sound a distant bird call and your own heartbeat slowing down. Maybe you’re barefoot on a warm beach, feeling the cool rush of the tide, or lost in a fragrant garden where every breath feels like a reset button. Travelers everywhere are …
Imagine stepping off a plane and filling your lungs with air so crisp, so pure, it feels like you’re tasting the sky itself. The breeze tingles your nose, carrying the scent of untamed forests, wildflowers, or salty ocean spray. In these rare corners of the world, every breath feels like a small celebration—a moment to …
Imagine standing on a mossy hillside as the sun dips below icy peaks, the only sound a distant waterfall and the quiet flutter of your own breath in the crisp air. Or maybe you’re wandering a cobblestone alley, the gentle echo of laughter and the aroma of fresh pastries swirling around you like a warm …
Venice, Italy: Sinking Under Tourist Footsteps Venice, Italy: Sinking Under Tourist Footsteps (image credits: pixabay) Venice is a living postcard, but its beauty has become a double-edged sword. The city’s fragile canals and ancient buildings are at risk from the staggering number of visitors—over 30 million in 2019. Locals have grown frustrated, with daily life …