Official U.S. Travel Advisory Status Official U.S. Travel Advisory Status (image credits: unsplash) As of May 2025, the U.S. Department of State has raised its travel alert for Mexico, warning American citizens to reconsider or avoid travel to several Mexican states due to ongoing security concerns. The advisory, updated in April 2025, now lists 13 …
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U.S. Updates Travel Advisory for Mexico U.S. Updates Travel Advisory for Mexico (image credits: unsplash) The U.S. Department of State has recently updated its travel advisory for Mexico, highlighting increased risks in several regions. While many tourist areas remain under Level 2 (“Exercise Increased Caution”), certain states have been elevated to Level 4 (“Do Not …
A Warm Welcome in Quebec’s Eastern Townships A Warm Welcome in Quebec’s Eastern Townships (image credits: wikimedia) In Quebec’s Eastern Townships, a new tourism campaign warmly invites American visitors. A promotional video released on May 26 features an English-speaking tourist who, upon admitting he’s American, receives a heartfelt hug from a French-speaking hotel receptionist. This …
Cartel Violence Encroaches on Tourist Areas Cartel Violence Encroaches on Tourist Areas (image credits: unsplash) The U.S. Department of State has recently updated its travel advisory for Mexico, elevating the risk level for several popular tourist destinations. Notably, Baja California Sur, encompassing Los Cabos and La Paz, has been designated as “Exercise Increased Caution” due …
Understanding “Pura Vida” Understanding “Pura Vida” (image credits: wikimedia) The term “Pura Vida” is more than just a catchy slogan in Costa Rica—it’s a way of living that has shaped the country’s national identity. This phrase, meaning “pure life,” is heard everywhere, from greetings to goodbyes, and even as an answer to everyday questions. It …
The Rise of Curiosity Tourism The Rise of Curiosity Tourism (image credits: wikimedia) Who would have thought that politics could become a travel motivator? Yet, curiosity tourism is doing just that—bringing people from across the globe to the U.S. simply because they want to see what all the fuss is about. The term refers to …
Understanding Patriotic Travel Understanding Patriotic Travel (image credits: unsplash) Patriotic travel has become a buzzword in recent years, and its meaning is surprisingly emotional. This type of travel isn’t just about seeing famous monuments or snapping photos of the Statue of Liberty. It’s about reconnecting with what it means to be American. People are visiting …
Overview of Protectionism in the Travel Industry Overview of Protectionism in the Travel Industry (image credits: stocksnap) Protectionism has become a powerful force shaping the way the travel industry operates in recent years. When the Trump administration took office, it introduced a series of protectionist measures aimed at boosting the American economy and protecting jobs. …
Overview of Tariff Impacts on Airlines Overview of Tariff Impacts on Airlines (image credits: pixabay) The Trump administration’s aggressive approach to trade, marked by the imposition of tariffs on critical materials like steel and aluminum, has sent shockwaves through the international airline industry. Airlines rely heavily on these metals for building and maintaining their fleets, …
Acapulco: From Glamour to Grit Acapulco: From Glamour to Grit (image credits: unsplash) Acapulco, once the sparkling jewel of Mexico’s Pacific coast, now wears a much darker reputation. Once favored by Hollywood stars in the 1960s, the city has become a hotspot for alarming violence, fueled mostly by rival drug cartels. The U.S. State Department …