Germany Warns Citizens After Border Detentions Germany Warns Citizens After Border Detentions (image credits: pixabay) Something shocking is happening at America’s borders that’s making headlines across Europe. Germany’s Foreign Office adjusted its travel advisory after several of its citizens were reportedly arrested and detained by immigration authorities while entering the U.S., according to local media …
Welcome to my section about North America!
The Birthplace of Wine The Birthplace of Wine (image credits: pixabay) Few people realize that Georgia is recognized as the cradle of wine, with archaeological discoveries revealing winemaking traditions that stretch back over 8,000 years. Local stories and folklore are thick with references to wine, and many Georgians see it as a symbol of their …
Dreams of Turquoise Water Dreams of Turquoise Water (image credits: wikimedia) Close your eyes and picture it—soft white sand beneath your toes, the salty breeze tangling your hair, and the electric blue Caribbean stretching out forever. That’s the vision that once pulled me to Playa del Carmen. I remember the first splash of sunlight at …
Overview of New Tariffs Overview of New Tariffs (image credits: wikimedia) The world of travel is on the brink of a fascinating shift. As we approach 2025, new tariffs are poised to reshape the landscape of vacation destinations. Imagine a world where Caribbean getaways become more affordable than their European counterparts. That’s the reality being …
Rising Crime Rates Make Travelers Think Twice Rising Crime Rates Make Travelers Think Twice (image credits: wikimedia) It’s hard to ignore the headlines: Cancún, once considered a carefree paradise, has been making news for all the wrong reasons. The National Public Security System of Mexico reported a 25% increase in homicides in Quintana Roo between …
Overcrowding and Tourist Fatigue Overcrowding and Tourist Fatigue (image credits: unsplash) Cancún’s beaches used to feel like paradise, but in recent years, they’ve started feeling more like a packed concert. The Quintana Roo Tourism Board recorded an astonishing 14 million visitors in 2023, a number that’s left the city more crowded than ever. The once-relaxing …
U.S. Entry Warnings U.S. Entry Warnings (image credits: unsplash) Between early April and mid-May 2025, Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) updated its travel advisories for the United States three times. While the overall risk level remains at “Exercise normal safety precautions,” the advisories now emphasize potential issues at U.S. borders, including increased …
Dutch Government Updates Travel Advisory Dutch Government Updates Travel Advisory (image credits: unsplash) The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has revised its travel advice for LGBTQ+ individuals planning to visit the United States. Previously, the advisory stated that U.S. laws and customs concerning LGBTQ+ people were similar to those in the Netherlands. However, the updated …
U.S. Elevates Travel Advisory for Mexico U.S. Elevates Travel Advisory for Mexico (image credits: unsplash) In February 2025, the U.S. Department of State updated its travel advisory for Mexico, urging American citizens to exercise increased caution due to crime and kidnapping. While the overall country rating remains at Level 2 (“Exercise Increased Caution”), specific regions, …
Border Agents’ Expanded Authority Border Agents’ Expanded Authority (image credits: unsplash) U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers possess broad authority to inspect travelers’ electronic devices at ports of entry. These searches can include smartphones, laptops, and other digital equipment, often without a warrant, under the “border search exception” to the Fourth Amendment. In Fiscal …