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 …
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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 …
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 …
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, …
The Transformation of a Hidden Gem The Transformation of a Hidden Gem (image credits: wikimedia) Tucked away on the wild edge of southeastern Alaska, Gustavus spent decades in the shadows—just a whisper among fly fishers and backcountry explorers. Today, something remarkable is happening: this once-unassuming village is turning heads as a luxury travel destination. It’s …
Imagine this: you’re standing in a sun-drenched airport, the thrill of adventure humming under your skin, only to be told you can’t board because of a passport mix-up. It’s the kind of travel nightmare that leaves your stomach in knots and your plans in limbo. Yet, so many travelers still fall into these traps—clutching old …
A Commitment to Carbon Neutrality A Commitment to Carbon Neutrality (image credits: pixabay) Costa Rica has become almost synonymous with environmental responsibility, and its pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 is nothing short of inspiring. As of early 2024, the country has impressively cut its greenhouse gas emissions by about 25% compared to levels …
Overcrowding and Tourist Saturation Overcrowding and Tourist Saturation (image credits: unsplash) Cancún was once a dream getaway, but those days seem like a distant memory now. In 2023, the city smashed previous records by bringing in over 10 million tourists, according to recent tourism data. The beaches that used to feel like secret slices of …