by Elias Siegelman | May 10, 2026
If you have ever watched Tangled and dreamed of standing beneath a sky glowing with floating lanterns, that magical experience actually exists. Every year in Chiang Mai, thousands of lanterns rise into the night during the breathtaking Yi Peng Lantern Festival,...
by Elias Siegelman | May 10, 2026
Dreaming of turquoise water, white sand beaches, and warm ocean breezes without the stress of renewing your passport? Good news: American travelers can visit several stunning tropical islands without needing one. From the Caribbean to the Pacific, these U.S....
by Elias Siegelman | May 10, 2026
America’s hotel industry is growing increasingly anxious ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with many properties reporting far lower booking numbers than expected despite millions of tickets already being sold. For years, tourism leaders across the United States,...
by Elias Siegelman | May 9, 2026
New York City is one of those places where you could spend weeks exploring and still barely scratch the surface. But if you only have one day in the Big Apple, don’t worry, with the right plan, you can still experience many of the city’s most iconic sights,...
by Elias Siegelman | May 9, 2026
A new Channel 4 series, Escape to Florida, is offering viewers a fascinating look at why thousands of Britons are trading grey skies and rising costs for life in America’s Sunshine State. The programme follows expats who have built new lives across Florida, revealing...
by Elias Siegelman | May 9, 2026
Luxury travel is often less about how much you spend and more about how you travel, according to etiquette experts who argue that some expensive holiday trends are actually far from stylish. The idea is not that these trips are “bad,” but that many are driven more by...
by Elias Siegelman | May 9, 2026
Spain’s famous outdoor dining culture could look very different this summer as new heat-related rules may force bars, cafés, and restaurants to temporarily close terraces during extreme weather. For many travelers, sipping sangria on a sunny terrace is one of the...
by Elias Siegelman | May 9, 2026
A beach vacation usually comes with a familiar checklist: sunglasses, sandals, a good book, and sunscreen. But in a growing number of tropical destinations, certain sunscreens are no longer welcome. From Hawaii to parts of Mexico and the Caribbean, environmental...
by Elias Siegelman | May 9, 2026
Portland has always had a reputation for doing things differently. From indie bookstores and food carts to bike-friendly streets and quirky neighborhoods, Oregon’s largest city has long attracted travelers looking for something beyond the usual tourist experience....
