It’s been a year for weather records with record heat striking tourist destinations around the world. With all of the heat and dry weather, summer wildfires have broken out around the world. Unfortunately, some of them in Europe have now turned deadly. Deadly Wildfires in Portugal Tourists have been placed on high alert in Portugal where some of the wildfires raging across the country have now turned deadly. With temperatures well in excess of 86 degrees Fahrenheit, an unusually hot […] The post Portugal Tourists On High Alert For Deadly Wildfires appeared first on Traveling Lifestyle ..read more

Despite being one of the most visited cities in the world, Barcelona made the baffling decision in 2015 to ban new hotel construction in the city center and recently decided to cancel the licenses of over 10,100 tourist apartments. As a consequence, the city now faces compensation claims for up to €3 billion. At a meeting Monday, Enrique Alcántara, President of the Association of Tourist Apartments of Barcelona (Apartur), announced that claims totaling more than €1 billion have already been […] The post Tourist Flat Sector In Barcelona Demands €3bn Compensation Following License Crackdown appe ..read more

In a recent high-level meeting between Consul General Justin Thomas and Quintana Roo’s Governor Mara Lezama, the US official made positive remarks about the state’s overall safety. These comments were confirmed just two days later when the US State Department reassessed its Travel Advisory for Mexico, concluding that places like Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Tulum remain relatively safe for Americans to visit, although some safety precautions were recommended. Mexico is one—if not the only one—country in the world where […] The post Cancun Remains Safe for Tourists, Says U.S. in Latest Travel A ..read more

The Four Seasons ultraluxury Hotel New York and the ultraluxury Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara are set to reopen in the upcoming fall and spring, after being closed for nearly five years. The 2019 pandemic, along with a series of impasses with a billionaire investor, forced the closure of these properties, which in their heyday hosted billionaires and celebrities from all over the world. The reopening date has been delayed a few times, but unofficial reports suggest that Hotel New […] The post This Iconic Brand Faces Delays In Reopening Ultraluxury NYC And Santa Barbara Hotels appeared firs ..read more

Data from Google Flights show that Americans have already made up their minds about the destinations they want to visit over the upcoming Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve. According to the travel platform, the top-searched Thanksgiving spots include Orlando, New York, Miami, Phoenix, Puerto Rico and Los Angeles. Regarding international destinations, Americans are booking their trips to Cancun, Tokyo, London, Paris, Mumbai, Bangkok, Rome and of course, Barcelona. Americans’ Preferred Destinations for Thanksgiving  These statistics apply to flights departing […] The post Google Fl ..read more

When the ancient Romans arrived at the Cíes Islands in Spain they simply could not believe their eyes. In front of them was what they considered paradise. In fact, the same Islands of the Gods can be visited today by travelers to Spain. Located just two hours over the Portugal border from Porto, the turquoise waters look like they belong more in the tropical Caribbean or the Mediterranean instead of the Northern Iberia peninsula. However, the area is so special […] The post Explore Spain’s Hidden Gem: The Beautiful Islands Of The Gods In The North appeared first on Traveling Lifestyle ..read more

Digital nomadism was a niche phenomenon before the pandemic (2019), with around 7.3 million Americans working abroad. In 2024, 18.1 million US citizens identify as digital nomads, a 147 percent increase year over year, according to MBO Partners. That is the hard data everyone knows. What nobody is discussing is the relentless bombardment of publicity encouraging Americans to leave the country for friendlier lands money-wise. Nowadays, it’s easy to spot an army of TikTokers, Instagrammers, and YouTubers making millions by […] The post American Digital Nomads Blamed For Gentrification In Differe ..read more

Official taxi drivers at Cancun International Airport (CUN) have again made headlines for allegedly trying to overcharge tourists. Until when!? This time, a Venezuelan family was spotted walking along the highway, catching the attention of passing drivers. It later was reported that taxi drivers were demanding such exorbitant prices that they decided to put themselves at risk and make their way to the city on foot. According to local media, all taxi drivers available when they arrive tried to charge […] The post Ongoing Taxi Scams At Cancun Airport Raise Concerns Among Tourists appeared first ..read more

When you think of Bali, you probably picture rice fields cascading down lush hillsides, bathed in orange and yellow sun rays, surrounded by majestic jungles and towering temples. And that’s pretty much what Bali looks like, which explains the urgent government proposal to halt the uncontrolled development of hotels, beach bars and other tourist facilities that are taking away local traditional livelihoods and destroying Bali’s unique character and landscapes. To address these issues, officials are introducing new legislation banning the […] The post Bali To Ban Construction Of New Tourist Deve ..read more

Once one of the most visited destinations worldwide, Cancun is reportedly losing visitors at an accelerated pace, according to data revealed by ASUR, the airport management agency. First things first: nothing is wrong with Cancun. The destination remains as stunning as you recall it, with its turquoise waters, vibrant Caribbean culture and superb nightlife. However, the launch of Tulum’s new Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport (TQO) in Dec. 2023 appears to be impacting passenger traffic and the local tourism industry. […] The post Cancun Airport Faces Ongoing Drop In Passenger Traffic ..read more