Tag Archives: Islands

These Are The Top 5 Caribbean Beaches Americans Can Visit Without A Passport, From Puerto Rico To The Virgin Islands

Trunk Bay Beach in the Virgin Islands National Park on the caribbean island of St John in the US Virgin Islands

Share The Article A couple of months ago, Liz and I were standing in the TSA line at SDF in Louisville, holding nothing more than our standard driver’s licenses. If you looked at us, we could have easily been catching a quick domestic hop to Chicago or Atlanta for the weekend. But just a few […]

The 10 Safest Islands In The World Right Now According To Travelers

a couple of men and women on the beach of Tres Trap Aruba Caribbean Island. Tres Trapi Bay is popular with locals for snorkeling and diving

Share The Article There is a specific, sinking feeling you get when you have to constantly check your pockets in a crowded tourist trap. It completely ruins the vacation. As someone who lives and breathes travel, I spend an absurd amount of time looking at crime stats and security warnings. When I’m analyzing global trends, […]

5 Mindblowing European Islands Actually Worth The Splurge

5 Mindblowing European Islands Actually Worth The Splurge

Share The Article If you’re flying across the pond for a Euro summer and hoping for that idyllic Mediterranean island experience—smooth from start to finish, featuring a postcard-perfect harbor town, easy-to-reach beaches, and world-class premium service—you won’t find it in the budget-friendly corners of the continent. Yes, there are fantastic off-the-beaten-path destinations across Europe that […]

3 Greek Islands That Look Like Santorini For A Fraction Of The Price

3 Greek Islands That Look Like Santorini For A Fraction Of The Price

Share The Article If you’re planning a little Greek island-hopping adventure this summer, chances are it’s the whitewashed towns perched atop vertiginous coastal cliffs, and the shiny, freshly-painted blue church domes you’re fantasizing about. For lack of better words, chances are it’s the ‘Santorini vibe’ you’re looking for. You probably know at this point Santorini […]

7 Of The Safest Caribbean Islands To Visit This Summer According To U.S. Officials

Tres Trapi Steps Triple Steps Beach, Aruba completely empty, Popular beach among locals and tourists, crystal clear ocean Aruba. Caribbean, couple man and woman in a crystal clear ocean

Share The Article Planning a Caribbean escape in 2026 feels a lot different than it did just a few years ago. Even the island I used to live on has recently gone from Level 1 to Level 2. While we’re all chasing that perfect turquoise horizon, the reality is that the “safety” of an island […]