One year after the deadly floods swept through Valencia, Spain, the city is welcoming visitors back with open arms and sunny weather. Here’s how the disaster affected travelers, the tourism industry, and how Valencia is making a remarkable recovery.
October 30, 2025Hurricane Melissa's historic landfall in Jamaica has caused disruption across the island's airports, hotels, and tourist hotspots. While travelers have faced cancellations and uncertainty, the recovery efforts may pave the way for a more resilient tourism industry. If Jamaica is on your list, here’s what you should keep in mind.
October 29, 2025As Hurricane Melissa, one of the fiercest storms in Jamaica’s history, battered the island in October 2025, travel plans were thrown into chaos and the tourism industry faced enormous challenges. Here’s a traveler-friendly wrap-up of the situation as it unfolds, and what it might mean for your future trips to Jamaica.
October 28, 2025As Hurricane Melissa, a powerful Category 5 storm, barrels toward Jamaica and the Caribbean region, travelers and tourists are facing sweeping cancellations, safety warnings, and uncertainty. Here’s a straightforward look at what you need to know, how residents and governments are bracing for impact, and practical advice for your travel plans.
October 27, 2025In May 2025, new safety regulations for New York City hotels kicked in—but what does that actually mean for your next trip? We break down the key changes, how they might make your stay safer and comfier, and the possible downsides for budget-minded travelers.
October 24, 2025If the Maldives is on your bucket list for 2025, you might have heard about the recent reissue of a U.S. Level 2 travel advisory. But what does this actually mean for your dream vacation? Here’s what travelers should know—without the worry or the jargon.
October 19, 2025Recent analyses shine a spotlight on the rising number of selfie-related accidents at travel destinations, highlighting how both globetrotters and the tourism industry are rethinking safety. Here’s how your next vacation—and your Instagram feed—might look a little different.
October 13, 2025Following a string of unexpected medical expense incidents, the U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic has advised Americans to get comprehensive travel insurance before packing their bags. Here's what travelers need to know—and how it could affect everyone from backpackers to beach resort enthusiasts.
September 10, 2025With a new advisory on deck for September 2025, the Canadian government is urging people to steer clear of Venezuela—citing safety risks, supply shortages, and more. Here’s what this could mean for tourists, hotel guests, and the broader South American travel scene.
September 1, 2025In August 2025, Hurricane Erin, a fierce Category 5 storm, disrupted air and sea journeys between the US and Europe. From canceled flights and re-routed cruises to closed beaches, the travel world had to make some quick pivots for safety—offering important lessons for travelers and the tourism industry alike.
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