Latest Articles on Travel Safety

What Will Keep You Healthy and What Won't While Traveling

With news of COVID-19 dominating headlines around the world, the discussion about how travelers can stay healthy — and keep others healthy — has never been so important. Of course, COVID-19 isn’t the only illness that’s a threat to travelers, whether they’re in the air or on the ground. But with so many competing health…

Cancun vs. Cozumel: Which Mexican Destination is Right for You?

Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is gifted with some of the finest beaches in the Caribbean, making it a popular vacation playground for all types of travelers. Two of the region’s mainstays, Cancun and Cozumel, are known for their affordable all-inclusive resorts, stunning coastlines, and fun-loving vacation atmospheres. Though similar, there are some key differences (Cozumel is…

Everything You Need to Know About the Maldives: Where to Stay, What to Do, When to Visit, and More

So Fresh at the Soneva Jani/Oyster The Maldives is truly a bucket-list destination. The gorgeous Indian Ocean archipelago is a once-in-a-lifetime vacation that’ll give you travel cred for life. But before you book your Maldives all-inclusive resort and decide to upgrade to an overwater bungalow, you might have some questions. Is Maldives dangerous? How expensive…

11 Reasons You Should Visit Oman Instead of Dubai and United Arab Emirates

Dubai and the United Arab Emirates are well-established destinations for travelers seeking splashy glamour and beachside luxury with a dash of sweeping desert landscapes. Meanwhile, neighboring Oman has been quietly surging on the tourism scene for its extraordinary natural beauty, rich cultural offerings, and more user-friendly towns and cities. While we aren’t suggesting that Dubai…

Everything You Need to Know About the Riviera Maya: Where to Stay, What to Do, When to Visit, and More

The Riviera Maya — a wildly popular stretch of coastline that runs from south of Cancun to Tulum — is one of Mexico’s hottest beach destinations. And we’re not just talking about the weather. Every year, hundreds of thousands of visitors flock to the white sand beaches of Mexico’s southeastern coast for their sunkissed getaways.…

Is It Safe to Travel to Mexico Right Now?

Pristine beaches, bustling metropolises, enticing all-inclusive resorts, and a rich history have all made Mexico a popular travel destination for honeymooners, families, and college-age spring breakers. The country’s proximity to the U.S. has also landed it on many American travelers’ lists. However, as of late, the region has been making headlines for drug-related violence, robberies,…

Is Colombia Safe for Travel?

The dynamic nation of Colombia is emerging on many travelers’ radar. For one, Colombia’s location along the equator supports significant biodiversity as well as many landscapes, including pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and towering peaks. Meanwhile, its metro areas blend old-world colonial charm with a pulsing nightlife scene and urban grit. However, Colombia’s recent surge in…