These cities in Europe attract so many tourists that they may outnumber inhabitants during peak seasons

a street with outdoor restaurants in dubrovnik. photo by pululante on flickr.
Dubrovnik. Photo by pululante.

Europe is the world’s favorite tourist destination. While this benefits economies in destinations, some of the most popular cities and towns are also experiencing problems with the number of visitors. It has been evident for a few years already that residents in cities like Venice or … Read >

Where are the safest countries in the world?

iceland. photo by domenico convertini
Iceland. Photo by Domenico Convertini / Flickr.

Violent air attacks in the Middle East that started on the last day of February have far-reaching consequences that affect daily lives of people who may live thousands of kilometers away from the region. Travel – both for business and leisure – is … Read >

Where did the world travel in 2025, and which regions lost or gained visitors?

metro train leaving the airport, travelers rushing with their luggage

After the difficult period of worldwide pandemia, tourists are on the road again. In 2025, the world traveled more than the year before pandemia. Where did tourists go? Which regions lost visitors, and which ones welcomed more travelers? Here are the statistics for 2025 and a few trends for 2026.… Read >

When traveling, do you trust people overseas? Here is how much locals across the world trust their fellow citizens

medieval fiesta in cocentaina, spain.
Medieval fiesta.

Planning a longer than a couple of weeks overseas trip, or considering for countries where to relocate, many additional factors become into play than, for instance, booking a week in a southern European beach resort. Safety, infrastructure, culture, health services, friendliness, and many factors are important when staying … Read >

Where Europeans like to travel for one week holiday in the EU region

stormy day in benidorm, spain.
Rainy day in the Mediterranean city of Benidorm.

For a few years, residents in the most popular tourist destinations in Europe have been complaining about crowds, especially during the peak vacation seasons, that take over their streets, restaurants and many apartments as well. While residents’ concern is real, where do … Read >

Travel trends 2026: road trips, calm and quiet, AI assistants, and popular culture

campervan driving through a village in france, dog head out from a hole in the wall

Some travelers may want to visit the same Mediterranean island in 2026 where they have enjoyed vacations every summer for the last 12 years, whereas others have already planned the projects that must be completed at the summer cottage during the vacation. Still, if we look at the millions of … Read >

Four cities near Madrid that give visitors a taste of the real Spain

map of spain near madrid. map by openstreetmap.org.

Spain’s capital Madrid has its sights and attractions, but if you want to find authentic, historic, and unique Spanish destinations that are easy to access from Madrid, here are four marvelous cities for you to visit: Segovia, Avila, Salamanca, and Ciudad Rodrigo.

It is possible to do a day trip … Read >

Electric vehicle news summary for travelers: self-driving van, lamppost chargers, strong EV sales numbers in 2025

electric vehicle charger in shade under trees, two ev cars charging

Sales of EVs in Europe on a strong growth path while diesel and petrol cars continue to lose market share

European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association has tallied up car sales numbers for the year 2025 so far (January – August). The growth trend for electric vehicles continues. The sales of fully … Read >

The best country to settle down after your active working years are behind

plaza in valencia, spain
A plaza with cafes in the city of Valencia.

If you have spent most of your working years in a country where the climate isn’t as pleasant you might hope, or living costs are higher than you like, you may have been considering moving to another country once you have … Read >