A recent increase in the number of singles booking getaways has been notable, writes Forbes magazine contributor Irene S. Levine. “The stereotype of the solo traveler as a backpacker on a shoestring budget is outdated,” she says. “Increasingly, travelers of all ages, regardless of economic or social status, are opting to travel alone.” Solo travel has become a passion for some—even those who log impressive…
Blogger Joanna Nowak considers herself to be “an ethical and responsible” nomad who wouldn’t dream of taking a conventional vacation to a spot that isn’t classified as an off-the-beaten-track destination. She’s rather young to have adopted this style of travel as her mantra, but she quickly learned to step out of her comfort zone to immerse herself in local cultures. Where does the ethical part…
Your mother said it. So did your teachers. Even work colleagues may be advising you to slow down and “smell the roses,” but not every one of us knows how to put the brakes on, say experts concerned that moving at the speed of light is neither good for society nor for our health. Consider the irony. Technology’s job is to save us time and…
Located in Southern Belize, the peninsula of Placencia has some of the country’s most beautiful and spectacular beaches and these together with a vast array of inexpensive and comfortable accommodations make it an ideal vacation destination. Placencia Village is also a perfect base to explore many of the top attractions in southern Belize. Below we have compiled the best tours you must do while vacationing in Placencia:
If you rely on publications like Forbes or financial resources like American Express to help you make your travel plans, you’ve probably encountered surprising recommendations of late. Many travel experts have been posting news about the altered emotional needs of today’s traveler. Forbes’ Alex Ledsom articulated the most succinct indicator of this trend when he noted that “feelings, not destinations” are driving bookings for folks…
Did you know that “Disconnecting from social media and ditching smartphones is becoming a top priority for vacationers,” according to the May issue of the Axios newsletter? This trend is affirmed by other experts who find that “1 in 4 adults power down devices or avoid answering communications altogether” while on holiday. Taking this action is considered one of the most relaxing moves you can…
Lucky you! You’ve saved an entire week’s worth of vacation time and want to get away as soon as possible. Can you put together a full week of recreation, fun, and travel on short notice? You bet—especially if you’re motivated by a desire to take a break from fuel prices, political scandals, and personal crises. On the other hand, maybe you don’t mind waiting for…
If you’ve heard the rumor—that the Placencia Peninsula is the ideal destination for travelers taking early summer vacations—we’re here to set the record straight: That’s no rumor! Fans of this finger of land insist that there are 100 reasons to choose Placencia as your vacation spot in 2026, but you don’t have time to read that many, so we’ll start you off with 12. Stay…
If you’ve noticed that people in your world are using the word “seamless” more often than usual, you may also find yourself adding the word to your vocabulary. Language experts call the word “seamless” conversational shorthand for effortlessness, so whether it triggers your own desire to relax, or you’re fed up with decision fatigue—simply the thought of a seamless vacation could be enough to start…
Does the word “underrated” have such a negative connotation that seeing it within a travel review is enough to remove the country, resort, or destination from your “must see” list? Time to change your tune, say nomads who actively seek out places deemed underrated because they know from experience that these spots are fabulous. Need more info about what underrated truly means? How about these…