Chicago holds some of the most extraordinary hidden gems you'll ever find. The city welcomed over 50 million visitors in 2017, yet America's third-largest city keeps some incredible spots away from the tourist crowds.

The holiday season airfares cost 41% more than flights booked during non-holiday periods. Tourist hotspots can see prices triple with just a one-month difference in booking time!

Planning a quick getaway? Most people think last-minute trips will cost them a fortune. Airlines jack up their prices as flight dates get closer, and everything from airfare to hotels costs way more at the last minute.

Slow travel has become 90% of tourists' preferred approach to experience destinations more thoughtfully and responsibly. Travelers now move away from the frantic "see-everything" mindset that leaves them exhausted instead of refreshed.

Slow travel changes how people experience the world. Recent studies show 90% of tourists want to think over, eco-friendly and immersive travel experiences. Packed itineraries and frantic attraction visits are giving way to a new approach. This style lets travelers pause to breathe, listen, and connect with their surroundings.

Travel opens our hearts and minds in ways few other experiences can. My life changing travel experiences did more than expand my view—they completely derailed my carefully planned corporate trajectory. I left a job most people would never dream of quitting.

My life transformed after traveling solo as a woman. Over the last several years, I've visited dozens of destinations worldwide by myself and found that there was several safe places to travel alone as a woman. Solo travel gives you a unique experience that enables personal growth. Safety concerns remain the biggest priority for women who plan solo adventures.

Quality beach vacations in the USA don't have to break the bank. The top travel trend for 2025 shows something interesting - JOMO (the 'Joy of Missing Out'), which puts relaxation ahead of packed schedules. Research spanning 17 countries reveals that twice as many people would rather unwind than stay active during their vacations.

San Francisco's Instagram spots amaze me each time I explore this iconic city. New photo opportunities emerge as I venture beyond the famous Golden Gate Bridge and Painted Ladies. The city radiates an eclectic, moody, and exhilarating vibe — a photographer's paradise with 131 heart sculptures dotting its neighborhoods.

The cost of holiday flights has skyrocketed to 41% more than regular season fares. This shocking fact made me realize that many travelers pay premium prices without knowing they could save money.

The Great Wall of China stretches over 5,000 miles along the northern border, attracting millions of tourists yearly. Yet I found that there was magic in places that stay hidden from the typical tourist's view - these spots create the most unforgettable travel memories.

The search for the world's safest country in 2025 has become more crucial. Global conflicts have reached their highest levels since World War II. The Institute of Economics and Peace (IEP) ranks Iceland as the world's most peaceful country based on complete measurements.