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The US State Department reviewed its travel advisory for the Dominican Republic on June 18 and determined the country’s safety situation remains stable, unlike neighboring Haiti. According to the agency, the D.R....
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Summer has not even started and some popular Dominican Republic beaches, like Andrés in Boca Chica, are already covered with sargassum. Local experts claim that an increase in algae is imminent due...
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Bali’s acting governor, Sang Made Mahendra Jaya, reminded visitors that the island has a list of do’s and don’ts that must be followed by all tourists. This declaration was prompted by a...
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As home to one of the most famous football teams in the world, lovely city beaches, and beautiful Gaudí architecture, Barcelona is a fantastic holiday destination. On top of that, it’s also...
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Summer travel is about to start and the State Department has reissued some of its travel advisories and other alerts for Americans during the upcoming weeks. This time around, you’ll find countries...
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Playa del Carmen received 9,800 fewer tons of sargassum until May 31, compared to the same timeframe in 2023. However, forecasts this year are not too optimistic. Such a reduction was attributed...
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There is a robust recovery in travel enthusiasm across Europe with demand fully rebounding to pre-pandemic levels according to a report by travel intelligence firm ForwardKeys. One of the key draws to...
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With dozens of international travel restrictions, nearly all Caribbean countries saw their tourism industries collapse during the tough years of the pandemic. Forecasters predicted a painfully slow recovery by 2026, but current...
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The worst peak of sargassum is approaching and multiple beaches in Quintana Roo will be strongly impacted by disproportionate levels of algae, warned experts. From now until August, the popular Mexican state...
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With an average of 275 inbound-daily flights over the weekend, air operations in Cancun International Airport don’t seem to slow down despite the important arrival of sargassum to Quintana Roo. In recent...
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For many years, experts have told us that sargassum is harmless to humans and swimming in a sea where the algae is present shouldn’t be an issue. Although that is still partially...
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Cancun, located in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo, is a world-renowned destination due to its breathtaking white sand beaches and year-round warm weather. Each year, millions of tourists worldwide visit the...
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The Mexican Sargassum Monitoring Network (RDMS) has discovered 7,400 tons of sargassum (5,000 square kilometers) floating on their way to six Caribbean hotspots. Unfavorable dominant winds from east to west in the...
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On May 14, the US State Department updated its Travel Advisory for Tunisia, an African destination increasingly trending among American travelers. According to tourism figures, more than 30,000 US adventure seekers headed...
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With so many beautiful destinations to choose from, the Caribbean is famous for its relaxed atmosphere, tropical beaches, and abundant sea life. When planning a Caribbean vacation, safety is likely one of...
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Romantic cities, beautiful sandy beaches, and fantastic food, Italy is simply a must-visit destination. But if you’ve already seen all the famed spots, such as Cinque Terre, Rome, and Venice, or are...
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Mexico has once again made headlines with three tourists killed in Baja California which has raised concerns about traveling in the area. The US State Department has been advising citizens to “Reconsider...
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Europe is home to some of the most iconic tourist hotspots in the world. Cities like London, Paris, Rome, Barcelona or Amsterdam are visited by millions every year. Statistics show that these...
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Sargassum has been around for centuries. The first report of its existence was written by Christopher Columbus himself in 1492, concerned that his caravels could become trapped in a “vegetal blob,” in...
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Spending a summer is a dream of many, and millions of travelers worldwide flock there every year to visit iconic destinations like Barcelona, Rome, or Santorini. Sadly, those beautiful spots become busier...
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