The Weekly Update: March 24, 2022 Edition

Spring has officially joined the conversation.

As of Sunday, spring is officially here. If you haven't made plans for a seasonal getaway, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Keep reading for the latest updates and this year's top (and budget-friendly) spring break destination in the Caribbean*.

The essentials

With updated travel guidelines for Europe, New Zealand, and Canada, along with changes in hotel services and positive flight trends, here’s the latest scoop in travel news.

Good news from New Zealand. New Zealand is finally reopening its international borders to select travelers after over two years of COVID-19 restrictions.

No more tests required, eh? Canada’s Minister of Health recently declared that starting April 1, fully vaccinated travelers will no longer need to present negative pre-departure tests.

Sales are really taking off. As of February, domestic airline ticket sales have risen by 4% compared to 2019 – excuse us while we celebrate (and maybe shed a tear).

To go or not to go? Many travelers are debating whether to delay their trips to Europe – here’s what you should think about before making any changes to your plans.

Keep it tidy. As in, your hotel accommodations. This precaution began due to the pandemic, but many hotels have now stopped daily cleaning services unless guests specifically request it.

Current Travel Trends

Discover what’s trending and how it can enhance your travel experience.

Spring break for grown-ups.

Forget the stereotype of rowdy college students; spring break is for everyone! Many travelers are eager to escape this spring, so we analyzed our data to find the most budget-friendly Caribbean spots by state. The clear winner for nearly every state was San Juan, Puerto Rico*. Now’s the perfect time to plan your getaway – check out our San Juan City Guide for all the details on this affordable spring escape. Plus, you won’t even need a passport!

Exploring hidden gems

Here we share insights, advice, and tricks that might have slipped past your usual feeds.

Van-life insights from women who embrace it. Women’s History Month is still on! This week, we’re shining a light on women who have made road tripping a way of life. While van life comes with its unique challenges, we spoke with six women to gather their best tips for getting started:

Bookmark this hashtag. Keep an eye on the #VanLife hashtag on Instagram, but be aware that real life can be messier than the polished images you see online.

Connect with a van life Facebook group. This is an excellent platform for learning, motivation, and sharing advice with others in the community.

Try it out first. Rent a van or RV and give this lifestyle a go. Start by parking it in your driveway if you want to ease into it.

Gain insights from others’ journeys. Discover stories from women like Jenny who embrace nomadic lifestyles and explore how to adapt to life on the road.