Sofia Marquez

Sofia Marquez is a travel writer with a passion for exploring hidden corners of the world. She focuses on cultural experiences, local food, and authentic storytelling that inspires readers to go beyond typical tourist routes.

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morning view of Magens Bay, St Thomas, US Virgin Islands

Best Beaches in St Thomas in 2026: From Iconic Bays to Hidden Coves

Find the top St Thomas beaches for 2026, from iconic bays to hidden coves and top snorkeling areas, plus clear advice on fees, crowds, seaweed, transport and the best times to visit.

Dec 20, 2025

travelers in a crowded Geneva Airport arrivals hall

Four‑Hour Queues at Geneva Airport Expose Turbulent Rollout of EU’s New Biometric Entry/Exit System

Four-hour queues at Geneva Airport on December 20 have highlighted early problems with the EU’s new Entry/Exit System, as first-time biometric checks caused missed connections, crowding, and fresh warnings of wider disruption during peak travel periods.

Dec 20, 2025

AAA: Record 122 Million Americans Hitting Roads, Skies, and Seas for 2025 Year-End Holidays

AAA predicts a record 122.4 million Americans will hit the roads, skies, rails, and seas between December 20 and January 1, as cheaper gas, resilient household budgets, and “make-up” trips after the pandemic combine to create the busiest year-end holiday travel season ever.

Dec 20, 2025

A couple in their late 30s to early 40s comparing hotel options at a computer kiosk in the Costco Travel section

How Costco Hotel Bookings Work Step by Step

Learn how Costco Travel member only hotel rates, bundled perks and Costco Shop Card rebates work step by step, so you can see when its deals truly beat booking direct or other online travel sites.

Dec 20, 2025

Under-construction Royal Caribbean ship at Meyer Turku shipyard

Legend of the Seas: Construction, Launch and Future Sailings

Legend of the Seas now refers to two completely different cruise ships, one a smaller Marella favorite and the other a massive new Icon class build. This guide explains the difference so you do not book the wrong experience.

Dec 20, 2025

Busiest Christmas Getaway on Record Looms as 24 Million Cars and Dover Holiday Traffic Jam UK Roads on 19 December

Friday 19 December is set to be the UK’s busiest Christmas getaway on record, with 24.4 million cars on the roads and severe Dover queues expected, prompting urgent travel timing and routing advice.

Dec 20, 2025

Stormy night at Dubai International Airport with grounded Emirates Airbus A380

Storms Lash UAE as Heavy Rains Disrupt Dubai Flights and Force Emirates Cancellations

Storms and flash flooding in the UAE on December 18–19, 2025 disrupted operations at Dubai International Airport, forcing Emirates and other airlines to cancel and reroute flights and warning travelers to expect ongoing delays and longer connection times.

Dec 19, 2025

Rome Travel Alert: Four‑Hour ATAC Strike Shuts Metro C and Tor Vergata Bus Routes

A four-hour ATAC strike in Rome on December 19, 2025 disrupted Metro C and key Tor Vergata bus routes, forcing commuters and visitors in the city’s eastern districts to rely on alternative transport amid ongoing union protests over safety and working conditions.

Dec 19, 2025

AAA Cruise Travel Agents: Pros, Cons and Hidden Benefits

Learn how an AAA travel agent can combine member perks, onboard credits and tailored planning with regular cruise offers to create a simpler and higher value trip than booking on your own.

Dec 19, 2025

2026 Royal Caribbean Cruise Calendar: Key Dates, Top Destinations, and Best Deals

Get ahead of Royal Caribbean’s 2026 cruise calendar with insider tips on when new itineraries are released, how to grab Early Naming Bonuses and Kids Sail Free offers, and which Icon and Oasis class sailings deliver the strongest value across the Caribbean, Europe and Alaska.

Dec 18, 2025

Heavy rain battering a busy southern UK roadway

Heavy Rain Triggers Yellow Warnings and Travel Disruption Across Southern England and South Wales

Southern England and south Wales are set for renewed travel disruption on Thursday 18 December as Met Office yellow rain warnings signal heavy downpours on saturated ground, increasing the risk of flooding, difficult driving, and rail delays ahead of the Christmas getaway.

Dec 18, 2025

Aerial view of São Paulo's storm-stricken airport at night

São Paulo Blackout Cancels 369 Flights, Snarling Holiday and Business Travel Across Brazil

São Paulo’s December 10 storm‑driven blackout has canceled 369 flights at Congonhas and Guarulhos, stranding business and holiday travelers across Brazil and exposing how vulnerable the country’s busiest air hub remains to extreme weather and fragile power infrastructure.

Dec 18, 2025