Alison Townson, Author at My Travel Tweaks

June 21, 2026
Travel Tips

Is Puerto Vallarta Dangerous — The Real Answer With Current Facts and Safety Tips

Is Puerto Vallarta Dangerous — An Honest 2026 Safety Guide for U.S. Travelers My friend Rachel had been planning a Puerto Vallarta trip for eight months — booked the...

June 21, 2026
Travel Tips

Long Weekend Next — How to Make the Most of Every U.S. Holiday Weekend in 2026

Long Weekend Next — How to Make the Most of Every U.S. Holiday Weekend in 2026 My friend David marks every federal holiday on his calendar in January —...

June 20, 2026
Travel Tips

What Is QR Mexico and Why It Belongs on Every U.S. Traveler’s Radar in 2026

QR Mexico — Everything U.S. Travelers Need to Know About Quintana Roo Before They Book My brother-in-law has been to “Mexico” four times. Every single trip was actually to...

June 20, 2026
Seasonal Travel

Where to Go in Dec Without Paying Peak Season Prices — A Smart Traveler’s Guide

Where to Go in Dec — International and Underrated Destinations U.S. Travelers Keep Missing My colleague Sarah has a December travel rule she’s followed for six years running: go...

June 20, 2026
Travel

South America Vacations — What They Actually Cost and How to Plan One That Works

South America Vacations — What They Actually Cost and How to Plan One That Works My friend Elena had been talking about a South America vacation for four years...

June 20, 2026
Travel Destinations

East Coast Tourist Spots That Go Well Beyond New York and Miami

East Coast Tourist Spots That Go Well Beyond New York and Miami My cousin Linda grew up in Ohio and spent years assuming the East Coast was a binary...

June 20, 2026
Travel

The Most Rewarding Places to Visit on the East Coast That Aren’t Times Square

Places to See on the East Coast of USA That Belong on Every American’s List Here’s something that surprises people when they first hear it: the East Coast of...

June 19, 2026
Seasonal Travel

Where to Go in February When Winter Has Officially Worn Out Its Welcome

Where to Go in February When Winter Has Officially Worn Out Its Welcome February is a peculiar month for American travelers. It’s too late to feel festive and too...

June 19, 2026
Travel

Best Places to Visit in January That Make Winter Actually Worth It

Best Places to Visit in January That Make Winter Actually Worth It January has a reputation problem. Most Americans treat it as a month to survive — the credit...

June 19, 2026
Travel

South America Travel Destinations That Will Permanently Rearrange Your Priorities

South America Travel Destinations That Will Permanently Rearrange Your Priorities Here is a number that stopped me cold when I first read it: South America receives roughly 37 million...