Alexandrea Sumuel Groves

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Travel Writer and Journalist at Freelance

Alexandrea Sumuel Groves is a travel writer and founder of Wander With Alex! • Yahoo Creator • MSN Publisher • AP newswire • Society of American Travel Writers

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I Slept in a Jungle Treehouse in Laos-Only Way In: Zipline

1 month ago | wanderworthy.co | Em Gensen |Alexandrea Sumuel Groves

Imagine trees as far as the eye can see, stretching over misty hills rolling into the distance. The nearest village is an hour’s walk, and the only sounds are the chirping of birds, the rustling of leaves – and the whoosh of a zipline as you speed into a treehouse, your home for the night. This is the Gibbon Experience, deep in the jungle of Laos. In December 2024, I had the privilege of taking their two-day classic tour.
βοΈπ Spring Escape Giveaway

1 month ago | wanderworthy.co | Alex Groves |Alexandrea Sumuel Groves

Travel Journalist, Digital Publisher, CreatorAlexandrea Sumuel Groves is a Travel Journalist, Yahoo! Creator, MSN Partner, Society of American Travel Writers member, and the creator behind Wander Worthy. She covers vacation destinations, news, trends, and the occasional "off the map" story.
World Meteorological Day: When weather and sky events became the main attraction

1 month ago | creators.yahoo.com | Alexandrea Sumuel Groves

Weather isn’t just influencing travel—it’s becoming the destination. Last year, skywatchers across the Northern Hemisphere caught the Quadrantids meteor shower, which peaked at up to 120 meteors per hour, drawing amateur astronomers to dark sky parks and observatories.
Tourists detained at U.S. airports prompt travel warning updates across Europe

1 month ago | creators.yahoo.com | Alexandrea Sumuel Groves

In recent weeks, several European governments—including the United Kingdom, Germany, Denmark, and Finland—have updated their travel advisories for citizens visiting the United States following a series of detentions involving European tourists at U.S. ports of entry. These actions reflect growing concern over the consequences of U.S. immigration enforcement policies and highlight increasing uncertainty for international travelers—even those with valid documents.
Sweden's Stockholm Archipelago Trail was just named one of the greatest destinations in the world

1 month ago | creators.yahoo.com | Alexandrea Sumuel Groves

Within months of its debut, Sweden’s Stockholm Archipelago Trail has gained international recognition as one of the best destinations in the world. Stockholm Archipelago Trail (Roger Borgelid/imagebank.sweden.se)National Geographic named it one of the "Best of the World 2025" destinations, praising its epic island-hopping experience through Sweden's rugged coastal wilderness.
Sweden's New Stockholm Archipelago Trail Connects 20 Islands

1 month ago | wanderworthy.co | Alexandrea Sumuel Groves

Within months of its debut, Sweden’s Stockholm Archipelago Trail is gaining national recognition from some of the biggest names in adventure and tourism. National Geographic named it one of the “Best of the World 2025” destinations, praising its epic island-hopping experience through Sweden’s rugged coastal wilderness. TIME Magazine listed it among the “World’s Greatest Places of 2025” for its gorgeous landscapes, invigorating adventures, and commitment to sustainability.
Stockholm Archipelago Trail Named One of the World's Greatest Places of 2025

1 month ago | creators.yahoo.com | Alexandrea Sumuel Groves

Within months of its debut, Sweden’s Stockholm Archipelago Trail is gaining national recognition from some of the biggest names in adventure and tourism. National Geographic named it one of the "Best of the World 2025" destinations, praising its epic island-hopping experience through Sweden's rugged coastal wilderness.
The Hidden Costs Making Vacations More

2 months ago | wanderworthy.co | Alexandrea Sumuel Groves

Considering a trip to Europe, Asia, or the Caribbean this year? Well, be ready to budget beyond flights and hotels, as many popular international destinations are implementing or increasing tourist taxes to combat overtourism and manage the strain on local resources. From Bali’s crackdown on unruly tourists to Venice’s battle against mass tourism, governments are turning to visitor levies to control crowds, protect historic sites, and offset the damage caused by overtourism.
Tourist taxes: The hidden costs making your vacation more expensive

2 months ago | creators.yahoo.com | Alexandrea Sumuel Groves

Considering a trip to Europe, Asia, or the Caribbean this year? Well, be ready to budget beyond flights and hotels, as many popular international destinations are implementing or increasing tourist taxes to combat overtourism and manage the strain on local resources. From Bali’s crackdown on unruly tourists to Venice’s battle against mass tourism, governments are turning to visitor levies to control crowds, protect historic sites, and offset the damage caused by overtourism.
Southwest Airlines just changed everything and travelers are furious

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Alexandrea Sumuel Groves

Southwest Airlines, long recognized for its customer-friendly approach, announced a major overhaul yesterday, March 11, 2025, ending policies that had set them apart in the aviation industry for nearly 54 years. In a press release, Southwest Airlines stated that these changes aim to “drive revenue growth and reward its most loyal customers,” but many longtime travelers feel betrayed and outraged.