Five places gaining real momentum with travelers, counted down from No. 5 to No. 1, with what to know about getting there, entry requirements, and relocating.
Entry requirements depend on the passport you hold, not the country you're flying from. Before you book, confirm the rules for your nationality with the destination's official government source, and check your own government's travel advisory.
Tbilisi layers a hillside old town of carved wooden balconies and sulfur bathhouses over a lively café, food, and natural-wine scene. It's also an easy base for the Caucasus mountains and the vineyards of Kakheti, home to Georgia's centuries-old tradition of winemaking in clay qvevri.
Georgia has two main gateways. Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) serves most full-service airlines, while Kutaisi International Airport (KUT) in western Georgia is the low-cost base, with Wizz Air linking it to more than 20 European destinations. Trains between Tbilisi and Batumi stop at Kopitnari station near Kutaisi Airport.
From Europe, nonstop options have grown, including Condor from Frankfurt and Norwegian from Copenhagen, alongside the Wizz Air network through Kutaisi. Travelers from the Americas, Africa, and Oceania should plan on at least one connection, typically through Istanbul or another European hub. Some long-haul routes through Gulf hubs have seen disruption, so check the latest in our Travel Insights Overview before booking.
Whatever your passport, travel insurance is now mandatory. Since January 1, 2026, every foreign visitor needs health and accident insurance covering the full stay, with at least 30,000 GEL of coverage. Buy a compliant policy before you fly, since border officers can check it.
New work permit rules took effect on March 1, 2026. Foreigners without permanent residence who work for a Georgian employer (including remotely) or are self-employed in Georgia now need a "right to work" approval from the State Employment Support Agency. Working without it can bring a 2,000 GEL fine for the employer, the worker, or a self-employed person.
Many people spend long periods in Georgia under its visa-free rules, which let many nationalities stay up to a year. Visa-free status doesn't include the right to work for a Georgian employer, and if you plan to work remotely for a company outside Georgia, confirm how the 2026 rules apply to you before you arrive. For stays beyond a year, look into a residence permit tied to your work, business, study, or family situation.
Known as the City of Eternal Spring for its mild year-round climate, Medellín is a showcase of urban reinvention. Ride the Metrocable cable cars over the valley, explore the street art and outdoor escalators of Comuna 13, and head out to the coffee landscapes and colorful towns of Antioquia. August's Feria de las Flores is the city's signature festival.
José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) sits in Rionegro, about 45 km from the city center, so allow time for the transfer. From North America, nonstop routes include Miami and the New York area, and Air Transat flies from Toronto with a stop in Cartagena. From Europe, Air Europa and avianca fly nonstop from Madrid. Within Latin America and the Caribbean, new 2026 routes include Viva Aerobus from Mexico City, Wingo from Montego Bay and Guatemala City, and JetSMART from Buenos Aires. Travelers from Africa, Asia, and Oceania usually connect through Bogotá, Panama City, or a North American or European hub.
Every traveler must complete Check-MIG, a free online form on the official Migración Colombia website, between 1 and 72 hours before a flight to or from Colombia. Airlines ask for it at check-in, so use only the official site rather than paid lookalikes. At the border, have proof of onward travel and your accommodation details ready. Overstays are fined, and the fine must be paid before you can leave.
The V Nómadas Digitales (Digital Nomad) visa is open to visa-exempt nationals who work remotely for foreign employers or run their own digital business. Applicants need monthly income of at least three times Colombia's minimum wage and international health insurance, and the visa can be issued for up to two years. Anyone holding a visa valid for more than three months must apply for a Cédula de Extranjería (foreigner ID card) within 15 calendar days.
Time on the Digital Nomad visa doesn't count toward naturalization. If you're thinking about permanent residency or citizenship, look at the Migrant (M) visa categories from the start.
On the Dominican Republic's eastern tip, Punta Cana is known for long stretches of white-sand beach, calm turquoise water, and resorts for every style of trip. Beyond the beach, boat trips to Isla Saona and excursions to the countryside round out a stay. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June through November, so factor that into your dates.
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) is the main entry point for about two-thirds of the Dominican Republic's tourists, with flights from Canada, the US, Central and South America, and Europe. Recent additions link Punta Cana with France, Mexico, the US, Colombia, and the Eastern Caribbean, and Dominican low-cost airline Arajet continues to expand. Travelers from Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Oceania can connect through a European or North American hub, or fly into Santo Domingo (SDQ) and continue by road.
All travelers complete the E-Ticket, a free digital entry form that generates a QR code you'll need to check in for your flight. Fill it out once your flight details are final; the old tourist card fee is now included in your airfare. If you stay longer than 30 days, you'll pay an extension fee when you leave, on a sliding scale based on your total stay, either online before departure or at the airport. Travelers arriving from the Brazilian states of Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, or São Paulo need proof of yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before arrival.
The Dominican Republic offers three well-known fast-track residency programs that skip the usual temporary-residency stage: Pensionado, for retirees with a foreign pension of at least US$1,500 a month; Rentista, for people with passive income of at least US$2,000 a month; and Investor, for investments of at least US$200,000.
Prepare your documents early, since records such as birth certificates and police clearances typically need an apostille and an official Spanish translation. Residency is handled by the Dirección General de Migración, which lists current requirements for each category.
Prague's Gothic and baroque skyline, from Prague Castle to the Charles Bridge, makes it one of Europe's most atmospheric capitals. Pair the old town with classical concerts, a celebrated beer culture, and day trips to Kutná Hora, Český Krumlov, or the spa town of Karlovy Vary.
Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) connects to about 195 destinations on 85 airlines in 2026, with low-cost carriers making up around 45% of passengers. Emirates, Korean Air, and Delta have all grown their Prague service, giving travelers from the Middle East, East Asia, and North America more direct choices. Within Europe, Prague is well linked by rail and road to neighboring countries, and short-haul flights reach most European cities, including a year-round Aer Lingus route from Cork.
Know your terminal: Terminal 1 handles non-Schengen and long-haul flights, and Terminal 2 handles flights within Schengen.
Since April 10, 2026, non-EU travelers register fingerprints and a facial image at their first Schengen border crossing under the new Entry/Exit System, so allow extra time. The EU's optional Travel to Europe app lets you pre-register up to 72 hours before arrival. ETIAS, the EU's new €20 travel authorization for visa-exempt visitors, has no confirmed start date and isn't accepting applications, so avoid any website offering early ETIAS applications.
EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens can live and work in Czechia freely. Everyone else needs a long-term visa or residence permit matched to their purpose, such as employment, business, study, or family, generally applied for at a Czech embassy or consulate in the country where you legally reside.
Czechia's digital nomad program is aimed at highly qualified IT and marketing professionals from a limited list of countries, including Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan, the UK, and the US, who work remotely for a foreign employer or freelance with a Czech trade license. Freelancers in other fields often use the standard business route, registering for a Czech trade license (živnostenský list).
Ireland's second city is compact, walkable, and built around a food scene anchored by the English Market. Easy day trips include Kinsale, Cobh (the Titanic's last port of call), Blarney, and Fota Wildlife Park, and Cork is a natural base for West Cork and the Ring of Kerry. Plan around the Jazz Festival in October, the International Choral Festival in April and May, or the Film Festival in November.
Cork Airport is well connected to the UK and Europe. As of August 2026, eight airlines flew nonstop from Cork to 47 airports, mostly Ryanair and Aer Lingus. From the UK, Aer Lingus flies to London Heathrow, and Ryanair serves Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, Manchester, and Liverpool. From continental Europe, Air France flies nonstop to Paris, Lufthansa to Frankfurt, and KLM to Amsterdam, and Aer Lingus added new Cork routes to Nice and Santiago de Compostela.
Travelers from North America, Asia, Africa, Latin America, or Oceania have no direct flights to Cork. The easiest options are connecting through Heathrow, Amsterdam, Paris, or Frankfurt, or flying into Dublin or Shannon and continuing overland. Kerry Airport, about 49 miles from Cork, and Shannon, about 58, are worth comparing on price.
What you need depends on your passport, not where you're flying from.
Because Ireland is outside Schengen, time spent there doesn't count toward your Schengen 90 days, and ETIAS won't apply to Ireland.
Adding Northern Ireland. It's part of the UK, so UK rules apply. Visa-exempt travelers who aren't British or Irish need a UK ETA, including when crossing the land border by car. An Irish visa doesn't cover Northern Ireland unless it was issued under the British Irish Visa Scheme.
UK and Irish citizens can live and work freely in Ireland, and EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens have free movement rights. Everyone else needs immigration permission. To work, non-EEA nationals generally need an employment permit or other immigration permission. The main types are the Critical Skills Employment Permit, the General Employment Permit, and intra-company transfers. First-time permit applications must be made from outside Ireland. If you're a visa-required national, get the permit before applying for your visa. Anyone staying longer than three months must register their permission and receive an Irish Residence Permit (IRP).
Whatever your nationality, housing is the biggest hurdle. Cork city rents jumped 13% in the first quarter of 2026, compared with 4.4% nationally, and a two-bedroom apartment now averages €2,126 a month. Rental supply remains very limited, so start your search well before your move date.
Entry, visa, and residency rules change often. VoyageMais reviews this page regularly, but always confirm current requirements with official government sources before you book or apply.