There use to be this great forum virtualtourist.com that had all the great tips and things to avoid. But then it was sold and became a glorified hotel ad site.

There use to be this great forum virtualtourist.com that had all the great tips and things to avoid. But then it was sold and became a glorified hotel ad site. These days, I have had good luck with ChatGPT giving me a top level view. Then I supplement with travel books from my local library.