Time? Never Heard of It.

You’re not dreaming - travel is having an all-nighter and you’re invited.

According to Tripadvisor’s latest Trendcast, searches for “open 24 hours” and “open late” have jumped 110% — because who actually sticks to daylight hours anymore? Even the concept of “off-season” is fading fast.

Late-night adventures are taking over itineraries, from bar hopping in Bermuda to midnight kayaking through glowing bioluminescent bays. People are biking through Kyoto after dark, chasing the northern lights in Alaska and swapping alarm clocks for early-morning raves. Who says sightseeing hours end at sunset?

Consider the old 9-to-5, two-weeks-PTO lifestyle a relic. The world is yours — so why not make the most of it?

Who says sightseeing stops at sunset? 

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Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, Bermuda  

Since 1885, this bubblegum-pink landmark — nicknamed the "Pink Palace"—has been a Hamilton icon. Named for Queen Victoria’s daughter, Princess Louise, it’s now simply “the Princess,” and trust us, she still stuns. For the ultimate night out, book the Bermuda After Hours Food Tour, a curated crawl through a hidden speakeasy, a trendy cosmopolitan spot and an Asian-inspired restaurant.  

Book here, rates from $493.

Borealis Basecamp, Fairbanks, Alaska  

Just 25 miles from Fairbanks, this remote escape puts you front and center for the northern lights. Sleep in a private fiberglass igloo with floor-to-ceiling sky views, plush beds and luxe linens. Want to take it up a notch? Hop in a heated van with a local guide for a private tour, where you’ll get the best views (and pro-level photography tips).

Book here, rates from $600.  

Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto, Japan  

Old-world Kyoto meets modern luxury at this André Fu–designed stunner, built on the historic Mitsui family estate. A 300-year-old gate and torii-inspired arches nod to the past, while an underground onsen and crisp pajama sets at turndown keep things effortlessly chic. Explore Kyoto’s lantern-lit alleys by night on a guided bike tour.  

Book here, rates from $1,345.  

Finca Victoria Vieques, Puerto Rico  

Perched on a lush hilltop in Vieques, this 14-room boutique escape is where nature and modern design collide, offering treehouses, cabins and even a vintage Airstream. Whether you’re in for a quick stay or a full ayurvedic reset, the island’s magic doesn’t stop there — paddle into the glow of Mosquito Bay on a nighttime kayak tour.

Book here, rates from $275.  

The Nautilus Maldives, Thiladhoo Island  

Here, time is a myth — no schedules, no closing hours. Roll in at 2 a.m. for a deep-tissue massage, order pancakes for dinner or take a spontaneous midnight swim.  

Book here, rates from $2,822.

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