Join Upon Return to enrich your travel experiences, connect with passionate local hosts, chefs, and hoteliers who bring their craft to life, and explore the world with confidence and ease.
Covering 58 countries and 464 cities, Upon Return is constantly expanding, with many more recommendations being added throughout the year.
More Reasons to Join
Curated Recommendations
Enjoy meticulously researched travel guides featuring hotels, restaurants, cafes, bars, shops, neighborhoods, and cultural experiences worldwide—and more. Each recommendation is personally vetted by our Chief Traveler, Jason Claire, and his team to ensure it meets our high standards.
Comprehensive, Unbiased, and Time-Saving Research
Benefit from our extensive, impartial* research (*no advertiser or sponsored content, just our own direct experience) that saves you time. We sift through reviews, travel magazines, and major publications, with Jason or a trusted team member personally vetting each destination. This ensures you receive exclusive insights and authentic, top-quality recommendations.
Community Connection
Join a community of like-minded travelers who value meaningful exploration. Share stories, exchange tips, and find inspiration from fellow members.
Engaging Content
In addition to our more than 3,500 recommendations and library of blog posts with trip ideas, you will receive 24 emails throughout the year, offering exclusive content such as interviews with proprietors of recommended places, insights into running a locally-connected hospitality business, updates on Jason’s travels, and alerts on new additions to our map.
Referral Rewards
Refer friends and family to Upon Return and earn a 5% discount on your membership for each new paying member. The more you refer, the more you save—there’s no limit to how many people you can refer or how much you can earn in discounts.
Companion Feature
Share your membership with one companion, allowing them to enjoy the same benefits. Companions can set up their accounts with their own email and phone number for secure access.
Member Suggestions
Recommend new places for us to explore and potentially add to our map. Your input helps us uncover the lesser-known gems that make travel truly special.