A Republican South Carolina state senator says that “medical marijuana is now legal” in the state following the Trump administration’s move to enact federal rescheduling—but a GOP congressman who is running to be the next governor says he has a “problem with marijuana,” calling it a “gateway drug.” State Sen. Tom Davis (R), who has sponsored …
Dispensary Trends for Adults Over 40: What Mature Consumers Want
Walk into a dispensary for the first time, or even the tenth, and the experience isn’t just about what’s on the shelf. For many adults older than 40, what matters most is whether the environment feels trustworthy and worth returning to in the future. That’s a shift from how dispensaries traditionally have marketed themselves. Bright …
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How to Buy Weed in St. Lucia: 2026 Cannabis Guide
Most travelers searching for cannabis information about St. Lucia find outdated guides or conflicting forum posts, some written before the 2021 law change, others that confuse St. Lucia with stricter Caribbean neighbors, where a personal amount still carries serious legal consequences. If you are planning a trip and want to understand where things actually stand, …
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How to Buy Weed in the Bahamas (2026): What’s Actually Legal
You cannot legally buy weed in the Bahamas in 2026. Recreational cannabis is illegal, and no licensed dispensaries exist anywhere in the country. Under the Cannabis Act 2024, possession of 30 grams or less is subject to a $250 fixed-penalty framework, with no conviction if the notice is paid on time. However, those provisions have not been uniformly operationalized, …
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Thailand vows strict tourist oversight after public sex incidents
Thailand vowed Wednesday (May 6) to tighten oversight of tourists’ behaviour after a series of incidents involving foreigners caught having sex in public, warning they damaged the country’s image. Tourism is vital to the Southeast Asian nation’s economy but foreign arrivals are yet to return to their pre-Covid highs. Visitors displaying “inappropriate behaviour”, including illicit …
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How Britain’s pubs are being turned into cannabis farms
Derelict pubs are being transformed into cannabis factories by organised criminals exploiting the crisis gripping the hospitality industry. Drug gangs are targeting boarded-up bars because they offer the ideal conditions to set up secret, industrial-sized marijuana farms, The Telegraph can reveal. Analysis of police reports from across the country show how raids on former public houses are …
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New York Cannabis, Five Years In: Markets, Medicine, and the Messy Middle
A lot has changed since New York’s Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act was signed into law on March 31, 2021. What began as a long-promised reset of cannabis policy has, in just a few years, become a sprawling, fast-moving ecosystem that touches public health, consumer culture, global trade, and the daily rhythms of communities across …
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2026 Legal Cannabis Dispensary Guide – Hudson Valley
Local dispensaries offer thoughtfully curated products alongside approachable expertise. Whether exploring for the first time or returning for a favorite, these shops aim to make the experience comfortable, informed, and welcoming. http://www.chronogram.com/cannabis/2026-legal-cannabis-dispensary-guide/
How to Buy Weed in India: Cannabis Laws, Bhang & What Tourists Should Know in Goa
Every missed opportunity to understand India’s cannabis laws could mean serious legal consequences, including imprisonment for foreign nationals. With Goa alone registering 163 NDPS cases in 2025 and 32 foreign nationals arrested for drug offenses, the solution isn’t risky experimentation; it’s leveraging accurate legal information and understanding cultural context to navigate India’s complex cannabis landscape safely and …
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How to Buy Weed in Malta: Cannabis Social Clubs & the Mediterranean’s Legal Experiment
Every missed opportunity to understand Malta’s pioneering cannabis model means navigating legal uncertainty, potential fines, or resorting to the unregulated market. As the first EU country to legalize adult-use cannabis in December 2021, Malta created a unique harm reduction framework centered on non-profit Cannabis Harm Reduction Associations (CHRAs) rather than commercial dispensaries. This guide covers …
How to Buy Weed in Nepal: Cannabis Culture, Kathmandu & What Travelers Should Know
Nepal was once Asia’s cannabis paradise, with government-licensed shops selling hashish openly in Kathmandu’s famous Freak Street during the 1960s hippie trail era. But in 2026, that reality has completely changed. Cannabis is illegal for recreational use in Nepal for tourists and locals alike, with severe criminal penalties that can include up to 10 years …
Best Weed Friendly Countries in 2026: A Global Guide to Cannabis Tourism
Planning a trip where cannabis is part of the experience? You’re not the only one. As cannabis laws shift around the world, more travelers are asking the same question: where can you actually enjoy weed legally and safely? Here’s the catch. Not every “weed-friendly” destination is truly open to visitors. Some countries allow cannabis, but only …
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Is Weed Legal in Thailand? Why Recreational Use Is No Longer Allowed
Thailand’s brief experiment as Southeast Asia’s cannabis tourism hub has come to an abrupt end. What was once a green paradise for cannabis enthusiasts has transformed into a strictly regulated medical-only landscape. Since June 26, 2025, Thailand restricts cannabis flower (buds) sales to medical use, meaning dispensaries may sell buds only to customers with a …
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Amsterdam to revisit banning tourists from coffeeshops
Back in 2012, the cannabis pass law was first introduced in southern provinces. With this regulation, the sale of cannabis to tourists was forbidden and only Dutch citizens or permanent residents over the age of 18 who have possession of a “weed pass” could make purchases at coffeeshops. The main goal of the regulation was to reduce drug tourism-related …
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How cannabis is quietly reshaping Mardi Gras culture, as millennials trade hurricanes for THC seltzers and balanced Carnival experiences.
For generations, Mardi Gras in New Orleans has been synonymous with exuberant parades, bead throws, brass bands, and free-flowing alcohol. From the krewes rolling down St. Charles Avenue to the packed revelry of Bourbon Street, the Carnival season has long been fueled by hurricanes, hand grenades, and go-cups carried through the French Quarter. But as cultural attitudes …
Cannabis smoke fills the air as Nepal marks Shivaratri festival
Hindu holy men and mostly young devotees openly puffed on cannabis smoke on Sunday, marking one of Nepal’s biggest annual festivals. Tens of thousands lined up to pray at the Pashupatinath, the temple of the Hindu god Shiva in the capital Kathmandu, during the Shivaratri festival. Marijuana is usually banned in the South Asian country, but exceptions are …
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Colorado Marijuana Revenue Is Declining As Other States Legalize, But It Still Outpaces Alcohol Taxes, Report Shows
Tax revenue from marijuana sales has gradually decreased in Colorado over the past five years as more states have enacted legalization and as intoxicating hemp products have grown in popularity, state officials say in a new report. Nonetheless, cannabis is still bringing in more tax dollars compared to alcohol or cigarettes. http://www.marijuanamoment.net/colorado-marijuana-revenue-is-declining-as-other-states-legalize-but-it-still-outpaces-alcohol-taxes-report-shows/
How to Buy Weed in Jamaica: Herb Houses, Decriminalization & the Ganja Scene
Every missed opportunity to navigate Jamaica’s cannabis scene properly means risking legal trouble, purchasing low-quality products, or missing out on authentic ganja experiences. With Jamaica’s 2015 decriminalization creating a unique medical framework for tourists and dozens of licensed dispensaries operating across major tourist destinations, the solution isn’t relying on street vendors or guesswork—it’s leveraging verified …
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How to Buy Weed in South Africa: Cannabis Retreats & the Private Use Loophole
Every missed opportunity to navigate South Africa’s cannabis landscape legally means risking fines, encountering unreliable sources, or missing the country’s emerging cannabis tourism experiences. South Africa’s private-use regime stems from the 2018 Constitutional Court “Prince” ruling, which decriminalized private possession, use, and cultivation for adults. The Private Purposes Act, assented to in May 2024, codifies and …
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How to Buy Weed in Berlin: What Tourists Need to Know After Legalization
Every tourist planning a trip to Berlin after Germany’s April 2024 cannabis legalization faces a frustrating reality: while you can legally possess cannabis, legal supply is limited to home cultivation and cultivation associations, which require residency—so tourists effectively have no legal purchase route. This “legal but inaccessible” paradox stems from Germany’s Cannabis Act, which restricts …
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How to Buy Weed in Barcelona: Navigating Spain’s Cannabis Club Crackdown
Every missed opportunity to navigate Barcelona’s cannabis club system correctly means risking legal consequences, encountering scams, or simply going without access to cannabis in one of Europe’s most progressive cities. With an estimated 200+ cannabis associations registered—though the number actively operating fluctuates due to inspections, sanctions, and closures—amid Mayor Collboni’s aggressive inspection and closure campaign …
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The best weed strains for sex
Let’s be honest, more sex could probably help solve many of the world’s problems. Which is funny, because the same is often said for weed. But exactly which of the 10,000-plus cultivars out there are the best weed strains for sex? http://www.leafly.com/news/strains-products/best-weed-strains-sex?utm_source=blast&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=trf-nl-all-021126
How to Buy Weed in Uruguay: The World’s First Legal Market for Tourists
Uruguay made history in 2013 as the first country to fully legalize recreational cannabis, creating a regulated market that prioritized public health over prohibition. However, there’s a critical disconnect that catches many visitors off guard: tourists cannot legally purchase cannabis in this groundbreaking system. Despite being the world’s first legal market, Uruguay’s framework restricts access …
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The Super Bowl Is Quietly Becoming Cannabis’ Biggest Retail Moment
The Super Bowl has long been one of the most important sales moments of the year for alcohol, food, and consumer packaged goods. Cannabis, however, has been left out of the conversation, often due to regulatory complexity, limited retail data, and conservative planning assumptions. However, new purchase data suggests a missed opportunity. http://cannabisindustryjournal.com/column/the-super-bowl-is-quietly-becoming-cannabis-biggest-retail-moment/
Cannabis in America in 2026: A Nation Divided by Green Lines
Alright folks, let’s cut through the bullshit and talk about where we really stand with cannabis legalization in 2026. And spoiler alert: it’s a mess of contradictions that would make Kafka weep. Here’s the reality—we’ve got states where you can walk into a dispensary, buy an ounce of premium flower, and legally grow a small garden in …
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The best weed products for Valentine’s Day 2026
Love is in the air, and so is the dankness of top-tier bud. The Leafly Picks team has been doing what we do best: testing, tasting, and swooning our way through the weed world to uncover the most delightful products for the season of love. From THC-infused indulgences to accessories dressed up in pinks and …
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How to Buy Weed in Buenos Aires: Argentina’s Decriminalized Cannabis Scene
Every cannabis enthusiast planning a trip to Buenos Aires needs to understand a critical reality: finding weed here isn’t like visiting Amsterdam or legal U.S. states. Argentina’s cannabis scene operates in a unique gray zone where personal use is decriminalized but recreational sales remain illegal. With over 300,000 REPROCANN patients nationwide and a growing medical cannabis industry, …
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PoliticsLegalizing Marijuana In Hawaii Could Drive $90 Million In Monthly Sales—With Mixed Tourism Impacts—Report Commissioned By State Finds
Hawaii officials have released a report on the potential economic impact of recreational marijuana legalization in the state, including revenue implications related to domestic and international tourism. The report from Cannabis Public Policy Consulting—which was commissioned by the Hawaii Department of Health’s (DOH) Office of Medical Cannabis Control and Regulation—looked at a wide range of …
San Diego Dispensaries Spotlight Unique Offerings
San Diego, California, has long been recognized for its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and a thriving craft beer scene. However, in recent years, it has also emerged as a significant player in the cannabis industry. With the legalization of recreational marijuana in California in 2016, San Diego’s dispensaries have not only expanded but have begun …
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Getting High in the High North: Greenland’s Quiet Cannabis Culture at the Edge of the Arctic
Imagine living in a place where winter darkness stretches for months, the nearest neighbor might be hours away by boat, and a single gram of cannabis costs roughly $59. Oh, and it’s completely illegal—but more than 40% of teenagers have tried it anyway. Welcome to Greenland, home to 56,000 people scattered across the world’s largest island, …
