Torn between Mexico and the Caribbean? Here’s how to choose the right beach vacation based on your budget, travel style, and how much time you have.

If you have too many tabs open, keep changing your mind, or are waiting for the “perfect” option to appear, you may have crossed into vacation planning paralysis. These five signs will help you recognize when research has stopped being helpful—and what to do next.

Choosing where to go can be surprisingly hard when every destination looks good online. Instead of starting with a list of places, start with the kind of trip you actually want. Here’s how to narrow the options and choose a destination that fits your time, travel style, and priorities.